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Dr. William Priester, MD

Dr. William Priester, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. William Priester, MD is a cardiologist in New York, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from R J & Lucille Carver College of Medicine University of Ia in 1977. He is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

William D Priester MD

150 E 71st St New York, NY 10021
(212) 249-5707

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Priester is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital New York, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Priester 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. Priester 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
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Priester's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Priester

4.0

25 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
64%
64%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
12%
12%

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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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Lisa – Dec 10, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
Sep 12, 2024
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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
Helpful
Jun 12, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Robert Gangi – Dec 13, 2023
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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
Helpful
Leona – Jun 13, 2023
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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
Helpful
Joe Vadnos – Mar 14, 2023
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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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Mar 14, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 14, 2023
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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
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Dean Timpone – Sep 13, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 09, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Sep 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Jul 30, 2020
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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
Helpful
Harry Stein – Apr 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
New York, NY – Oct 05, 2017
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Ed G in New York, NY – Dec 31, 2015
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Dr. William Priester, MD is a cardiologist in New York, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from R J & Lucille Carver College of Medicine University of Ia in 1977. He is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • 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.

  • Ny Med Coll/met Hospital Center

    Residency Hospital, 1980

  • R J & Lucille Carver College Of Medicine University Of Ia

    Medical School, 1977

  • Stanford University

    Undergraduate School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Priester is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    William D Priester MD

    William D Priester MD150 E 71st St New York, NY 10021
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lenox Hill Hospital

      100 E 77th St
      New York, NY 10075
      Recipient of 42
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

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

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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