Birju Bhatt, MD

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Birju Bhatt, MD

Rheumatology

Dr. Birju Bhatt is a board-certified rheumatologist with a special interest in musculoskeletal autoimmune conditions. He believes in a holistic, individualized approach to patient care, ensuring that each patient’s needs, preferences, and values guide their treatment journey. Understanding the vital role of the patient-doctor relationship in rheumatology, Dr. Bhatt takes the time to listen and address concerns to develop personalized treatment plans that enhance well-being and quality of life. His passion for medicine stems from a fascination with the human body and a desire to combine problem-solving, empathy, and science to improve patients’ lives.

Dr. Bhatt earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University before completing his residency and internship at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, followed by a fellowship at Albany Medical Center. He is fluent in English and Gujarati and is a proud member of the American College of Rheumatology. He was chosen as a Top Doc by NJ Top Docs in 2025.


Languages: English, Gujarati

Education & Training

MemberAmerican College of Rheumatology
Medical SchoolSUNY Upstate Medical University
ResidencyRutgers New Jersey Medical School
FellowshipsAlbany Medical Center
Board CertificationsInternal Medicine and Rheumatology

Patient Reviews

  • "Staff is very helpful and Dr. Bhatt is very informative and kind!"
      5.0 Stars - (2026-01-23)
  • "Dr. Bhatt is Wonderful. He takes the time to answer all of my questions and really cares for his patients! I never feel rushed. His staff is so friendly and helpful! I would recommend him to anyone that needs a great rheumatologist."
      5.0 Stars - (2026-01-17)
  • "Dr.Bhatt is wonderful and so is the staff. He explains everything he takes his time and he explains it in ways that I understand everything. He’s a very good doctor. I would recommend him to anyone."
      5.0 Stars - (2026-01-15)
  • "Hmm I would say am one of the luckiest patients ti have met Dr Bhatt. He is good at his job.i mean it been a good experience with him. Thanks Doctor."
      5.0 Stars - (2026-01-15)
  • "Very personable and thorough."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-12-05)
  • "Dr Bhatt is just a delightful, compassionate very knowledgeable doc. He takes his time and discusses any concerns and makes you feel oh so comfortable."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-11-21)
  • "Dr BHATT is compassionate , knowledgeable and I do not feel rushed when I am in his office. Entire staff is excellent especially Barbara who is in the lab. She manages to take my blood samples in one quick shot. I would recommend this practice to anyone"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-11-21)
  • "Dr Bhatti was very knowledgeable, kind, and understanding. He took his time to talk to me and explain things, And didn’t dust me off. I know he. is doing his best to help me- and I can tell he cares about me. He did more for me in one day, than my old doctor did in seven years."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-11-16)
  • "A little longer wait to get my first appointment was well worth it. Was very pleased with my visit. Friendly staff and Dr Bhatt was great. He took his time answering all the questions I had."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-10-31)
  • "Excellent dr Bhatt! Very patient took time to explain everything to me and answered all my questions. Very professional and extremely nice felt comfortable after leaving with better understanding of my issues."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-10-02)