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Dr. James Lyons, MD

Dr. James Lyons, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. James Lyons, MD is a plastic surgeon in New York, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1976. He is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Practice

251 W 135th St New York, NY 10030

Make an Appointment

(718) 676-2565

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lyons is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital New Haven, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lyons specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lyons' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lyons

3.8

43 ratings, 8 with a written review
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 04, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Unsatisfied – Feb 22, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Phyllis – Jan 02, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
S kelley – Mar 23, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 17, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 25, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pat T in Ocoee, FL – Jan 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Cindy in Glastonbury, CT – Jan 12, 2017
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. James Lyons, MD is a plastic surgeon in New York, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1976. He is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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

  • Georgetown University

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • Hospital St Raphael

    Internship Hospital, 1977

  • Hospital Of Saint Raphael

    Internship Hospital, 1977

  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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  • Healthgrades Honor Roll Distinction Recognized Doctor, 2012

  • 1997 Yale Plastic Surgery Residents Award for Teaching Excellence, 1997

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Locations

Practice

Office251 W 135th St New York, NY 10030
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 6:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 6:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 6:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 6:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: 6:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sun: 6:00am - 4:00pm
  • Directions
Office1 Morningside Dr N Bldg B Westport, CT 06880
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St
    New Haven, CT 06510
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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