Contact & Appointment Information
Cardiology – Starr Pavilion
520 East 70th Street, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10021
Phone: (212) 746-2169
Department: Cardiac Electrophysiology
About Dr. Bruce B. Lerman, M.D.
Advanced Treatments and Procedures
Dr. Bruce B. Lerman does many key procedures:
Catheter Ablation
A low-cut method to remove bad electrical paths in the heart.
Implantable Devices Pacemakers Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) Cardiac resynchronization therapy devices
These help patients with bad rhythms or heart failure.
A Pioneer in Cardiac Research
Dr. Bruce B. Lerman treats patients and drives science forward. His studies changed views on heart rhythm issues.
Research Contributions 200+ original publications 60 book chapters 2 authored books
His efforts span years and shape practice and study.
Key Discoveries
Dr. Bruce B. Lerman’s work sparked big finds:
Electrophysiologic Mechanisms of Adenosine
He showed how adenosine changes heart rhythm. Doctors use this knowledge today.
Current-Based Defibrillation
He advanced ways to use electric current better for defibrillation. Results improved.
Mechanoelectrical Feedback
He proved heart’s mechanical stress can start risky arrhythmias.
A New Paradigm in Ventricular Tachycardia
Dr. Bruce B. Lerman made a major mark on ventricular outflow tract tachycardia.
His lab found:
Key body mutations in the cAMP signaling path A fresh cause for some ventricular tachycardias
This shifted views to genes and molecules for arrhythmia starts.
Innovation and Patents
Dr. Bruce B. Lerman holds four patents. They turn science into real fixes.
These aid:
Better diagnostic tools Stronger treatments Better patient results
Leadership in Academic Medicine
For almost 30 years, Dr. Lerman led Cardiology as Chief. He ran a top national program.
His duties covered:
Building clinical programs Training doctors and researchers Pushing academic goals
He still shapes doctors he trained.
Editorial and Professional Contributions
Dr. Lerman guides science talk through editing.
He sits on boards for key journals, such as:
Circulation Heart Rhythm Journal of Cardiac Electrophysiology
He helps write exams for the American Board of Internal Medicine. This sets standards for new experts.
Awards and Recognition
Many honors mark Dr. Lerman’s work:
Castle Connolly Top Doctor U.S. News & World Report Best Doctors American Heart Association Established Investigator Award American College of Cardiology Young Investigators Award
He ranks high on lists like:
New York Magazine Best Doctors New York Times Super Doctors
A Patient-Centered Philosophy
Dr. Lerman puts patients first despite his success.
His methods include: Custom treatment plans Care for long life and good days Clear talks with patients Kind, full-body care
He knows arrhythmia fixes go beyond rhythm. They build back trust and health.
Multidisciplinary Care at NewYork-Presbyterian
At NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Dr. Lerman teams up with:
Cardiologists Surgeons Imaging experts Heart failure specialists
This group work brings:
Right diagnosis Full treatment Better results
Accessibility and Modern Care
Video Visits Available
Dr. Lerman does virtual visits for easy expert help.
Insurance Coverage
He takes major plans like:
Aetna Cigna United Healthcare Medicare and Medicaid
Check details with his office.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Bruce B. Lerman
Patients pick Dr. Lerman for:
Years of experience Field leadership Key research Top treatments Kind care
A Lasting Legacy in Cardiology
Dr. Lerman’s path shows big wins and field impact.
His gifts:
Boosted science knowledge Raised patient care Guided new doctors
Final Thoughts
Bruce B. Lerman, M.D., leads cardiac electrophysiology.
His research and long clinical skill changed arrhythmia care. His work sparks new ideas, better results, and future heart medicine.
For tough arrhythmias, Dr. Lerman gives skill, fresh ideas, and hope.
FAQs
Q. What is Dr. Lerman’s specialty?
Cardiac electrophysiology and care for arrhythmias.
Q. What is mechanoelectrical feedback?
A process where heart stress sparks arrhythmias.
Q. Why choose Dr. Lerman?
Expert, advanced, kind heart care.
Q. What is catheter ablation?
A low-risk procedure to fix faulty heart rhythms.
Q. What is ventricular tachycardia?
A fast heart rhythm that can threaten life.