Dr. Kusum Jethwa, MD

Elizabeth, NJ

52 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Jethwa, Pediatrician in Elizabeth, NJ?

Dr. Kusum Jethwa, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Elizabeth, NJ. She has been practicing for over 52 years and is board certified. Dr. Jethwa graduated from Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Medical College and completed her residency at Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Jethwa is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jethwa’s office at (908) 354-1400.

Where did Dr. Jethwa go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Newark Beth Israel Med Center | Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program
Medical School: M P Shah Med Coll, Saurashtra University, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India | N H L Municipal Medical College, Gujarat University | Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Medical College

Is Dr. Jethwa board certified as a Pediatrician?

Yes, Dr. Kusum Jethwa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

What languages does Dr. Jethwa speak?

Dr. Jethwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Gujarati
Hindi
Spanish

What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Jethwa typically treat?

As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by Dr. Kusum Jethwa may include:

Please contact Dr. Jethwa's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Jethwa typically perform?

As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kusum Jethwa may include:

Please contact Dr. Jethwa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Jethwa accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Jethwa's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Jethwa's office located?

Dr. Kusum Jethwa's Primary Practice

117 Westfield Ave

Elizabeth, NJ 07208

(908) 354-1400

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What is Dr. Jethwa's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Jethwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578679544.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jethwa?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jethwa

What is Dr. Kusum Jethwa's specialty?

Dr. Jethwa is a Pediatrician near Elizabeth, NJ.

What does a Pediatrician do?

A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

Is Dr. Kusum Jethwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Jethwa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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