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Summary

Dr. Francis O'Brien specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing four decades of expertise to heart and vascular care. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at New York University. With 44 years of experience treating patients with heart conditions, Dr. O'Brien has developed extensive knowledge in cardiovascular medicine. He speaks English and is committed to providing comprehensive cardiac care.

Dr. O'Brien practices at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, New York. He focuses on treating high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and familial lipid disorders. His procedural expertise includes performing electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and dobutamine stress echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and diagnose cardiovascular conditions. Patients rate Dr. O'Brien 4.4 out of 5 stars on average for his cardiovascular care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
    18 Ratings
  • 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
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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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Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English
New York , NYBrooklyn , NYWinter Park , FLPomona , NY
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Francis J O'brien

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  • 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

Does Dr. Francis O'brien accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Francis O'brien accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Is Dr. Francis O'brien accepting new patients?
Dr. Francis O'brien has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Francis O'brien affiliated with?
Dr. Francis O'brien is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.

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