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Dr. Lester Blair, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
Dr. Lester Blair, MD
4.8 (48 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Lester Blair, MD is a Pulmonologist in New York, NY.
Dr. Lester Blair, MD
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Dr. Lester Blair, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
New York, NY
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Lester Blair, MD is a Pulmonologist in New York, NY.

About

Dr. Lester Blair, MD is a Pulmonologist in New York, NY. They currently practice at Pulmonary - Upper East Side and are affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital and Weill Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Blair has experience treating conditions like Chronic Bronchiolitis, Bronchitis and Chronic Bronchitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Blair received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 48 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Blair also speaks Chinese. Dr. Blair is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Locations

  1. 1 Pulmonary - Upper East Side
    425 E 61st St Ste 402, New York, NY 10065
  2. 2 Pulmonary - Lower Manhattan
    156 William St Fl 6, New York, NY 10038

Experience and Background Check

Chronic Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Chronic Bronchitis
Asthma
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Bronchiectasis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Emphysema
Interstitial Lung Disease
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Partial Lung Collapse
Pleural Effusion
Pneumonitis
Sarcoidosis
Shortness of Breath
Abdominal Pain
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Administrative Physical
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Back Pain
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Breast Cancer
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Pain
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Crohn's Disease
Cystic Fibrosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diarrhea
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Dry Skin
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Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gout
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Heart Disease
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Iodine Deficiency
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Migraine
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Muscle Weakness
Nausea
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Pinched Nerve in Back
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Eosinophilia
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Pulmonary Hypertension
Purpura
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Rash
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Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Throat Pain
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Goiter
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Whooping Cough
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Breathing Treatment
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Medication Management
Pulmonary Function Test
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Respiratory Management
Sleep Study
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Smoking Cessation Treatment
Thoracentesis

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blair
4.8
Based on 48 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Jan 25, 2024
I've seen him several times and like him a lot. He reviews your recent tests in detail and in relation to your experience and comments. His knowledge is phenomenal. I strongly recommend him.
— Jan 25, 2024
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Insurance Accepted

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  • Personal Choice PPO
  • Blue Access (Select Network)-NY
    Blue Priority (Select Network)-NY
    Empire (Select Network)-NY POS
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    National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • Emblem Health
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  • Community Plan
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    United Healthcare EPO
    United Healthcare POS

About Me

Care Philosophy
  • For the past three decades I have been in fight against lung disease. My colleagues and I in the Lower Manhattan Hospital have been witness to the devastasting effects that lung diseases have caused in this community. Cigarette smoking, allergies, air pollution, resistant chest infections and the toxic residue of the World Trade Center collapse are just some of the factors that have motivated me to carry on the battle against lung disease. I feel privileged to have been a part of the lives of the many patients who have sought my counsel and care. I am especially delighted that the New York Presbyterian Hospital has made the commitment to bring their considerable resources and talents to lower Manhattan. It is truly exciting to be part of a formidable team of health care professionals.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Lester Blair, MD is a pulmonologist in New York, NY. He specializes in Pulmonary Disease.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Chinese
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Pulmonary Disease
Specialties*
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
    1980
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Bellevue Hospital Center NY University
    1979
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Lester Blair, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Blair's profile.

Dr. Blair frequently treats the following conditions: Chronic Bronchiolitis, Bronchitis and Chronic Bronchitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lester Blair, MD is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital and Weill Cornell Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Lester Blair, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease.

Hospital Affiliations

  • NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital

    170 William St, New York, NY

  • Weill Cornell Medical Center

    525 E 68th St, New York, NY

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