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Dr. James Underberg, MD

Dr. James Underberg, MD

Clinical Lipidology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Underberg, MD is a clinical lipidologist in New York, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

317 E 34th St New York, NY 10016
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Underberg specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. 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
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Dr. Underberg's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Underberg

4.9
31 ratings, 23 with a written review
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Committed to my health
Dr always listens and is not an alarmist who immediately orders tests. Warm and thoughtful. VERY knowledgeable and intelligent.
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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Karen Rhinehart – Mar 13, 2025
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Amazing and Brilliant
I have been a patient for many, many years. Dr Underberg is very astute and a thoughtful diagnostician. He is patient, not alarming, kind, and has resolved my medical issues or directed me to the right specialist. He is the best...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Debbie B. – Jun 12, 2024
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Dr U is quick to respond and delivers exceptional
He’s got an amazing Rolodex His referrals generally match his own commitment to excellent care
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 12, 2024
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The Doctor's attention to his patient was outstanding.
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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 14, 2024
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A wonderful, caring doctor.
I am never rushed. The exam was thorough and allowed time for a conversation and responses to my questions. When a question was outside of his expertise he promised to do some research and get back to me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 12, 2023
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Best Doctor I ever had...20+ years now
Spends the time, make the right referrals - can't tell you how many times he has helped my family.
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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michael Moore – Dec 12, 2023
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Consummate Professional
One of the top doctors in NYC.
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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bob Lehman – Jun 13, 2023
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On time and always available when needed. I have been a patient for over 25 years and have great confidence that Dr. U will take good care of me. Excellent.
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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Larry – Mar 14, 2023
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The Best Dr. ever
Always on time. Always caring, Listens to everything you tell him. He is warm, compassionate, a wonderful diagnostition-- gives a complete exam. Also makes amazing recommendations to specialists. He has been my Doctor for 25 years.
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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Beth Bernstein – Mar 13, 2023
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Newly developed Covid19
Discussed dosing changes of current medication in the presence of newly added Paxlovid for Covid + PCR test. Discussed management of Paxlovid in the presence of my impaired renal function. Finally, reviewed possible side effects of new drug program and will follow up once 5 day therpeutic program is over.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Joseph Hilsenrath – Sep 14, 2022
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Dr. Underberg is exceedingly knowledgeable, he is gracious, he is professional, and he responds immediately to questions. He is an excellent physician.
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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Mar 15, 2022
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He'sSuperior
Dr. Underberg is the epitome of professionalism and expertise. He is always at the forefront of medical knowledge. We've been with him for many, many years now. Couldn't praise him more highly.
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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M. Schneider – Mar 14, 2022
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Dr. Underberg is confident, knowledgeable and caring, and always upbeat. And more importantly than anything, he listens attentively and patiently, never rushing or distracted. More to the point: he saved my life by referring me immediately to the emergency room when I had the main artery to my heart almost completely blocked, after another physician had suggested that it could be treated with lipid medication at home. His chosen specialty in lipidology is just one area in which he is recognized as an expert; his overall knowledge of all matters in internal medicine is astounding, and it seems that after every conversation with him he imparts some new medical insight that had never been previously known to me. In the office for an appointment, he will take his time and perform a thorough examination and consultation. Dr. Underberg is a rarity. It is for that reason that he is my Castle Connolly personal concierge doctor. Yes, I would recommend him to my family and friends.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mark – Sep 16, 2021
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My visit with Dr underberg as always pleasant professional and well worth the visit he always attended me always there when I need him thanks so much Dr underberg
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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Clarise woods – Sep 16, 2021
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Dr. Underberg has been my go to doctor for almost 30 years. He is the one doctor I can say that I trust with my life with no reservations.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Simply the Best. – Sep 15, 2021
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Couldn't ask for a better doctor -- Dr. Underberg is always responsive, follows up and is extremely knowledgeable -- doesn't get better than that.
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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Susan K. – Sep 15, 2021
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Dr Underberg is a very knowledgeable and thorough internist. Although not an alarmist, he makes sure that everything is checked out by a specialist in another field of medicine if he’s not in that particular field. 5 Stars all around
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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Joanne Bross – Sep 15, 2021
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Dr. Underberg is that special breed of Physician: scholarly in his academic pursuits, expert in his clinical practice and a concerned humanist who seeks to treat the patient as a whole person. I feel lucky to be under his care.
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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Todd Snyder – Sep 15, 2021
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Compassionate understanding always available! Love that man!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Bernard Bushell – Sep 15, 2021
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Dr. Underberg is a cut above the rest! I never have a wait time when at my visit and my appointment is never rushed. He listens and answers all my questions and explains my conditions well. I have full trust in his decisions and his care. Also, he always personally calls back with test results as well as if I leave a message with his office he personally responds immediately. His office staff are friendly and helpful.
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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Carmel Ottaunick – Sep 15, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Underberg is a nationally recognized expert in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of cholesterol, ,hypertension and a specialist in cardiovascular disease prevention

biography

Dr. Underberg is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of General Internal Medicine at NYU Medical School and the NYU Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention. He is the Director of the Bellevue Hospital Primary Care Lipid...read more
  • Clinical Lipidology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Ny University Med School

  • Bellevue Hospital Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989
  • Nyu-bellevue Hospital Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989
  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Midtown Dermatology Services PC317 E 34th St New York, NY 10016
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Park 55 Medical Associates PC110 E 55th St Fl 9 New York, NY 10022
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 4:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Nyc Health Hospitals / Bellevue462 1st Ave New York, NY 10016
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

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

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

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