Summary

Herbert Insel specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing 47 years of experience to cardiac care. They completed medical school at SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and pursued fellowship training in cardiology at Lenox Hill Hospital. Their residency in internal medicine was completed at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center. Herbert Insel speaks English.

They practice at Gracie Square Hospital and maintains locations in New York, NY. Herbert Insel focuses on treating conditions such as mitral valve regurgitation, high cholesterol, and elevated cholesterol levels in younger patients. They perform diagnostic procedures including electrocardiograms, blood tests, and contrast echocardiography to evaluate heart function. Patients rate Herbert Insel 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 47 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Lenox Hill Hospital, Cardiology
  • 34 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Herbert A Insel has 2 locations

Herbert A Insel Md Facc

30 E 40th St Rm 1100New York, NY 10016
Mon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ehe International

600 5TH AVE FL 6NEW YORK, NY 10020
Mon7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Herbert A InselDr. Raghav Sharma, MDDr. Michael L. Schwartz, MDDr. Alexandra Stern, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.5 
47 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
New York , NYWinter Park , FLPomona , NYNew York , NY
Med School: State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: New York University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Herbert A Insel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Herbert A Insel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Herbert A Insel has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Diabetes
  • Echocardiography
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Peripheral Vascular Diseases (Peripheral Artery Disease)
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Stress Echocardiography
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Herbert A Insel holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital, Cardiology.

Residency

Completed their residency at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, Medicine (Internal).

Medical School

Graduated from State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center and Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Insel's NPI number is 1356427652.

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Dr. Herbert Insel speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Herbert Insel affiliated with?
Dr. Herbert Insel is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital and Nyu Tisch Hospital.

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