Carnegie Hill charms with elegant brownstones, museum mile treasures, and tranquil parks—your healthcare should mirror that sophistication. Baker Health blends top-tier hospital-trained physicians with neighborhood warmth, offering primary care, urgent care, and pediatric services minutes from the Cooper Hewitt, Bloomingdale’s, and Central Park. Envision a morning stroll past the Met, a leisurely coffee on Madison Avenue, and a late-morning wellness check at Baker Health—all woven seamlessly into your day. That is the refined, personalized care you’ll find at your local “doctor near me.”
Carnegie Hill (ZIP Code 10028) attracts art aficionados, families, and fitness devotees seeking proactive, convenient care. Recent NYC health surveys highlight cardiovascular conditioning, mind-body classes, and same-day urgent care as neighborhood must-haves. Baker Health meets these with weekend pop-up clinics at museum plazas, targeted wellness workshops, extended evening hours, and on-demand telehealth visits—bringing top doctors directly to your doorstep.
Dr. Auda specializes in preventive health and lifestyle medicine, blending data-driven insights with compassionate conversation. He hosts quarterly health talks at museum venues and uses wearable analytics to tailor each care plan. Patients commend his holistic coaching approach, which integrates nutritional guidance, stress-management strategies, and digital health monitoring. His office hours include dedicated lifestyle-counseling slots, ensuring you have time to discuss both medical and wellness goals.
A family- and sports-medicine expert, Dr. Mahmood treats running injuries, back strain, and acute conditions. His same-day urgent-care services and rehabilitation partnerships keep you moving comfortably through the neighborhood’s elegant avenues. He conducts injury-prevention workshops in local fitness studios and offers follow-up telehealth consults to track recovery progress. Patients value his detailed exercise protocols and collaborative approach with physical therapists.
Celebrated for his engaging, child-focused approach, Dr. Baker turns pediatric visits into confidence-building experiences. From well-checks to sports physicals, he emphasizes growth, development, and mental wellness, with quick messaging support for parents. He hosts monthly virtual Q&A sessions for caregivers on topics from sleep hygiene to nutrition. His clinic features interactive learning corners, making visits both educational and entertaining for children.
Fluent in English, Spanish, and Mandarin, Dr. Leshchiner crafts personalized plans for multicultural families. She leads interactive workshops at community centers, covering allergy management, developmental milestones, and nutrition. She integrates behavioral health screenings into routine visits to support emotional well-being. Families appreciate her post-visit summaries and access to bilingual educational resources.
General Health Assessments - Complete head-to-toe exams with onsite labs, imaging, and wearable-device integration. Physicians perform in-depth risk analyses—addressing genetics, lifestyle, environment, and neighborhood-specific factors—and deliver personalized action plans with follow-up coordination. Detailed health reports and direct messaging keep you engaged in your care, while annual reassessments track progress across key metrics.
Preventive Care - Scheduled screenings and immunizations with digital reminders and weekend clinics for convenience. Virtual pre-visit consultations optimize your in-person time by reviewing histories and lab results in advance. Our preventive programs include workshops on stress management, sleep hygiene, and nutrition, with wellness incentives and app-based adherence tracking.
Personalized Nutrition Plans - Registered dietitians develop meal strategies inspired by local markets, museum cafés, and your dietary goals. Plans include quarter reviews, easy grocery lists, and cooking demos at neighborhood venues. Continuous dietary coaching through our app and interactive market tours make healthy eating both practical and enjoyable.
Exercise Assessment and Planning - Customized fitness regimens for Central Park laps, boutique studio classes, or home workouts—monitored via wearable tech. Sports-medicine specialists and certified trainers collaborate to prevent injury, enhance biomechanics, and boost performance. Community group runs along Fifth Avenue and one-on-one coaching sessions ensure your regimen evolves with your lifestyle.
Holistic Approaches - Integrative therapies—acupuncture, meditation coaching, and botanical supplements—vetted by our clinical board for safety and efficacy. Monthly mindfulness and sound-healing sessions at museum plazas complement private consultations. Workshops on herbal remedy preparation and guided park meditation foster mind-body balance, with ongoing follow-up to adjust your plan.
