Summary

Dr. Herbert Insel specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They completed their medical education at SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and pursued specialized training through an internal medicine residency at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Insel further advanced their expertise with a cardiology fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital. With 47 years of experience in the field, they provide comprehensive cardiac care and speak English with patients.

Dr. Insel practices at Lenox Hill Hospital and NYU Tisch Hospital in New York, New York. They focus on treating conditions such as mitral valve problems, high cholesterol, and elevated cholesterol levels in young patients. Common procedures in their practice include heart rhythm testing, blood work, and specialized heart imaging using contrast. Patients have given Dr. Insel an average rating of 4.8 stars for their care.

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 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. Rebecca R. Ascunce, MDDr. Hajir Dilmanian, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.6 
47 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English Speaks Spanish
New York , NYWinter Park , FLNew York , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College 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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Dr. Herbert Insel's office is located at 30 E 40th St Rm 1100, New York, NY, 10016.

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