Dr. Don Zwickler, MD

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Get to know Endocrinologist Dr. Don Zwickler, who serves patients in Pomona, New York.

Dr. Zwickler is a seasoned endocrinologist who is highly trained to treat patients for a variety of hormonal diseases and disorders such as diabetes. He has been in practice with Endocrine Associates of Rockland in Pomona, New York since 1994.

Endocrine Associates of Rockland have found that their private practice affords them the proper time and space needed to provide their full attention to their patients. Locally, Dr. Zwickler is affiliated with Nyack Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital, where he serves as Chief of Endocrinology.

Growing up in Monsey, New York, he completed his medical training at the New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 1984. Upon graduation, he performed his residency in internal medicine at the Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center, followed by his fellowship in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism at the New York University Grossman School of Medicine.

With nearly four decades of experience, Dr. Zwickler is board-certified in internal medicine & endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Endocrinology is a branch of biology and medicine dealing with the endocrine system, its diseases, and its specific secretions known as hormones. Endocrinologists have the training to diagnose and treat hormone imbalances and problems by helping to restore the normal balance of hormones in the body. The common diseases and disorders of the endocrine system that endocrinologists deal with include diabetes mellitus, as well as adrenal, pituitary, and thyroid disorders, among others. 

Showing dedication and excellence in his field, Dr. Zwickler has been the recipient of a number of awards and honors. These include: Patients’ Choice Award (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018), Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018), Patients’ Choice 5th Anniversary Award (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018), Compassionate Doctor Award – 5 Year Honoree (2014, 2015, 2016, 2018), and On-Time Doctor Award (2015, 2016, 2018).

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