Dr. Arthur Lester, MD

Dr. Arthur Lester, MD

Ear, Nose & Throat Doctor
603.0 mi · 264 Boyden Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040

At a glance

4.65 stars (26 reviews)
93% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 1 insurances
Medicare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Università degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia
Works at Empire Medical Associates
4 office locations
4.65
26 reviews
Bedside manner
4.6
Wait time
4.0

Recent reviews

Dr.Lester was so sweet and very knowledgeable on all things related to his field. He was very comforting and his bedside manner was superb. He was also very gentle with my procedure and quick! The wait time was a little longer than i would have preferred but once I got to see the doctor, he was absolutely worth the wait. Thank you Dr.Lester!
Verified patient
Dr Arthur Lester was professional, he explained his diagnosis with an anology and made sure, I understood the diagnosis
Verified patient

Office locations

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Empire Medical Associates
597.1 mi · 264 Boyden Ave, Maplewood, NJ, 07040
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Empire Medical Associates
603.0 mi · 5 Franklin Ave, Ste 302, Belleville, NJ, 07109

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In-network insurances

Medicare
Medicare

Popular visit reasons

Abscess
Allergy Consultation
ENT Consultation
ENT Emergency Visit
Ear Infection
Hearing Problems
Rhinoplasty
Sleep Problems
Abscess
Allergy Consultation
ENT Consultation
ENT Emergency Visit

More about Dr. Arthur Lester, MD

Dr. Arthur Lester is a diligent and caring ear, nose & throat doctor serving the communities of Maplewood, Springfield Township, and Belleville, NJ. Dr. Lester attended the Università degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency in otolaryngology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He completed another residency in otolaryngology and fellowship in ear, nose and throat at United Hospital. He has also completed an internship at Queens Hospital Center. Dr. Lester is a part of Empire Medical and is affiliated with Clara Maass Medical Center in NJ. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and is a member of the New Jersey Medical Group Management Association. Dr. Lester’s clinical interests include chronic and acute ear infections, tonsillitis, throat pain, neck cancer, and melanoma. He has treated and managed a diverse range of medical dysfunctions. Dr. Lester is devoted to ensuring the longevity of his patients’ health and developing long-lasting relationships with them. He takes his time to understand symptoms and give correct diagnoses to ensure the continued health of all his patients.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Università degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia
Queens Hospital Center (Internship)
Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Residency in Otolaryngology
United Hospital, Residency in Otolaryngology
United Hospital, Fellowship in Ear, Nose and Throat

Practice

Empire Medical Associates

Affiliation

Clara Maass Medical Center

Certifications

American Board of Otolaryngology

Professional memberships

New Jersey Medical Group Management Association

Awards and publications

Laser Committee - Clara Maass – Chair

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1528028347

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.65
Wait time
3.96
Bedside manner
4.64
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Dr Arthur Lester was professional, he explained his diagnosis with an anology and made sure, I understood the diagnosis
Verified patient
He's very attentive and thorough... Will continue to follow up with him
Verified patient
I have visited Dr Lester 3 times now. I don't know why I continued to torture myself after the 2nd visit, but...you learn. His office in Maplewood has an absolutely terrible parking situation, and Dr. Lesters bedside manner leaves a LOT to be desired. Don't go here if you want a Doctor that explains things to you without pushing the idea that you could obtain a life threatening illness and die for simple issues. His nursing staff is fantastic though. Fantastic. I wish them all the best and really wish I could see them elsewhere.
Dr.Lester was so sweet and very knowledgeable on all things related to his field. He was very comforting and his bedside manner was superb. He was also very gentle with my procedure and quick! The wait time was a little longer than i would have preferred but once I got to see the doctor, he was absolutely worth the wait. Thank you Dr.Lester!
Verified patient
Dr. Lester is a great doctor. He is knowledgeable and caring about his patients. However, his office staff is unprofessional, unorganized, and uncaring. I had to call numerous times in order to have a revised prescription faxed to the medical facility. In the end, Dr. Lester's office never sent the revised prescription to the medical imaging office and I ended up canceling my appointment with Dr. Lester and booking with a different doctor.
Verified patient
Very nice guy and very thorugh
Verified patient
My review is likely biased by the very lengthy wait time on my one visit - at least an hour plus a good 20 min in one of his exam rooms waiting while he was caring for another patient. Dr. Lester treated my issue effectively without any discomfort. He is very down-to-earth with a shake of the hand and a "Nice to meet you." I'd probably go back to him, if necessary, although I wish that the wait had been quite a bit shorter!
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Great profesional with positive attitude.
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Excellent.
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Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Arthur Lester affiliated with?

Dr. Arthur Lester is affiliated with Clara Maass Medical Center.

What practice does Dr. Arthur Lester work with?

Dr. Arthur Lester works with Empire Medical Associates.

Where is Dr. Arthur Lester's office located?

Dr. Arthur Lester has 4 office locations, including in Maplewood and Belleville, view full addresses on Dr. Lester's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Arthur Lester have?

Dr. Arthur Lester is certified by American Board of Otolaryngology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Arthur Lester?

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

What languages does Dr. Arthur Lester speak?

Dr. Arthur Lester speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Arthur Lester in reviews?

26 patients have reviewed Dr. Arthur Lester. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.65/5. They have a 4.64/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.96/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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