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Alan J. Schecter

Alan J. Schecter, MD

4.9220 ratings, 24 reviews

Pulmonary Critical CarePulmonologyCritical Care Medicine

Catholic Health Physician Partners
Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Locations

  1. Pulmonology, Massapequa
  2. Pulmonology, Ambulatory Care at Lake Success

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Pul. & Critical Care, 1981
  • Medical School: State University of New York-Down State Medical College, 1976

Board Certifications

  • Sleep Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2011
  • Critical Care Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1997
  • Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1982
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1979

Insurance

Before your appointment, please confirm with your insurance company that this provider accepts your insurance.
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  • Aetna Medicare PPO
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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

220 ratings, 24 reviews

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Likelihood of recommending this provider
Search reviews
    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    All good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Very pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Dr. Schecter is a gem, a rare ans. I trust him with my life & I come from a family of doctors. Very clear, concise communication ______ a caring doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Dr schecter is so helpful and tries everything to help improve your health. Fabulous Dr, so caring!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Dr. Schecter is one of the few doctors that I would recommend

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Doctor was very professional , listens well , and easy to understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    All good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    All good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Again, Dr. Schecter was excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Excellent visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2025

    Dr. Schecter is always professional and gives me good advice and care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Dr. Schecter has kept me on the most up to date medications and is always available by phone to talk to me when needed. Everything is explained to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Dr. Schecter was very good to deal with. He listened, explained everything in language that I can understand and presented next steps in my treatment that made sense. I also found him to be very empathetic and compassionate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    Very pleased.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/21/2025

    No bad experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    Got Dr. Schecter it's a wonderful day.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Extremely empathic and sat down eye level to talk which truly makes you feel valued.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Dr. Schecter is the absolute best! I always feel so comfortable when I speak with him. He is an expert in his field. He has a wonderful bedside manner as well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Very pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Dr. Schecter is a gem!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    Great experience [...]

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    Dr. Schecter excellent