Nishay Chitkara, MD

As the director of sleep medicine at Bellevue Hospital Center and the program director for NYU Langone’s Sleep Medicine Fellowship, I provide comprehensive and compassionate care to my patients. I am dedicated to helping patients achieve better sleep health, which significantly impacts their overall wellbeing.

I specialize in evaluating and managing sleep disorders, with extensive experience in critical care medicine, general pulmonary disease, and sleep medicine. With more than a decade of experience, I have honed my skills in treating complex sleep-related conditions and continue to stay at the forefront of medical advancements in this field. My role also includes providing care for first responders as part of the NYU Grossman School of Medicine World Trade Center Health Program Clinical Center of Excellence, reflecting my dedication to serving those who protect our community.

Throughout my career, I have been actively involved in various aspects of pulmonary and critical care medicine. I serve as an attending physician in the Bellevue Hospital Center's intensive care unit and as part of Bellevue Hospital Center’s chest and pulmonary consult services. Additionally, I oversee the hospital’s stepdown unit, ensuring coordinated care for patients transitioning from intensive care. My work in these areas underscores my commitment to patient-provider care and my ability to manage a wide range of pulmonary and critical care conditions.

My journey into medicine was inspired by a profound interest in improving patient outcomes through innovative treatments and comprehensive care. I pursued my medical education with a focus on pulmonary and sleep medicine driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact on my patients' lives. As part of NYU Langone, I collaborate with a team of experts, ensuring that my patients receive the most advanced and coordinated care available.