Mental Health Services - Onsite therapists and virtual counselors offering CBT, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and creative-arts therapy. Evening and weekend availability ensures mental wellness fits around cultural events and academic schedules. Integrated mental-health check-ins during primary visits track emotional metrics alongside physical health. Crisis support pathways provide immediate assistance when needed, and digital mood-tracking tools help chart progress.
Chronic Disease Management - Remote monitoring for diabetes, hypertension, and asthma through smart devices, with real-time data alerts sent to your care team. Personalized medication adjustments minimize complications, while educational workshops and peer-support groups empower self-management. Our multidisciplinary case-review meetings ensure complex conditions receive coordinated, expert oversight.
Acute Illness & Injury Treatment - Walk-in urgent care stations for colds, infections, and minor injuries, complete with same-day labs and imaging. Follow-up telehealth visits and detailed home-care guides support rapid recovery. Onsite splinting, wound care, and sports-medicine consults address performance-related injuries, while weekend injury clinics provide robust support for active families.
Women’s Health Services - Annual exams, family planning, menopause support, and bone-density screenings, coordinated with OB-GYN partners. Pelvic-floor therapy, hormonal counseling, and monthly women’s wellness circles offer peer support and expert guidance. Educational webinars cover prenatal nutrition, reproductive health, and postmenopausal care with personalized coaching at every stage.
Men’s Health Services - Hormonal evaluations, cardiovascular screenings, and stress-management coaching tailored to varied lifestyles. Early-morning and weekend appointments accommodate busy professionals and educators. Group fitness seminars and nutrition workshops foster community wellness, while dedicated health coaches provide accountability and goal-setting support.
Pediatric Care - Growth tracking, immunizations, and tele-pediatrics in themed, child-friendly exam rooms equipped with interactive digital tools. Secure messaging offers parents immediate advice, and developmental screenings using ASQ-3 and M-CHAT catch delays early. Parenting workshops and collaborations with local schools extend supportive care beyond the clinic.
Geriatric Care - Comprehensive senior assessments, fall-prevention planning, and cognitive screenings in partnership with nearby senior centers. Home-visit options support patients with mobility constraints, ensuring continuity of care. Caregiver training programs and respite resources strengthen family support networks, while holistic aging plans address physical, mental, and social well-being.
Diagnostic Services - Onsite labs and imaging—ultrasound, X-ray, EKG, and point-of-care testing—deliver same-visit results for swift diagnosis. Integrated analytics track health trends, enabling physicians to proactively adjust care plans. Comprehensive diagnostic reports and physician consultations clarify findings, and routine quality audits maintain high standards.
Patient Education - Interactive workshops and digital resources covering heart health, diabetes management, and healthy cooking—hosted at community venues and online. Regular “Ask the Doctor” Q&A sessions and webinars empower patients with actionable insights. Customized learning modules address specific conditions and adapt to diverse learning styles.
Coordination of Care - Seamless referrals to Columbia, Mount Sinai, NYP, and other specialists, managed by our health-concierge team. From scheduling to insurance authorizations, we handle logistics so you focus on your wellness journey. Post-referral follow-ups and unified electronic records ensure continuous, coordinated care across all providers.
Wellness Checkups - Quarterly tune-ups focusing on sleep quality, stress resilience, and biometric screenings, accompanied by personalized goal-setting sessions. Flexibility to convert any checkup into urgent care ensures you’re covered for unexpected concerns. Health coaching follows each visit to sustain momentum between appointments.
Development Checks - Pediatric developmental screenings using ASQ-3 and M-CHAT tools, plus tailored at-home activity plans and telehealth follow-ups. Progress summaries and next-step recommendations guide families through each milestone in collaboration with speech and occupational therapists.
Nutrition Counseling - One-on-one sessions linking diet to energy, mood, and long-term goals. Guided tours of local markets and cooking demos equip you with practical skills, while integration with food-tracking apps reinforces habits. Specialized workshops on anti-inflammatory and heart-healthy diets round out our offerings.
