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Dr. Paula Lester, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 49
Dr. Paula Lester, MD
4.2 (10 Ratings)
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Dr. Paula Lester, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Northport, NY.
Dr. Paula Lester, MD
4.2 (10 Ratings)
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Dr. Paula Lester, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 49
Northport, NY
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience
Dr. Paula Lester, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Northport, NY.

About

Dr. Lester graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine. Dr. Paula Lester, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Northport, NY and has 23 years experience. Dr. Lester currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals. At present, Dr. Lester received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 10 times. Dr. Lester's office accepts new patients. Dr. Lester also speaks Spanish. Dr. Lester is board certified in Geriatric Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Northport Veterans Affairs Medical Center
    79 Middleville Rd, Northport, NY 11768
  2. 2 Winthrop Pulmonary Associates
    222 Station Plz N Ste 400, Mineola, NY 11501
  3. 3 Sunharbor Manor
    255 Warner Ave, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
  4. 4 Winthrop University Hospital
    259 1st St, Mineola, NY 11501

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Mar 05, 2021
Absolutely "AWESOME". Dr. Lester has cared for both of my parents for 10+ years. Both of my parents do/did suffer from Alzheimer/Dementia. This is a terrible illness. My mom passed in 2012. My dad is still living. Dr. Lester is very conscientious, compassionate and professional. My mom was not always in the best mood. However, neither of my parents ever complained of having to meet with Dr. Lester. Dr. Lester continues to treat my dad. She is definitely the MOST thorough doctor our family has experienced. Her staff is also very polite, helpful and accommodating, as we often contact the office for advice. No doubt..... Dr. Lester is the "BEST" of the "BEST." !!!!!!!!!!!
Corey Alleyne — Mar 05, 2021
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Geriatric Medicine
Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine
    2001
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Geriatric Medicine, Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine and Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Paula Lester, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lester's profile.

Dr. Paula Lester, MD is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals.

Yes, Dr. Paula Lester, MD holds board certification in Geriatric Medicine, Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave, New York, NY