James C. Salwitz, MD

James C. Salwitz, MD

Medical Oncology, Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Languages: English

Education
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Rutgers Medical School, Piscataway, NJ
Fellowship
Oncology, Division of Cancer Treatment, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD
Residency
Internal Medicine, The McGraw Medical Center of Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
Honors
Jersey’s Best, Top Doctor; Jersey Choice, Top Doctor; New Jersey Monthly, Top Doctor; Inside Jersey Magazine, Top Doctor; Castle Connolly Top Doctors: New York Metro Area; American Cancer Society Award, Partners in Caring; Volunteer Faculty 25th Anniversary Award, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School; New Jersey Center for Home Health Development, Physician of the Year; Robert Wood Johnson Hospital Certification of Excellence in Teaching; Karen Ann Quinlan Award for Palliative Care
Member
RWJ Barnabas Health System – Quality Committee, Strategic Committee; Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital – Bioethics Committee, Finance Committee, Pastoral Care Committee, Strategic Planning Committee; Health Advisory Council, City of East Brunswick, NJ
Leadership
President, Medical Staff-Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ; Board Member – RWJUH Hospital, RWJBarnabas Health System, New Jersey Medical Society, Middlesex County Medical Society, The Amy Feinman Behar Foundation for Cancer Prevention; Strive & Thrive Yoga Foundation

“I chose to pursue the field of oncology because it gave me the opportunity to help and change the lives of people with cancer. I am compelled to cancer care, as my patients inspire me to change my community, one person at a time. I strive to take the role of a caring teacher and resource for you and your family, and I hope to provide balance, courage, and safety throughout your entire cancer journey. I ensure that every appointment is guided with a calm and supportive environment, and hope to offer realistic hope for the future.”



Patient Reviews

  • "Dr. Salwitz’s personal interest in patients, along with his soft voice and his ability to explain things in layman’s terms, creates a caring and comfort feeling that is hard to find anywhere else. The staff is friendly and professional at all times… and they give that little bit of extra help when needed."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-02-08)
  • "Excellent care from a top notch staff."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-02-03)
  • "Always attentive"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-01-25)
  • "I would like to share how grateful I am to the entire ASTERA team they have been totally amazing in my recovery from a serious health issue that I had . Dr . James Salwitz and his staff were so hands on from the beginning of my health issue to I am happy to say the healing of my health issue . They are really a great team of medical professionals ! Thank you for all you have done for me in my health recovery ! You are the best !"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-01-24)
  • "Everything you would want in both your doctor and people in his office. All have exceptional people skills . Maybe I'll use them for all my health needs...... Highly recommended."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-01-24)
  • "Office is efficient, timely, great staff and Dr Salwith is terrific, knowledgeable and a true "gentle man". Michael R"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-01-15)
  • "Dr. Salwitz is etremely knowledgeable and extremely kind."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-01-12)
  • "Everyone at Astera are all very professional"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-01-12)
  • "I wish I could clone Dr. Salwitz. He is an absolute delight. He is thorough and you leave his office feeling that you have made the right choice for your illness."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-01-04)
  • "Love the experience all the time Very professional staff Dr Swawitz is very sweet and attentive to the patients needs , answers all the patients questions and concerns ."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-01-01)