Summary

Dr. Francis O'Brien is a cardiovascular disease specialist who has dedicated over four decades to treating heart and vascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency training at New York University. With 44 years of clinical experience, Dr. O'Brien brings extensive expertise to his cardiovascular practice. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. O'Brien practices at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, NY, where he focuses on managing complex cardiovascular conditions. He specializes in treating high cholesterol in children and teens, helping young patients establish healthy heart habits early in life. His expertise extends to managing hyperlipidemia and familial lipid disorders, conditions that affect how the body processes fats and cholesterol. Dr. O'Brien performs diagnostic procedures including electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm, contrast echocardiography to visualize heart function, and dobutamine stress echocardiograms to assess heart performance under stress. Patients have rated him 4.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 44 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York University
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Francis J O'brien

347 E 37th StNew York, NY 10016
Mon6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
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44 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Russian, Italian Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi
New York , NYBROOKLYN , NYPomona , NYWinter Park , FL
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Universita Degli Studi Di Bari Aldo Moro Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Francis J O'brien

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Consumer Health Network
  • Coventry
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company
  • EmblemHealth Plan Inc
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis
  • First Health Network
  • Great West Healthcare
  • Health Insurance Plan of Greater Network
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • MVP Health Care
  • Northwell Direct Network
  • Oscar
  • Oxford
  • Partners Health Plan
  • Private Healthcare Systems
  • The New York State Health Insurance Program
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Francis J O'brien has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Francis J O'brien has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Chest Pain (Angina)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New York University

Medical School

Harvard Medical SchoolGraduated in 1982

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Francis O'brien's office located?
Dr. Francis O'brien's office is located at 347 E 37th St, New York, NY, 10016.
Does Dr. Francis O'brien accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Francis O'brien has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Francis O'brien affiliated with?
Dr. Francis O'brien is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Francis O'brien?
You can find contact information for Dr. Francis O'brien here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Francis O'brien accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Francis O'brien accepts on their Vitals profile.

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