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Dr. Ariel Ostad, MD

Dr. Ariel Ostad, MD

Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Ariel Ostad, MD is a cosmetic dermatologic surgery specialist in New York, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 242 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (242 reviews)

Practice

897 Lexington Ave New York, NY 10065

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ostad specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Ostad's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ostad

4.8
242 ratings, 205 with a written review
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consitent high quality care
I have been a patient of Dr. Ostad for over a decade. At the start of my treatment he prescribed yearly checkups to monitor my condition. Due to his diligence, oOver time, the condition has, almost, disappeared. Although I an on medicare, I choose to return yearly because my confidence in his abilities is unwavering.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Steve Miller – Mar 27, 2025
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GREAT DOCTOR
Dr. Ostad is as good as it gets when visiting a doctor and wanting to feel completely confident in their expertise, knowledge and guidance. He is not only an excellent doctor but a kind and sincere person as well. He LISTENS which is not always the case these days in medicine. I have been with him for over 15 years for all my dermatological reasons with great results. The staff is also very helpful. I strongly recommend this practice.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Iva Spitzer – Mar 19, 2025
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Immediate Same Day Attention and Reassurance
Understood my 'emergency', assessed, dealt with problem.With care and understanding.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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jcwnyc – Jan 24, 2025
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Thorough inspection, found one site of potential concern and dealt with it immediately. Advised on future treatment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Dec 15, 2024
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Very Patient
I always have a wonderful visit with Dr Ostad. He answers all my questions and when I leave his office I am completely satisfied. I feel I am in the best of hands.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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CT – Nov 25, 2024
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Excellent Dermatologist
Dr Ostad is excellent. I have seen him for both my annual skin check and for pre-cancerous lesions. His office is beautiful and his staff members are excellent, too.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feng – Nov 01, 2024
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Excellent dermatologist
Dr. Ostad’s skills go beyond the ordinary. He has a kind and knowledgeable staff as well.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Paul Z – Oct 15, 2024
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The Best
He does my skin cancer removals with exceptionally fine cosmetic work.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 06, 2024
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Caring professional with an excellent team
I have been going to Dr. Ostad for about a decade for regular skin cancer checks and have also had some cosmetic laser procedures. Most recently I had several benign masses removed. His staff is incredibly well trained, I (and my husband) have never waited, I get my questions answered promptly and thoroughly. He expresses concern for my pain levels at every step, pausing to reinject lidocaine if necessary with no obvious rush, for example. I cannot recommend highly enough!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. SL – Aug 21, 2024
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The very BEST!!!
Overwhelmingly impressed with Dr. Olstad’s expertise and facility! This is the highest level of treatment!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Aug 16, 2024
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Negative result of fillers under eyes
Dr Ostad injected fillers under my eyes to reduce the hollows under my lower lids. The fillers did a good job in filling the hollows, but when I noticed unsightly moon-sliver bags under my eyes. Dr Ostad identified them as naturally occurring festoons and recommended a laser treatment.Luckily, I got a second opinion and was astonished to learn that the bags were a direct result of the fillers. Bags due to fillers look very different from naturally occurring festoons.To remove the bags, all I needed was an injection of Hyaluronidase which I got from the second doctor. I don’t blame Dr. Ostad for the undesired consequences of the fillers – this can happen. But I am very disappointed that the real cause of the bags was not identified. Instead, a completely different treatment, more painful and more involved, was suggested.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Aug 01, 2024
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Dedicated confident doctor
Doctor skill set seems very high. Nurses quite nice front desk person not so much. Unfriendly on phone, slightly better in person need someone super friendly and helpful as the greeter face of company or train her better. Maybe needs update on laser machines seems to be using older type things that have some bad reviews.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jen – Jul 18, 2024
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Best there is!
Another 6 months has come and gone. I mark time now by my semi annual dermatology checkups. Always a true joy to see Dr. Ostad. Clean bill of health again!! Even though he does not participate in Medicare I still go and fight with Medicare for my reimbursement, which I do receive after many months of fighting with the Government. Would not leave his practice even if I did not file with Medicare!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jul 15, 2024
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Wonderful doctor and staff
The office is beautiful and modern. The staff is personable and welcoming. Dr. Ostad is extraordinarily skilled, knowledgeable and compassionate.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jul 14, 2024
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Best Dermatologist
Dr. Ostad provided excellent care and addressed all my concerns. Many years ago, he performed Mohs surgery on my shoulder, and the stitches are barely recognizable. He has magical hands! His staff is AHHHH-MAZING as well. He deserves 5,000 stars!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jun 18, 2024
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Dr. Ostad and his staff are amazing. They are all very kind and welcoming. He listened to my concerns and addressed them all. I am very happy with my results.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Desica M – May 24, 2024
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Great doctor and staff!
Dr. Ostad listens, explains the options available and is able to create natural results! The staff is wonderful!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Vera – May 09, 2024
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Thank you!
Dr. Ostad was very gentle and caring carrying out my procedure which alleviated some of my health concerns. He honestly described the procedure and what to expect after it and how to take care of it. His competent staff provide professional support. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Grateful Patient – May 06, 2024
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Dr. Ostad’s work is nothing short of spectacular!
A dear friend recommended I go to Dr. Ostad for a consultation about how to refresh my sagging face. His office ambiance and staff are warm and welcoming. You feel comfortable as soon as you enter. I had already reviewed all of the information and videos on the Doctor’s website so I already knew I would be meeting a dedicated, qualified, and unique professional. He took time to listen to everything I said, asked pertinent questions and then went over in detail what could be done to make me look better.I ended up getting a short procedure which included fillers. The 20 minute process took a good 10 years off my face. Now all of my features worked to make me look more attractive than I have ever looked. I cannot describe how wonderful I felt. I strongly recommend you schedule a consultation with Dr. Ostad. It will change your life.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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KD – May 02, 2024
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Caring doctor
Skim check yearly. Takes off any suspicious areas. Very thorough
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Ostad is known as a leader in Cosmetic surgical and non-surgical procedures. His expertise is widely sought after by nearly every media outlet, television and beauty magazine due to his tried and true philosophy of "Less is More." Dr. Ostad...read more
  • Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery

  • General Surgery

  • Dermatology

  • Dermatologic Surgery

  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Cosmetic Dermatology

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

  • Ucla Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996
  • New York University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1995
  • Mass Gen Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • New York University Grossman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
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  • English

  • Persian

  • Spanish

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Locations

Practice

Dermatologic Surgery of Lexington Ave PC897 Lexington Ave New York, NY 10065
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Practice

Nyc Health Hospitals / Bellevue462 1st Ave New York, NY 10016
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue

    462 1st Ave
    New York, NY 10016
    Recipient of 2
    hospital 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

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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