Summary

Dr. David Lessen specializes in oncology and internal medicine, bringing 28 years of experience to cancer care and comprehensive medical treatment. He earned his medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Lessen is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient community.

Dr. Lessen practices at multiple locations throughout South Florida, including Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, and Fort Lauderdale, with affiliations at Holy Cross Hospital, Broward Health Imperial Point, and Broward Health North. He focuses on treating blood-related cancers such as multiple myeloma and chronic myeloid leukemia, as well as managing anemia. His expertise includes performing comprehensive blood work like complete blood counts and metabolic panels to monitor patient health and treatment progress. Patients have given Dr. Lessen an average rating of 4.6 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 28 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lenox Hill Hospital
  • 13 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. David Scott Lessen has 6 locations

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at Deerfield Beach

1192 E Newport Center DrDeerfield Beach, FL 33442

Broward Health North

201 E Sample RdPompano Beach, FL 33064

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

5700 N Federal Hwy Ste 5Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Broward Health Imperial Point

6401 N Federal HwyFort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Sylvester At Deerfield Beach

1192 E Newport Center Dr Ste 100Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Mon7:00 am - 6:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

Holy Cross Medical Group Urology

4725 N Federal Hwy Ste 502Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

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OncologyOncologyOncologyCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
3.7 
28 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Deerfield Beach , FLFort Lauderdale , FLMiramar , FLDoral , FL
Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Scott Lessen

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Medical Specialties

Dr. David Scott Lessen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Scott Lessen has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. David Scott Lessen holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lenox Hill Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Sackler School Of Medicine in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Lessen's NPI number is 1871518373.

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