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Dr. Joseph Birnbaum, MD

Dr. Joseph Birnbaum, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Birnbaum, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Toms River, NJ and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Birnbaum has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders, Osteoporosis & Screening, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. He graduated from Hahnemann Universtiy - Philadelphia in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ocean University Medical Center and Southern Ocean Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Joseph B Birnbaum MD

10 Kettle Creek Rd Toms River, NJ 08753

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Birnbaum

3.9

33 ratings, 16 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mrs. DeVito – Mar 27, 2025
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Jan 17, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 18, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Smith – Aug 30, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 21, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Goldstein – Jan 13, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 27, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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William Stuccio – Jan 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Maureen – Dec 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anna Amato – May 25, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 02, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Lynn Gallagher – May 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Ann Canter in Toms River – Jan 20, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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May 30, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
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Silvia in Lakewood, NJ – Jan 25, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
17 people found this helpful
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Marlene R. in Brick, NJ – Aug 08, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Joseph Birnbaum, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Toms River, NJ and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Birnbaum has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders, Osteoporosis & Screening, and Diabetes &...read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Stanford Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Geo Wash Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1981
  • Hahnemann Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1975
  • Hahnemann Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1974
  • Hahnemann Universtiy - Philadelphia

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Joseph B Birnbaum MD

Joseph G Birnbaum MD10 Kettle Creek Rd Toms River, NJ 08753
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ocean University Medical Center

    425 Jack Martin Blvd
    Brick, NJ 08724
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Southern Ocean Medical Center

    1140 Route 72 W
    Manahawkin, NJ 08050

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus

    600 River Ave
    Lakewood, NJ 08701

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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