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Dr. Lester Blair, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
Dr. Lester Blair, MD
4.8 (56 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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

Pulmonary Disease*
New York, NY
Accepting new patients
50 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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

Dr. Blair graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Lester Blair, MD is a Pulmonologist in New York, NY and has 50 years experience. Dr. Blair currently practices 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 56 times. Dr. Blair's 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

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Locations

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

Chronic Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Chronic Bronchitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Asthma
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Bronchiectasis
Chronic Pulmonary Embolism
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Emphysema
Pneumonia
Pneumonitis
Sarcoidosis
Shortness of Breath
Acute Bronchiolitis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Aspergillosis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Eosinophilia
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
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 56 Reviews
5 Stars (53)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Dec 23, 2024
He helped to find a medication that would better serve my individual needs
Gwendolyn Oliver — Dec 23, 2024
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Insurance Accepted

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  • POMCO Group
  • Aetna
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • VNS Choice
  • Medicare
  • MagnaCare
  • Blue Access (Select Network)-NY
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Lester Blair, MD is a pulmonologist in New York, NY and has over 49 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1974. He specializes in Pulmonary Disease.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Chinese
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Pulmonary Disease
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    1974
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

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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Frequently Asked Questions

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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.

Dr. Blair has over 50 years of healthcare experience.

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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