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Dr. Byron Thomashow, MD

Dr. Byron Thomashow, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Byron Thomashow, MD is a pulmonologist in New York, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Thomashow has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung Disease. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1991. He is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

161 Fort Washington Ave New York, NY 10032
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(212) 305-5261

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Thomashow is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital New York, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for pulmonology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Thomashow specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Thomashow's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thomashow

4.8
16 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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GREATEST DOCTOR ON EARTH
4 doctors told me I had stage 4 lymphoma. In 10 minutes, he determined that I did not. He saved me from unnecessary chemo and took all my stress away
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
RICHARD HARRIS – Apr 22, 2024
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I would have given zero stars if I could.
Dr. Thomashow has absolutely no bedside manner. Arrogant and non-caring. I have never met a doctor like him. He may be highly qualified in his field, but there should be more to a doctor than just that. Totally uncaring and unkind with his words. Charges an extra $25.00 to use a pulse oximeter (and this is a pulmonologist)! I could never recommend him, unless it was for a second opinion and you would not be continuing with him anyway.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Dec 08, 2023
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Dr. Thomashow is the best doctor I have ever had. He is patient, concerned and so helpful. He really cares and it is obvious from everything he does. I feel so lucky to have found this professional, caring pulmonologist who has helped me so much.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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F Dolling – Mar 31, 2021
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Dr Thomashaw saved my life by have 1/4 of each lung removed 10 years ago. Since losing 150 lbs life has never been better Thank you Byron
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Arthur Watson – Apr 28, 2020
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a wonderful doctor and a wonderful human being
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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barbara mitler – Dec 04, 2019
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Excellent physician. Very patient and truly cares about his patients. Is very proactive and returns all calls. Would highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Alan wiener in New City, NY – Jun 18, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr Byron Thomashow is a Professor of Medicine Columbia University Medical Center and an Attending Physician at the New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He helped found the COPD Foundation in 2004 and served as Chairman of the Board of Directors for...read more

  • Pulmonary Disease

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  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1991

  • Harlem Hospital Center|st Luke's-roosevelt Hospital Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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Locations

Practice

New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center161 Fort Washington Ave New York, NY 10032
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • New York-Presbyterian Hospital

    525 E 68th St
    New York, NY 10065
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

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    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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