Summary

Dr. Bruce B. Lerman is the H. Altschul Master Professor of Medicine, was Chief of the Division of Cardiology for 28 years and Director of the Electrophysiology Laboratory at Weill-Cornell and  the New York Presbyterian Hospital until stepping down in June 2023. He received his medical degree from Loyola University - Stritch School of Medicine, was an intern and medical resident at Northwestern University and completed his cardiology fellowship at Johns Hopkins.  He trained in cardiac electrophysiology at the University of Pennsylvania.  He has authored over 200 original publications, 60 book chapters and 2 books. He is a recipient of the Established Investigator Award from the American Heart Association and had received multiple grants from the NIH. He is currently on the editorial boards of Circulation, Heart Rhythm, Journal of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Pacing  and Clinical Electrophysology and the Journal of Innovations in Cardiac Rhythm Management. He is a member of the exam writing committee of the American Board of Internal Medicine for the Cardiac Electrophysiology Board Examination..His research contributions include elucidating the myriad electrophysiologic mechanisms of  the nucleoside adenosine, pioneering  the concept of current-based defibrillation and determining the role of mechanoelectrical feedback as a stimulus for triggering malignant ventricular arrhythmias. His current work focuses on the the cellular and molecular mechanisms of ventricular outflow tract tachycardia. His laboratory has identified critical somatic mutations in the cAMP signal transduction cascade that mediate this  form of ventricular tachycardia, thus introducing a new paradigm for the causation of ventricular tachycardia. He has been issued 4 patents.He clinical concentration focuses on the diagnosis and treatment (ablation) of complex atrial and ventricular arrhythmias, as well as on the treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias with implantable devices. For the last 15 years, he’s been named in New York Magazine- Best Doctors,  Castle Connolly – America’s Top Doctors, US News and World Report (Best Doctors) and the New York Times (Super Doctors). 
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Office Location

Cardiology - Starr Pavilion

520 East 70th Street Starr Pavilion, 4th FloorNew York, NY 10021

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 49 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Sinai Hospital
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bruce B. Lerman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - NYP
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield Healthplus
  • GHI
  • Health Insurance Plan of NY (HIP)
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • United Healthcare
  • VNSNY CHOICE

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bruce B. Lerman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bruce B. Lerman has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Cardiac Defibrillator Implant
  • Cardiologist
  • Catheter Ablation
  • Fainting (Syncope)
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Unstable Angina
  • Ventricular Tachycardia

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Sinai Hospital

Medical School

Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated in 1977

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Bruce Lerman's office located?
Dr. Bruce Lerman's office is located at 520 East 70th Street Starr Pavilion, 4th Floor, New York, NY, 10021.
What languages does Dr. Bruce Lerman speak?
Dr. Bruce Lerman speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bruce Lerman affiliated with?
Dr. Bruce Lerman is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Does Dr. Bruce Lerman accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Bruce Lerman accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Bruce Lerman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Lerman accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.

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