Summary

Dr. Thomas Lecher is an internal medicine physician with 46 years of experience caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Del Noreste Escuela De Medicina Dr Jose Sierra Flores and completed his residency training at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center. His extensive experience spans nearly five decades of practice in internal medicine. Dr. Lecher communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Lecher practices at Long Island Jewish Forest Hills and sees patients in Howard Beach, New York. He focuses on managing common health conditions including high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and high blood pressure. His practice includes performing blood tests, electrocardiograms to check heart function, and administering flu vaccines. Patients have given Dr. Lecher an average rating of 3.2 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.2
  • 46 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brookdale University Hospital And Medical Center
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis

Office Location

Thomas Ian Lecher

16450 Crossbay BlvdHoward Beach, NY 11414
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Universidad Del Noreste Escuela De Medicina Dr Jose Sierra Flores Med School: Forest Hills Med School: Zicklin School of Business Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Thomas Ian Lecher

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Consumer Health Network
  • Coventry
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company
  • EmblemHealth Plan Inc
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis
  • First Health Network
  • Great West Healthcare
  • Health Insurance Plan of Greater Network
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • MVP Health Care
  • Northwell Direct Network
  • Oscar
  • Oxford
  • Partners Health Plan
  • Private Healthcare Systems
  • The New York State Health Insurance Program
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare

Medical Specialties

Thomas Ian Lecher has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Thomas Ian Lecher has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Thomas Ian Lecher holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Brookdale University Hospital And Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Del Noreste Escuela De Medicina Dr Jose Sierra Flores in 1980.

NPI Number

Thomas Ian Lecher's NPI number is 1053408781.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Thomas Lecher speak?
Thomas Lecher speaks English.
Which hospitals is Thomas Lecher affiliated with?
Thomas Lecher is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Forest Hills.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Lecher?
You can find contact information for Thomas Lecher here on Vitals.
Is Thomas Lecher accepting new patients?
Thomas Lecher has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Thomas Lecher accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Thomas Lecher has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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