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Dr. Sheldon Blau, MD

Dr. Sheldon Blau, MD

Rheumatology*
60+ years of experience

Dr. Sheldon Blau, MD is a rheumatologist in Massapequa, NY and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1961. He is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

566 Broadway Massapequa, NY 11758
(516) 541-6262

Dr. Blau is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Blau specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Blau's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blau

4.2
16 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
6%
6%
1 star
13%
13%

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Amazing, caring, honest, thorough, competent, knowledgable
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
Helpful
Dec 09, 2019
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I have been in remission from rheumatoid arthritis for the last 20 years due to the outstanding treatment from Dr Blau I received in the 1990’s - I am grateful for having found such a competent and compassionate professional.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Michael Donnelly in NY – Jun 25, 2019
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Didn’t wait too long,but left 3 hours later. Dr Blau sits you in his office ask lots of questions and took time to know me.he ordered ex rays,blood work and then examined me. He explained what I needed and that he can relieve the pain in my knee without needle being painful.he was right it didn’t hurt. I waited in his office and he explained my exrays what I could do great visit Staff very friendly
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Eve Rodriguez in NY – Jun 05, 2018
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Great experience. Great doctor! Took all of the time necessary to help me and made me feel very comfortable. When I expressed my concern with pain medications he provided me with some natural options.
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Jenni M in West Babylon, NY – Oct 18, 2016
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Outstanding physician. Compassionate, considerate, an expert in his field. Gives patient a lot of attention and speaks in real language. Great sense of humor. Very accessible and outstanding follow through. Must NEVER retire. Keeps me going. Aware of dietary and lifestyle-based treatment,; not just a drug shiller.
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Lenard L. in Manhasset, NY – Oct 12, 2016
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recommended plaquinal even though I had optic neuritis and I fell constantly, placquinal toxicity and am now pretty crippled
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Riverhead, NY – Jun 29, 2016
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dr blau is honestly the best dr i have ever went to in almost 50 years!!! he spends time n listens n asks a ton of questions!!! i have been to over 100 doctors in my life!! hes the best!!! thx steve winkoff
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
Helpful
steve winkoff in Plainview, NY – May 22, 2016
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Was recommended by my physician. I was surprised at the office conditions. It seems as it hasn't been touched since the 70's. Long wait time to be seen and didn't feel like the doctor spent enough time and I was just another patient of the day. No follow up after testing by him or staff.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Unimpressed – Mar 19, 2016
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Sheldon Blau, MD is a rheumatologist in Massapequa, NY and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1961. He is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island. He is accepting new patients.

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • State University At Stonybrook

    1984

  • Einstein

    Fellowship Hospital, 1965

  • Montefiore Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1962

  • Montefiore Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1962

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1961

  • City College Of New York

    Undergraduate School, 1957
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Blau is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Gary F Stones DPM566 Broadway Massapequa, NY 11758
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island

      259 1st St
      Mineola, NY 11501
      Recipient of 15
      hospital awards

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

      Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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

      Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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