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Dr. Lee Richstone, MD

Dr. Lee Richstone, MD

Urology*

Dr. Lee Richstone, MD is a urologist in New York, NY. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lenox Hill Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Northwell Health

130 E 77th St New York, NY 10075

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(212) 434-2919

Dr. Richstone is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Richstone specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Richstone's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Richstone

4.1

37 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
19%
19%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sep 01, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 03, 2023
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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
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Feb 23, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bren – Nov 09, 2022
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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
Helpful
Lenore – Sep 16, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Joe in NY – Jan 23, 2020
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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
Helpful
Jan 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Middletown , NJ – Jun 26, 2019
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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
Helpful
Jun 04, 2018
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dianne in West Islip, NY – Dec 30, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

Lee Richstone, MD, is the chairman of urology at Lenox Hill Hospital. He is also director of laparoscopic and robotic surgery at Lenox Hill vice chairman for education in the department of urology for Northwell Health and director of urology for...read more

biography

Lee Richstone, MD, is the chairman of urology at Lenox Hill Hospital. He is also director of laparoscopic and robotic surgery at Lenox Hill vice chairman for education in the department of urology for Northwell Health and director of urology for...read more

  • Urology

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  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Dr. Richstone is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Northwell Health

    Northwell Health130 E 77th St New York, NY 10075
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lenox Hill Hospital

      100 E 77th St
      New York, NY 10075
      Recipient of 42
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

      270 05 76 Ave
      New Hyde Park, NY 11040
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

      View all awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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