About
Chad E. Szymanski, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician serving patients in North Tonawanda, New York. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1994, followed by a Master of Science in Natural Science from the same institution in 1997. He then completed his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania in 2000. His internship and Family Medicine residency both took place at Sisters of Charity Hospital in Buffalo, where he finished his training in 2003. He holds a Diplomate certification from the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians and maintains membership in both that organization and the American Osteopathic Association.
Dr. Szymanski describes his clinical approach as rooted in listening carefully and doing what is right for each patient. He focuses on the whole person rather than individual symptoms or conditions. Since 2003, he has served as a Clinical Instructor at UB Medical School and NYCOM, bringing an academic dimension to his practice. He also serves as Information Technology Director for Primary Care of Western New York, LLP. Outside of medicine, Dr. Szymanski values time with his wife and two children. He enjoys outdoor activities, woodworking, landscaping, and sports. He describes family and community as central to his life.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
State University of New York at Buffalo, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology 1994
Medical School
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine 2000
Residency
Family Medicine, Sisters of Charity Hospital, Buffalo, NY 2001-2003
Additional Training
Internship: Sisters of Charity Hospital, Buffalo, NY 2000-2001; Postgraduate: State University of New York at Buffalo, Master of Science, Natural Science 1997
Certifications
Who is Dr. Szymanski right for?
Dr. Szymanski works well with adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship built on trust. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, high cholesterol, or type 2 diabetes benefit from his proactive, whole-patient focus. He appeals to people who want direct access to their physician, including after hours and on weekends. Patients who value thorough annual wellness assessments and preventive screenings find his MDVIP practice a strong match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Szymanski treats the full range of conditions seen in family medicine, including hypertension, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, and other chronic diseases. He focuses on the whole patient rather than isolated symptoms. His preventive approach means he works to identify and address health risks before they become serious problems.
Yes. Dr. Szymanski holds a Diplomate certification from the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. He is a member of both that organization and the American Osteopathic Association.
Dr. Szymanski earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania. He completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at Sisters of Charity Hospital in Buffalo, New York, finishing in 2003.
Dr. Szymanski centers his practice on listening and doing what is right for each individual patient. He focuses on the whole person, not just a specific disease or symptom. He blends current medical technology with a compassionate, relationship-driven style he describes as old-school care.
Yes. Dr. Szymanski is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members also contact him directly by text or call for questions and concerns, and he responds promptly.
Yes. Dr. Szymanski has served as a Clinical Instructor at UB Medical School and NYCOM since 2003. He also holds the role of Information Technology Director at Primary Care of Western New York, LLP, a position he has held since 2013.
Dr. Szymanski admits patients to Kenmore Mercy Hospital. His practice also holds an affiliation with the Catholic Health System in Western New York.
Dr. Szymanski completed his residency training in 2003 and has practiced family medicine in Western New York since then. Many of his patients have followed him for more than a decade across different practice settings.
Doctor profile last updated April 9, 2026