Anthony J. Joseph

Anthony J. Joseph, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Director of Inpatient Dialysis Services in the Department of Nephrology. He has served as an Attending Physician at Downstate Medical Center since 1987 and Kings County Hospital since 1989, with leadership in dialysis care since 2004.

Education and Training:

• Medical School: College of Medicine, State University of Haiti (1969–1975)
• Research Fellowship in Hypertension, Broussais Hospital, Paris, France (1980–1981)
• Nephrology Fellowship, Downstate Medical Center (1985–1987)

Research Focus: Dr. Joseph specializes in clinical nephrology with emphasis on dialysis optimization, diabetic nephropathy management, and ethical dimensions of end-stage renal disease. His work integrates geriatric nephrology, dietary interventions for kidney health, and long-term dialysis outcomes.

Publications: Recent articles (2009–2013) highlight peritoneal dialysis efficacy, probiotic therapies for chronic kidney disease, and ethical considerations in renal failure treatment. Key themes include elderly care in diabetic nephropathy and innovative dialysis approaches.