Dr. Lester A. Epstein | Phoenix, AZ | Endocrinology

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Dr. Lester Epstein is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism as well as internal medicine. He completed his medical education at Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation and went on to complete his residency at UC Irvine Medical Center. With five decades of medical practice behind him, Dr. Epstein brings extensive knowledge to the treatment of hormonal disorders and metabolic conditions. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Epstein practices at Abrazo Central Campus and maintains locations in Phoenix, Arizona. His clinical expertise focuses on managing complex endocrine conditions, particularly diabetes care and metabolic disorders. He treats patients with various allergic conditions including rhinitis and allergic reactions. Dr. Epstein also performs specialized procedures such as allergen immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy to help patients manage their allergies long-term. Patients have given him an average …rating of 3.3 out of 5 on Vitals.

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3.3

22 Ratings
50 years of experience
14 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Uc Irvine Medical Center
8 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
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Lester A Epstein is great doctor. He readily welcomes med students to learn-on-the job. He's cordial; concerned; efficient, & thorough. He explains everything regarding my conditions, meds, labs, etc. The front office can be a bit abrupt but otherwise all of my interactions with the practice have been nothing but positive.

May 12th, 2022

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I had issues over several years and Dr. Epstein was the only one that was able to identify some of my issues. I do not feel perfect, but definitely better. Just communicate with him and he will respond.

September 29th, 2020

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Dr Epstein is extremely rude! He does not make eye contact. At first I was concerned that he was about to have a heart attack but no... He is just a rude overweight man! Dr Epstien should seriously not be practicing medicine any longer!!!

May 28th, 2019

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Yes Dr. Epstein is a little rude by not having eye contact but thats him, his staff Elida is very kind, Ive been going to him for 2 months now had several test, ultrasound, biopsys, labs and I really appreciate it, I've been going to my primary Dr. For 10 yrs and he never ordered a ultasound on my thyroid, mind you thyroid cancer runs in my family....dr. epstein ordered my ultrasound where I found out I had a nodgel on my thyroid. Regardless of his bedside manner he is a good Dr.

April 17th, 2014

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Dr. Epstein and his staff are rude. Also, the doctor recommended unnecessary, invasive and EXPENSIVE routine tests, which I discovered after seeing a reputable endocrinologist. SHAME on you, Dr. Epstein and your unprofessional staff.

December 15th, 2013

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Rude, abrasive personality, would not even look at me when we talked.

January 27th, 2012

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The doctor has the bedside manner of a rock. And the office manager, Patsey, was rude, insensitive and disrespectful to me. I will never go back again and am reporting them to the BBB.

December 17th, 2010

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This doctor is rude and is NOT professional in any way. He did not help me in any way what so ever. he refused to be my doctor and told me to go see another Doctor. I DO NOT WISH TO EVER REFER A PERSON TO HIM!!!!

April 28th, 2010

Dr. Lester Alan Epstein

6838 N 23rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85015

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Geriatric Specialtes of Arizona

6838 N 23rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85015

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Lester Alan Epstein	Dr. Randel C Davis	Dr. Meg Louise Groom, MD	Dr. Norlalak Jiramethee, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism	Emergency Medicine	Pediatrics	Critical Care Medicine

3.3 (22 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
50 Years of Experience	39 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Phoenix , AZ	Phoenix , AZ	Phoenix , AZ	Phoenix , AZ
Med School: Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation	Med School: Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Med	Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine	Med School: Rangsit University Faculty Of Medicine
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Accepts Medicaid
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Cigna
Devoted Health
GEHA
HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
Humana
Medicare
Medicare - Medicare
Optum Health
Tricare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare - HMO
UnitedHealthcare - IPA

Acromegaly
Addison Disease
Cushing Disease
Diabetes (Types I & II)
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
Fatigue
Gland Issues
Hormones
Hyperthyroidism
Hypopituitarism
Hypothyroidism
Internal Medicine
Lipid Disorders

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arizona, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Uc Irvine Medical Center

Medical School

Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical FoundationGraduated in 1976

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