Obesity Management - Multidisciplinary programs combining dietary coaching, exercise regimens, and behavioral therapy for sustainable weight loss. Medical weight management options supervised by top doctors are available, alongside group-support workshops. Digital dashboards track progress and motivate adherence through visual feedback.
Sports Physicals - Same-week clearances for school, community leagues, and boutique fitness studios, with baseline data storage for injury tracking. Executive and corporate physical packages cater to busy professionals seeking comprehensive health evaluations. Integration with wearable fitness platforms enables continuous performance monitoring.
Teen Wellness - Confidential visits addressing mental health, acne, and academic or artistic stress. Secure messaging and workshops on digital well-being equip teens for balanced development. Teen-focused wellness retreats blend experiential education with creative arts therapy.
Newborn Care - Comprehensive postnatal support including lactation consultation, jaundice assessments, and developmental guidance. Home-visit and virtual options offer flexibility for new families, and a 24/7 nurse hotline provides reassurance. Prenatal education sessions prepare expectant parents for every step of the journey.
Hearing & Vision Screening - Early detection services using child-friendly technology and advanced adult audiology. Onsite frame fitting, lens customization, and prompt referrals streamline sensory care. Annual sensory health fairs connect patients with experts and offer preventive screenings at discounted rates.
Infection & Allergy Management - Rapid testing for strep, flu, RSV, and COVID-19, plus allergy skin testing and immunotherapy protocols. App-based pollen and air-quality alerts guide outdoor activity planning. Seasonal workshops equip allergy sufferers with management strategies for optimal outdoor enjoyment.
Immunizations & Travel Medicine - Full-spectrum vaccination services for all ages, including travel vaccines such as yellow fever and typhoid. Digital immunization records simplify school, work, and travel documentation. Pre-travel consultations cover destination-specific advisories, preventive prescriptions, and health passports.
Sleep Consultation - In-clinic and at-home sleep studies, CBT-I therapy, and personalized coaching for insomnia and circadian rhythm optimization. Environmental assessments and follow-up monitoring enhance restorative rest. Integration with sleep-tracking devices supports data-driven sleep improvements.
Lactation Support - Certified lactation consultants offering in-person and virtual sessions, complete with lactation kits and weighted-feed assessments. Peer-support meetups and telelactation follow-ups ensure continuous guidance. Educational workshops cover breastfeeding best practices, pumping strategies, and return-to-work planning.
Safety & Home-Proofing Consulting - Virtual and in-home assessments to prevent falls, accidents, and neighborhood-specific hazards. Customized safety kits and caregiver workshops teach essential prevention strategies. Follow-up evaluations confirm implementation of recommendations and adapt as needs evolve.
Mind-Body & Spiritual Wellness - Programs integrating mindfulness, reiki, aromatherapy, and chaplaincy services. Reflective journaling sessions, museum-based art therapy, and guided park retreats foster holistic rejuvenation. Speaker series featuring wellness experts and interactive workshops enhance community engagement.
Whether you need last-minute medication guidance or pre-gala health tips, our secure portal connects you instantly with a doctor or nurse practitioner—day or night. Chat logs integrate into your health record for seamless continuity, and our team ensures every virtual interaction receives thorough follow-up. Performers, educators, and families rely on our on-demand support to stay healthy amidst busy schedules.
Online booking, same-day availability, and SMS alerts let you step off a museum tour or out of a dance rehearsal directly into care—no waiting-room delays. Evening and weekend hours cater to Carnegie Hill’s dynamic lifestyle, and patients consistently report average lobby wait times under four minutes, enabling a swift return to your day.
From rapid strep swabs to full metabolic panels, our in-house lab delivers results during your visit. Immediate access to ultrasound, X-ray, and EKG facilities accelerates diagnosis and treatment planning. Integrated analytics track health metrics over time, empowering clinicians to make proactive adjustments based on real-time data.
Use the “Book Now” feature on our website or app to select in-person or virtual visits and choose your provider—most patients secure a slot within 24 hours. Our concierge team via live chat is available to guide you to the appropriate service, whether you need routine care, urgent treatment, or pediatric consults. Reminder texts, calendar syncing, and easy rescheduling keep your health on track.
