
John Paul Bilezikian MD
Osteoporosis & Bone Metabolism Medicine, Parathyroid
Silberberg Professor of Medicine, Columbia Vagelos College of P&S
180 Fort Washington AveNew York, NY 10032
Overview of Dr. Bilezikian
Dr. John Bilezikian is an endocrinologist based in New York, NY, specializing in osteoporosis and bone metabolism with a subspecialty focus on parathyroid disorders. He completed his medical education at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, followed by residencies in internal medicine at New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) and subspecialty training at the NIH. Dr. Bilezikian is experienced in the therapeutics of osteoporosis, parathyroid and other metabolic bone diseases. He is also an acknowledged thought leader in metabolic disorders associated with vitamin D metabolism. His CV lists over 950 full length peer-reviewed publications on the topics listed above. His involvement in clinical trials includes studies on primary hyperparathyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, vitamin D and osteoporosis. The many honors Dr. Bilezikian has received include two honorary PhD degrees, the Neuman, Rodan, and Bartter Awards of the ASBMR and the Distinguished Educator and Physician Awards from the Endocrine Society. .
Education & Training
Albany Med Health SystemResidency, Gastroenterology, 2021 - 2027
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus)Residency, Internal Medicine, 1973 - 1975
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus)Residency, Internal Medicine, 1969 - 1971
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and SurgeonsClass of 1969
Certifications & Licensure
FL State Medical License 2021 - Present
NY State Medical License 1970 - 2028
NJ State Medical License 2023 - 2027
CT State Medical License 2023 - 2024
American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Allscripts Enterprise EHR, Allscripts, 2013-2017
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification Allscripts TouchWorks EHR (Complete), Allscripts, 2013-2017
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Allscripts TouchWorks EHR, Allscripts, 2013-2017
Clinical Trials
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- The association between reduced bone mineral density and hearing impairment in postmenopausal women.Siranush A Mkrtchyan, Razmik A Dunamalyan, Varta N Babalyan, Ganna H Sakanyan, Marine A Mardiyan
American Journal of Otolaryngology. 2026-09-19 - Clinical profile, treatment practices, and complications in chronic hypoparathyroidism in a Middle Eastern cohort.Fauzia Rashid, Budoor Alemadi, Elamin Abdelgadir, Asnin Shah, Fatheya Alawadi
Journal of the Endocrine Society. 2026-06-01 - Bacterial specificity of the gut microbiome predicts bone density in primary hyperparathyroidism.Hamid Y Dar, Jiali Fang, Sanchiti Patil, Nand K Roy, Sanchita Agarwal
Bone Research. 2026-05-25
Journal Articles
- Controversies in Vitamin D: Summary Statement from an International ConferenceNeil Binkley, John P Bilezikian, The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism
- Skeletal and Extra-Skeletal Actions of Vitamin D: Current Evidence and Outstanding QuestionsJohn Bilezikian, Daniel Bikle, Endocrine Reviews
- To the Editor*John Bilezikian, MD, Journal of Bone and Mineral Research
Press Mentions
International Conference Brings Medical Training to Armenian Physicians, Pays Tribute to Late Raffy HovanessianOctober 7th, 2021
Virtual Medical Conference Will Connect Armenia’s Health Professionals to the World’s Leading Experts in Digestive DiseaseSeptember 2nd, 2021- ARF Eastern Region COVID Vaccine Panel Provides Insight on Protocols, EfficacyMarch 17th, 2021
Grant Support
- Role of the gut microbiome in the bone loss induced by hyperparathyroidism in mice and humansEMORY UNIVERSITY2021–2026
- Eighteenth Forum on Osteoporosis and Metabolic Bone Diseases for Fellows in TrainingCOLUMBIA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES2023–2025
- Fifth Forum On Osteoporosis And Metabolic Bone Diseases For Fellows In TrainingNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2011
- Bone Properties In Hypoparathyroidism: Effects Of PTHNational Institute Of Diabetes And Digestive And Kidney Diseases2005–2011
- Treatment Of Hypoparathyroidism With Parathyroid HormoneFood And Drug Administration2005–2011
Professional Memberships
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Insurance Accepted
- Aetna Choice POS II
Aetna HMO
BCBS Blue Card PPO
BCBS Georgia Blue Choice HMO
BCBS Georgia Blue Open Access POS
BCBS Georgia BlueChoice Option POS
CIGNA HMO
CIGNA Open Access
CIGNA PPO
Empire BCBS HMO
Empire BCBS PPOFirst Health PPO
Great West PPO
Healthfirst New York
Humana ChoiceCare Network PPO
Multiplan PHCS PPO
Multiplan PPO
MVP Healthcare PPO
Oxford Health Freedom
Oxford Health Liberty
United Healthcare - Direct Choice Plus POS
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