Dr. Allen Unger, MD

Cardiology*MaleAge 89

Cardiology*

Dr. Allen Unger, MD is a cardiologist in New York, NY and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 1960. He specializes in Cardiology and Internal Medicine.

Dr. Allen Unger, MD

Practice

12 E 86th St New York, NY 10028

Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Unger is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals New York, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Unger is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Unger specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Unger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Unger

4.6

11 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Carola Vecchio – Feb 21, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Yelena Alperin – May 23, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mark in New York, NY – Jun 28, 2019
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Apr 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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New York – Apr 06, 2018
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biography

Dr. Allen Unger, MD is a cardiologist in New York, NY and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 1960. He specializes in Cardiology and Internal Medicine.
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Mount Sinai Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1966
  • State University Of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1960
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Unger is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Steven Lamm M.D.;P.C12 E 86th St New York, NY 10028
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    Practice

    Office120 E 86th St New York, NY 10028
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • NYU Langone Hospitals

      550 1st Ave
      New York, NY 10016
      Recipient of 62
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Mount Sinai Morningside

      1111 Amsterdam Ave
      New York, NY 10025
      Recipient of 24
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      79%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      72%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital

      201 Manor Pl
      Greenport, NY 11944
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards
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