Yes—our Carnegie Hill clinic offers walk-in urgent-care visits until 10 p.m. on weekdays and maintains 24/7 virtual urgent-care consultations for immediate access. Onsite evening labs and imaging facilitate quick diagnostics, while care coordinators arrange follow-ups and specialty referrals as needed. In emergency situations, we direct you to the nearest hospital and transfer your records seamlessly.
Absolutely—our pediatricians provide telehealth check-ins for minor concerns like rashes or fevers and reserve same-day slots for vaccinations, well-checks, and sick visits. Themed exam rooms and interactive digital tools engage children, and secure messaging offers parents peace of mind. We collaborate with local schools for developmental screenings and health education, ensuring comprehensive community support.
We partner with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, and most major insurers to minimize your out-of-pocket expenses. Before your first visit, our billing team verifies benefits and provides transparent cost estimates. Flexible payment plans and self-pay options support uninsured and underinsured patients, ensuring access to quality care for all.
Yes—our integrative care model seamlessly combines acupuncture, herbal medicine, mindfulness coaching, and lifestyle interventions with conventional treatments. Your primary care physician oversees all modalities to ensure safety and synergy. Progress is tracked with measurable outcomes, and follow-up visits refine therapies for maximum benefit.
Routine lab tests such as CBCs, lipid panels, and strep screens are processed onsite within an hour, allowing same-visit discussion of results with your provider. Advanced imaging studies, including ultrasound and EKG, are reviewed by specialists and shared via your secure portal within 24 hours. Detailed reports include physician annotations and next-step recommendations for seamless follow-up care.
Your Baker Health physician initiates digital referrals to leading specialists at Columbia, Mount Sinai, NYP, and other trusted providers. Our care concierge team handles appointment scheduling, insurance pre-authorization, and transfer of medical records. You receive timely updates at each step, ensuring transparent coordination and minimal administrative burden.
We maintain hospital-grade HEPA filtration, mandatory PPE protocols, and rigorous sanitization between patients to minimize infection risk. Contactless check-in and virtual waiting rooms further reduce exposure. Rapid onsite testing for COVID-19, flu, and RSV provides immediate diagnosis and guidance, with clear isolation recommendations to protect your family and community.
Patients benefit from remote monitoring devices that transmit glucose and blood pressure readings directly to our care team. Regular virtual check-ins review trends and adjust medications proactively. We offer group workshops on diet, exercise, and stress management, complemented by individual coaching for sustained condition control.
Absolutely—virtual appointments cover primary care consults, urgent-care triage, pediatric follow-ups, and mental-health counseling. Secure video and messaging let you connect from home, work, or on the go. E-prescriptions, lab orders, and referrals are seamlessly integrated into telehealth visits, ensuring comprehensive care continuity.
Subway
Take the 4, 5, or 6 train to 86th Street, then walk west on 86th to Madison Avenue. Head south two blocks to 21 W End Ave, New York, NY 10028—our entrance is conveniently located with wheelchair-accessible ramps. The beautifully tree-lined blocks and landmark rowhouses make the short walk pleasant.
Bus
Catch the M86-SBS across town to Madison Avenue & 86th Street; disembark and walk south two blocks to 21 W End Ave, New York, NY 10028. Real-time bus tracking in our app helps you time your arrival, and sheltered bus stops provide seating and weather protection.
Bike
Cycle along the East Side Greenway to East 86th Street; dock your Citi Bike and head west to Madison Avenue, then south to 21 W End Ave. Indoor bike racks and complimentary helmet storage are available onsite. Nearby water fountains and repair stations support your ride.
Car
Set GPS to 21 W End Ave, New York, NY 10028. Street parking and garages on Madison Avenue and East 84th Street offer parking options; we validate parking for visits over one hour. Quick access via FDR Drive exit at East 86th Street keeps your commute efficient, even during peak hours.
From prompt urgent-care walk-ins to comprehensive primary and pediatric services, Baker Health brings exceptional, personalized care to Carnegie Hill. Schedule your appointment today to experience healthcare tailored to your neighborhood’s elegance and energy.
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