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
Residency
Internal Medicine, The McGraw Medical Center of Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
Fellowship
Oncology, Division of Cancer Treatment, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD
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

  • "Always an excellent experience. I owe a great deal to Dr.Salwitz and have great confidence that I am receiving the best care possible."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-27)
  • "Can’t say enough good things about Dr. Salawitz and staff who are all professional, personable, friendly and caring."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-26)
  • "Dr Salwitz and Dr Nissenblatt, in addition to being Excellent physicians, are amazing caring people. The professional care and understanding of Dr Salwitz as he listened to me completely explain my situation was extremely refreshing. Dr Nissenblatt is a wonderful, kind human being who helped me care for me when I wasn't feeling so well...even though I was not his patient. Nursing staff and Reception team were very friendly and knowledgeable. I made a great choice selecting Astera."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-25)
  • "Truly amazing staff & doctor! I wasnt feeling so great and they made me feel better throughout the appointment! Id recommend them to anyone!"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-24)
  • "Dr Salwitz is extremely knowledgeable, while being personable and kind. The office is efficient and timely. The care received is exemplary!!"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-23)
  • "The office is very clean, Dr. Salwitz is friendly and informative"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-22)
  • "I have known Dr Salwitz since 1991. He has treated my husband. my father and mother. And now me. His care has always been excellent. He is a kind, caring and very knowledgeable oncologist"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-19)
  • "I have been seeing Dr. Salwitz for over 20 years and have always found him to caring and understanding of my condition."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-18)
  • "I have good experiences at Astera Cancer Care. The staff is very kind and efficient. Dr. Salwitz is a very caring and thorough doctor."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-11)
  • "Very professional and convenient!!!"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-05)