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Dr. J Leonard Dire, MD

Dr. J Leonard Dire, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. J Leonard Dire, MD is a cardiologist in New Rochelle, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities White Plains Hospital and Montefiore Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Montefiore New Rochelle at 20 Cedar

20 Cedar St New Rochelle, NY 10801
Telehealth available

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Dire is affiliated with White Plains Hospital White Plains, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Dire specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Dire's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dire

4.2
9 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
78%
78%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
11%
11%
1 star
11%
11%

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Do not Reccommend
I am deeply disappointed and appalled by the experience my mother and I had at Dr. J. Leonard Dire’s office. My mother, who was recently hospitalized for several days due to COVID and cardiovascular issues, was extremely anxious about her follow-up appointment. Unfortunately, her nervousness was met with blatant rudeness and unprofessional behavior.When booking the appointment, the receptionist failed to ask any questions about my mother’s recent health status, including whether she had COVID. When Dr. Dire entered the room—without so much as a greeting—he immediately launched into a condescending lecture about how my mother shouldn't have been at the appointment because she had COVID over a week ago. My mother was not informed of any such policy beforehand, and this oversight was entirely the fault of his office staff. His approach was not only unnecessary but completely uncalled for, leaving my already anxious mother feeling humiliated.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
Helpful
Nov 20, 2024
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Amazing Doctor
I wouldn't trust the care of my parents to anyone but the best. Dr Dire has such wonderful bed side manner and is very thorough with his exams.
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
Seb Tagliamonte – Oct 19, 2024
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Such a great Dr and a good person overall. He helped my wife out amazingly, so i decided to make a switch and I'm so glad i did thank you Dr.Dire ??
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Hiram Daoud – Apr 04, 2024
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Terrific physician with easy-going manner. Full of complete explanations.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Professor Sam – Jan 17, 2021
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Dr. Dire & his staff are all amazing, good & professional people. My father was hospitalized last year & Dr. Dire was there as soon as my father was taken to the emergency room from our home. From the beginning he was there several times a week checking on my father. He made us feel their was hope for him after this life changing moment in my family's life. I cant thank Dr. Dire enough including Janet (nurse), Soraya & Susy (front end).
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Lupita Alvarez Valencia in New Rochelle, NY – Mar 10, 2018
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Great doctor. Really has gone above and beyond for me and has truly shown that he puts the patient first.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Charles in New Rochelle, NY – May 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

J Leonard DiRe, MD, FACC, is an attending physician, Cardiology at Montefiore Einstein. Dr DiRe&rsquos focus is on clinical cardiology, including the treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disease A summa cum laude graduate of Tufts University,...read more

biography

J. Leonard DiRe, MD, FACC, is an attending physician, Cardiology at Montefiore Einstein. Dr. DiRe&rsquos focus is on clinical cardiology, including the treatment and prevention of cardiovascular diseaseA summa cum laude graduate of Tufts University,...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • New York Medical College (metropolitan) Program

    Residency Hospital
  • Albany Medical College

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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  • English

  • Spanish

Locations

Montefiore New Rochelle at 20 Cedar

Montefiore New Rochelle at 20 Cedar20 Cedar St New Rochelle, NY 10801
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • White Plains Hospital

    41 E Post Rd
    White Plains, NY 10601
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    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

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Montefiore Medical Center

    111 E 210th St
    Bronx, NY 10467
    Recipient of 20
    hospital awards

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

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

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (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.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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