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Dr. Robin Lipschitz, MD

Dr. Robin Lipschitz, MD

Rheumatology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Robin Lipschitz, MD is a rheumatologist in New York, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lipschitz has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University Cape Town in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lenox Hill Hospital and Hospital for Special Surgery. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (48 reviews)

Practice

160 E 72nd St New York, NY 10021
Telehealth available
(212) 772-7686

Dr. Lipschitz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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. Lipschitz specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Lipschitz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lipschitz

3.8

48 ratings, 28 with a written review
5 Star
69%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
27%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 12, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Jack Halpern – Mar 04, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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MS & RS – Dec 01, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Alice Attie – Sep 02, 2022
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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
CC – Jul 26, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Theodore – Jun 09, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dr. Ed – Apr 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 11, 2022
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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
Phyllis Echols – Mar 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Andrew K. – Mar 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Buyer Beware – Oct 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
RK – Jul 18, 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
Helpful
David – Jun 25, 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
Helpful
David Katz – Apr 14, 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Ariana D – Nov 03, 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
Aug 31, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aline Voldoire – May 27, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dan B. – May 20, 2020
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What went well
No results
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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 16, 2019
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

 This is achieved through frequent monitoring and reevaluation of treatment throughout the course of the patient's illness using the most up–to–date diagnostic testing and advanced medical treatments.  Treatment strategies...read more

biography

As an independently practicing rheumatologist and internist with more than 30 years of clinical experience in the heart of New York City, my practice is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with systemic, autoimmune and inflammatory...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • 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.

  • Suny Stonybrook Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • Groote Schuur Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • University Cape Town

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Lipschitz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Upper Manhattan Medical PC160 E 72nd St New York, NY 10021
    1
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Practice

    Barbara L. Schultz M.D. PLLC1120 Park Ave New York, NY 10128
    2
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Hospital for Special Surgery

      535 E 70th St
      New York, NY 10021
      Recipient of 24
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      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.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      89%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      24% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Sharon Hospital

      50 Hospital Hill Rd
      Sharon, CT 06069
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      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.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Flagstaff Medical Center

      1200 N Beaver St
      Flagstaff, AZ 86001
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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

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

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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