Dr. Richard Shapiro, MD

I had the privilege of being under the care of Dr. Richard Shapiro and the staff at Langone for many years. Dr. Shapiro is not only a distinguished surgeon with unparalleled expertise, but also a caring and empathetic doctor who has treated me and guided my family and I through a very difficult time for me. From the moment I walked into this office for my initial consultation to my follow-up appointments post-surgery, Dr. Shapiro displayed the highest level of professionalism, expertise, and compassion that one could hope for in a surgeon. My family and I are very grateful to Dr. Shapiro.

Fantastic surgeon! I counted myself lucky when I was referred to Dr. Shapiro in 2014 for surgery for a melanoma. As soon as I stepped in his office I knew I was in great hands. The surgery went great. Fast forward 8 years later to November 2022 when I went to see Dr. Shapiro for a recommended breast surgeon consultation for fibroadenoma removal. Again, my experience was fantastic. Dr. Shapiro took the time to answer all my questions about the procedure during the initial consultation. The day of the surgery he made me feel comfortable and at easy and the surgery went as perfect as surgery could. Even the scar looks better than I ever imagined. Dr Shapiro and his entire team (Susan who scheduled my surgery, the nurses etc.) are kind, caring and extremely skilled professionals who made me feel super safe in their care. Simply a world class surgeon with an amazing demeanor as well. Thank you!

I feel incredibly lucky to have been referred to Dr. Shapiro for malignant melanoma. He made me feel very comfortable, he explained everything, and he wasn't rushed. The entire surgical procedure, which involved lymph nodes and removal of the melanoma itself, was very smooth and made as simple as possible. The outcome was excellent and the scar is minimal. Dr. Shapiro and the entire staff were simply great.

Dr. Shapiro is a top surgeon with exceptional skill and a wonderful/caring personality. I was lucky enough to find Dr. Shapiro from a friend who highly recommended him. In Oct 2020, Dr. Shapiro performed a double mastectomy due to the brca-2 gene mutation. I could not ask for a better surgeon. Dr. Shapiro answered all of my questions and made me incredibly comfortable. The surgery went great! I can honestly that Dr. Shapiro saved my life and I am forever gratefuI. I cannot recommend him more highly. Thank you Dr. Shapiro!

Large tumor in my leg. I went around to all the top doctors and hospitals in NYC. Had 4 MRI’s. After careful evaluation of my choices, I picked Dr. Shapiro. My instincts are fine tuned. His background is extremely strong. He trained other good surgeons. But the teacher is still the master in his case. He did my surgery fast. And he did it in a better technique and way the others could not do or achieve. He has a sharp wit and humor. Don’t be thrown off by hes strong presence, it is needed to do what he does so well. . He is all business and lives and breathes surgery. Knows all the in and outs. Something that is needed to make fast correct decisions during a surgery. And my incision was only a fraction of what others what have done. I am very happy he got all of my tumor intact and he stitches better than my plastic surgeon. He also has a great surgery room staff. He controls it beginning to end. After my 2 years of stress...Dr. Shapiro took that away. I am forever grateful to him.

Excellent. Treated me in 2000

HIGHLY SKILLED,AND COMPASSIONATE,DR.SHAPIRO EXPLAINED CLEARLY AND DIRECTLY MY MEDICAL PROBLEM.HE KEPT MY SPIRITS UP AND GAVE ME HOPE FOR A SUCCESSFUL OUTCOME.HE AND HIS EXCELLENT STAFF ARE THE BEST! IF I COULD GIVE MORE THAN 5 STARS I WOULD GLADLY DO SO!

As a newly diagnosed BRCA1 patient two years ago, Dr. Richard Shapiro was highly recommended by several highly respected doctors and oncologist. While I always go for second opinions, once I met with Dr. Shapiro it was clear he is the best of the best. Thank you, Lynne G

He is the best ! Been a patient since 2001. He has a gift!!!! I had something show up on a pet scan and called his office after not seeing him since 2013 the gave me an appointment for the next day which is unbelievable in its self. He just has a way of making you biggest fears go away ! Love him !!!!

This was the most efficient and kind medical experience I've ever had. Procedure was surgical removal of a large lipoma, and I cannot say enough positive things. Highlights: two office visits were on time, online account was set up in the NYU system allowing complete communication, Dr. Shipiro responded to online questions two times within a day, surgery appointment happened within a week of final office visit, surgery day on time and KIND, minimal scar, painless, EXCELLENT & warm nursing staff.

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Shapiro. First, he was on time for my first appointment and my follow up appointment (after surgery) he was EARLY! Second, his "bed side manor" is amazing. He puts you immediately at ease from the moment you walk in. Even on day of surgery he kept me smiling. He is very thorough and speaks to you so you can fully understand your diagnosis and everything that will be happening during surgery. Procedure went great, healing nicely! TRULY THE BEST!!

I had melanoma on my face and my dermatologist recommended Dr. Shapiro as one of the two best plastic surgeons in NYC. Fortunately Dr. Shapiro accepted my insurance. He has really gold hands. My PCP, friends and relative who see me after the surgery all agree that he did an unimaginable job. In addition the office and personal is very nice and efficient and Post Op nurse Ellen Byrwe was above and beyond my expectation. I strongly recommend Dr. Shapiro and his staff for plastic surgery.

I highly recommend Dr. Shapiro to anyone who is going through breast cancer. He has great bed side manner and empathy. He gives thorough explanation of what test and:or exams he's doing and why. Then he tells you all of your options so that you can make an informed decision. He and Dr Nolan Karp (plastic surgeon) are the best tag team ever for my surgery.