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Dr. Lawrence Sher, MD

Dr. Lawrence Sher, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Sher, MD is a cardiologist in Brooklyn, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from International Medical and Technological University School of Medicine (Vignan) in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as NYU Langone Hospitals and Mount Sinai Brooklyn.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

2414 Kings Hwy Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 421-2376

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sher is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals New York, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sher specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Sher's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sher

3.7

6 ratings, 1 with written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
33%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Tricia Gibson in Brooklyn, NY – May 25, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lawrence Sher, MD is a cardiologist in Brooklyn, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from International Medical and Technological University School of Medicine (Vignan) in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as NYU Langone Hospitals and Mount Sinai Brooklyn.

  • Cardiology

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  • International Medical And Technological University School Of Medicine (vignan)

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Internal Medicine†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Empire State Cardiology & Medicine PC2414 Kings Hwy Brooklyn, NY 11229
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave
    New York, NY 10016
    Recipient of 62
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mount Sinai Brooklyn

    3201 Kings Hwy
    Brooklyn, NY 11234
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

  • Maimonides Medical Center

    4802 10th Ave
    Brooklyn, NY 11219
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    75%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% lower than the national average

    67%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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