Dr. Margrit Wiesendanger, MD, PhD

Dr. Margrit Wiesendanger, MD, PhD

Rheumatologist
5 E 98th St, 11th Fl, New York, NY
5.00
“She is an exceptional doctor. Thorough, caring, friendly, didn't rush me, listened to all my concerns, and open minded. If only all the doctors in the world were like her, health care would be so much better for patients. ”
Initials hiddenAugust 27, 2020
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.69

Bedside manner

5.00
“She is an exceptional doctor. Thorough, caring, friendly, didn't rush me, listened to all my concerns, and open minded. If only all the doctors in the world were like her, health care would be so much better for patients. ”
Initials hiddenAugust 27, 2020Video visit
“What an amazingly warm and compassionate person. Dr. W spent a TON of time with me and was maybe the most thorough doctor I’ve seen in years. I’m so happy she’s now a part of my treatment. ”
Initials hiddenJanuary 25, 2018

About Dr. Margrit Wiesendanger

If you need to cancel your appointment within 24 hours of the scheduled time, please call the office. Margrit Wiesendanger is a concerned and mindful rheumatologist caring for the New York, NY community. Dr. Wiesendanger obtained her medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. She also completed her PhD in immunology as part of a dual degree program in the same institution. She then completed her residency in internal medicine and fellowship in rheumatology at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Wiesendanger is a part of Department of Rheumatology and is affiliated with the Mount Sinai Hospital in NY. She is board certified in rheumatology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She speaks English, French, and Spanish fluently, which makes her widely accessible to patients from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Dr. Wiesendanger received the Ewig Clinical Scholar Award, Daniel V. Kimberg Junior Faculty Teaching Award, and the Ambulatory Teacher of the Year from Columbia University Medical Center in 2013, 2012, and 2010 respectively. Dr. Wiesendanger treats a range of conditions, and she is eager to help the wider community receive the care they deserve. She conducts her appointments with the personalized care and attention that she would expect for her own family.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Joint problems
Arthritis
Lupus
Rheumatoid arthritis
Joint problems
Arthritis
Lupus
Rheumatoid arthritis

Office location

Mount Sinai Doctors Faculty Practice
5 E 98th St, 11th Fl, New York, NY 10029

Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • The Mount Sinai Hospital

Board certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Rheumatology (Internal Medicine)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, PhD in Immunology
  • Columbia University Medical Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
  • Columbia University Medical Center, Fellowship in Rheumatology

Awards and publications

  • Ewig Clinical Scholar Award, Columbia University Medical Center, 2013
  • Daniel V. Kimberg Junior Faculty Teaching Award, Columbia University Medical Center, 2012
  • Ambulatory Teacher of the Year, Columbia University Medical Center, 2010

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1922200245

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.69
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr Wiesndanger was kind, engaged, thoughtful, smart and thorough. I am looking forward to being in her care
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The dr. was amazing and devoted enough time to listen and address my concerns.
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She was wonderful. Very knowledgeable, approachable, warm and patient.
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The doctor is very personable, listens and explains well.
Very professional and knowledgeable. No wait at all
She is an exceptional doctor. Thorough, caring, friendly, didn't rush me, listened to all my concerns, and open minded. If only all the doctors in the world were like her, health care would be so much better for patients.
Video visit
What an amazingly warm and compassionate person. Dr. W spent a TON of time with me and was maybe the most thorough doctor I’ve seen in years. I’m so happy she’s now a part of my treatment.
it was so nice to finally see a doctor who listened to me and my concerns and addressed them without diminishing the ailments of my illness. she is wonderful and i would recommend her to everyone.
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Dr. Margrit Wiesendanger is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital.

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Dr. Margrit Wiesendanger's office is located at 5 E 98th St, New York, NY 10029.

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Dr. Margrit Wiesendanger is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology (Internal Medicine).

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46 patients have reviewed Dr. Margrit Wiesendanger. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.69/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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