Dr. Kyriakos Kirou, MD | New York, NY | Rheumatologist

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Dr. Kyriakos Kirou is a rheumatologist with expertise in internal medicine who earned his medical degree from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School. He completed his residency at New York Hospital and has been practicing medicine for 38 years. Dr. Kirou speaks both Chinese and English, making care accessible to diverse patient communities.

Dr. Kirou practices at Hospital For Special Surgery and NewYork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York, NY. He specializes in treating systemic lupus erythematosus and joint pain conditions. His expertise includes performing autoimmune disease testing and immunology procedures to help diagnose complex conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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4.2

13 Ratings
38 years of experience
23 insurance plans accepted
speaks Chinese, English
New York Hospital
7 written reviews
2 specialties
15 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Male

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Dr. Kiru is one of the best doctors I have ever met. He found the cause of my skin problems and step by step I believe he will find the cure. I feel very confident with him and trust him in his healing methods and his opinion. I know I am in the right place with the right person and he will do the best for me to feel good and get better. Thank you!

August 10th, 2022

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I've been seeing Dr. Kirou for the past 10 years for lupus. I saw several other rheumatologists before him and he is simply the best doctor I've ever had. Highly recommend.

October 31st, 2019

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I have never written a review before for a doctor or for a doctor's office but felt compelled to about this one. Dr. Kirou and his staff are incredible people and truly care about the patients. I highly, highly recommend him.

April 16th, 2013

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Dr. Kirou is everything I wanted in a doctor: smart, thorough, thoughtful, and kind. He spent all the time I needed, never made me feel rushed, and answered all my questions. HIs staff was equally excellent. His secretary and nurse were equally smart and kind. I am so happy and relieved to have found him.I have a difficult-to-diagnose form of arthritis and have been to several doctors already who did not have a clue. Dr. Kirou figured out my illness and now I am relieved to have a plan of treatment and a brilliant, caring doctor to guide me on it. THANK YOU DR. KIROU.

August 2nd, 2012

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Dr. Kirou is a top rate diagnostician, and compassionate doctor. I had been to at least 5 other doctors and no one diagnosed me correctly. Dr. Kirou immediately ran a blood test and determined what my condition is, before the blood tests even confirmed it.

November 1st, 2011

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He spent enough time trying to understand my medical issues. He does not over-medicate, always returns phone calls. He even pointed out the part of my personality that may prevent me from working with doctors.

July 30th, 2010

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dr. kirou always spends a lot of time with me, listens well, and seems to consider all of my symptoms. he never seems to be in a rush and does a thorough physical exam each time i see him. i really feel like he cares about me. he doesn't rush to overmedicate me, but he also doesn't consider alternative or holistic treatments at all (which i find a little disappointing). on the negative side, his office staff is very hard to work with, though. it's hard to get through to the receptionist, and in the office they are very brusque. the wait time can also be terrible.

January 15th, 2010

Hospital For Special Surgery

535 E 70th StNew York, NY 10021

Tel: (212) 606-1000

Mon9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Tue9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Wed9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Thu9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Fri9:30 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Ambulatory Care Center Rheumatology Department at the Main Hospital Campus

535 E 70th StNew York, NY 10021

Dr. Kyriakos Kirou

535 E 70th St Fl 6New York, NY 10021

Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center

630 W 168th StNew York, NY 10032

Tel: (212) 305-2500

Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center

622 W 168th StNew York, NY 10032

Tel: (212) 305-2500


Dr. Kyriakos Kirou, MD	Dr. Nancyanne Melissa Schmidt, MD	Dr. Ralph S Blume, MD	Dr. Mohit Shukla, MD
Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (13 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.9 (17 Ratings)	3.5 (2 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	62 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English		Speaks English	Speaks Hindi, Punjabi
New York , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY	Fresh Meadows , NY
Med School: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki Medical School	Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University	Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine	Med School: Dayanand Medical College India
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Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

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Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki Medical SchoolGraduated in 1988

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Which hospitals is Dr. Kyriakos Kirou affiliated with?: Dr. Kyriakos Kirou is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery.
What languages does Dr. Kyriakos Kirou speak?: Dr. Kyriakos Kirou speaks Chinese and English.
Is Dr. Kyriakos Kirou accepting new patients?: Dr. Kyriakos Kirou has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Where is Dr. Kyriakos Kirou's office located?: Dr. Kyriakos Kirou's office is located at 535 E 70th St, New York, NY, 10021.

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