Summary

Dr. Paula Lester is a geriatric medicine specialist who has dedicated 25 years to caring for older adults. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at University Hospital SUNY Stony Brook. Dr. Lester speaks both English and Spanish, helping her connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Lester practices at NYU Langone Hospital Long Island and sees patients in Mineola, NY. She focuses on comprehensive care for seniors, including preventive services like annual physical exams and wellness visits. Her expertise includes managing common health concerns such as influenza and providing essential immunizations to help protect older adults' health. Patients give Dr. Lester an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 25 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Hospital Suny Stony Brook
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

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Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks French, English
Mineola , NYNew York , NYBrooklyn , NYBronx , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College Med School: UNIVERSIDAD PERUANA CAYETANO HEREDIA
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paula E. Lester

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna HMO
  • Aetna Indemnity
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Local 1199 - NYU Hospital Member Choice
  • Local 1199 PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paula E. Lester has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paula E. Lester has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatrician
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Hospital Suny Stony Brook

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 2001

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Paula Lester affiliated with?
Dr. Paula Lester is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospital Long Island.
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