Dr. Alexa Lessow, MD, New York, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.94

Average wait time

4.71

Bedside manner

4.96

“Dr. Lessow pays attention to what you say and incorporates it into her recovery plan. She checked my sinuses and explained everything she saw and what she recommended. I would not hesitate to recommend her to my anyone in need.”

Renee M.February 5, 2026

“If you need to see them but they are booked, call the office and they can check if they have any opening available to see earlier. Make sure you call!”

Ching Yi W.February 5, 2026

About Dr. Alexa Lessow

Dr. Lessow specializes in nasal and sinus disease as well as treating all general ear, nose, and throat problems. She performs in-office balloon sinuplasty, nasal, sinus, and upper airway surgery for chronic sinusitis, nasal obstruction, snoring, and sleep apnea. Together with her physician assistant, Rian Rosen PA-C, they provide comprehensive ENT care including hearing testing, in-office CT scanning, allergy testing and immunotherapy, and surgical consultations. Dr. Lessow earned her Doctor of Medicine from Cornell University. She completed an internship in General Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and a residency in Otolaryngology at New York University Medical Center. Dr. Lessow's ENT-trained physician assistant, Rian Rosen PA-C, works closely with her and independently to evaluate and treat all general ENT issues. Rian also runs the Allergy Department, providing environmental allergy testing and treatment, including sublingual and subcutaneous immunotherapy. Dr. Lessow and Rian are both strong proponents of taking the time to educate their patients on their symptoms; they believe that patients' understanding of their medical problems is just as vital to their wellness as the medical and surgical treatments they provide.

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Popular visit reasons

Allergy Consultation

ENT Consultation

ENT Emergency Visit

Ear Infection

Ear Pain

Hearing Problems

Sleep Problems

Sleep Studies

Allergy Consultation

ENT Consultation

ENT Emergency Visit

Ear Infection

Office location

Dr. Alexa Lessow, MD also offers online video visits for patients

Alexa Lessow MD PC

132 E 76th St, Ste 2A, New York, NY 10021

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Education and background

Practice names

Alexa Lessow MD PC

Hospital affiliations

Lenox Hill Hospital

Board certifications

American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Cornell University, Doctor of Medicine
Lenox Hill Hospital, Internship in General Surgery
New York University Medical Center, Residency in Otolaryngology

Professional memberships

American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery
American Rhinologic Society
American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1770544009

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Which hospital is Dr. Alexa Lessow affiliated with?

Dr. Alexa Lessow is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Alexa Lessow work with?

Dr. Alexa Lessow works with Alexa Lessow MD PC.

Where is Dr. Alexa Lessow's office located?

Dr. Alexa Lessow has 2 office locations in New York, view full addresses on Dr. Lessow's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Alexa Lessow have?

Dr. Alexa Lessow is certified by American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Alexa Lessow?

Dr. Alexa Lessow frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, ENT Consultation, ENT Emergency Visit, Hearing Problems, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Alexa Lessow on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Alexa Lessow speak?

Dr. Alexa Lessow speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Alexa Lessow in reviews?

629 patients have reviewed Dr. Alexa Lessow. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.94/5. They have a 4.96/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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