Dr.Noah Scheinfeld, MD

Great doctor. He helped fix my baby’s severe eczema. Other doctors couldnt figure out a longterm solution but since I saw this doctor and followed his advice, my babys eczema hasnt come back. Im very grateful!!! I recommend this doctor to everyone who has skin issues! Also, the office is very clean and the staff is super friendly :)

This is my first review, so please bare with me. For years I suffered from a condition that no one could diagnose. After endless surgeries and treatments that failed a doctor finally diagnosed me with HS. After research and a few phone calls, Dr. Scheinfeld was highly recommended. I called to make an appointment. Not only did they fit me in within a week, but the doctor called me himself. Though my husband and I were a bit put off by his «superior attitude» and did find him quite rude, I stuck out the 1^st appointment and treatment. After all, I was there to get treatment not make friends. I made a follow up appointment, came home and researched him some more.
I already knew he was well published and intelligent. He also showed a great passion for treating HS and did spend over an hour with me. I wasn’t surprised when most of his reviews complained he was rude and lacked a bedside manner. I was shocked however that there was no mention of his medical treatments or outcomes. Needless to say this is what prompted this review.
I have had great results in just a few weeks. I ask that if you are serious about getting help then please give him a chance. while you’re at it Google him and research his studies. He is an extremely intelligent man and passionate about his field of study and research. He has made huge steps in treating HS. After the initial visit, I no longer find him rude. To me he is just one of those super intelligent people who is all about his business and not so much small talk. Works for me. I want medical treatment not an afternoon social. I am very pleased.

I’m in my mid-​thirties and have recently (last 4 months) been suffering from what I consider mild/​moderate adult acne that another well-​known dermatologist in the midtown area mis-diagnosed…twice. After I went back for a second appointment, Dr #1 simply told me that I had not been using the medication long enough (meanwhile it was clearly making my condition worse). I suffered through a vacation over the holidays embarrassed to go out for coffee or relax poolside without makeup. It was then that I began researching the best NYC derm. I used the usual top-​10 lists and cross-​referenced education, length of time practicing, location, etc. Dr. Scheinfeld seemed overqualified (which was exactly what I was looking for), and I was not disappointed. I was able to get an appointment within the first week back in the new year, and within 7 days of seeing him, my face had improved dramatically. He listened to what medications didn’t work for me & gave me insight to several causes of my condition. He prescribed 2 medications, but more importantly he wanted to see me back in a week. Derm #1 wanted me to wait one month which turned into 7 weeks due to her busy schedule. I’ve found that my skin can be tricky, and it may take some time to find a regimen that works, but even slight improvements should be obvious in the morning. I was glad Dr. Scheinfeld wanted to see me within a week in case we hadn’t found the right solution. Bottom line — Dr. Scheinfeld is very knowledgeable and was able to treat my acne. I will definitely continue to see him in the future.

I wish I could give negative stars! What a dismissive rude guy!!! I went in with my baby with many concerns. One area of concern was his chest and back which I stated. He didn’t even let me undress him so that he could see what I was dealing with. He came in took a hard Q-​tip rubbed very hard on his face and off he went. He was in and out in less than 2 mins and never came back! I actually sat there waiting for him to actually do an exam on my 2 month old, but someone from support staff came in and said «are you still here?» WHAT??? What about an exam that you charged my insurance plan for? What a waste of my time! I am sure these 5 star reviews are friends of his! Shame on you!

Dr. Scheinfeld is a real dermatologist. No wonder he is a published researcher, totally up to date. I am surprised to see some of these reviews. I want a dermatologist that gets it right.
I have been seeing Noah for many years and he is on it! Very, very generous with samples.
Does not offer me anything unnecessary which I appreciate. Appearance oriented without being pretentious. He is the dermatologist for me.
His staff is excellent and appointments are on time.

A new Unilocal page under derm instead of doctor deosn’t let you hide.

I have only seen Dr. Scheinfeld once, but am so glad I made the long trip to his office. I am suffering with a condition that has turned out to be a very difficult diagnostic challenge and have seen dozens of doctors. Most are not adept diagnosticians and when you have something unusual, you really need someone intelligent, thoughtful and proactive. In the brief time I spent with Dr. Scheinfeld, I found him to be respectful and intuitive. He listened carefully, had thoughts the other doctors hadn’t considered, and moved quickly to exploratory work. I could not be more pleased and encouraged. I am hopeful that at long last, some answers will be forthcoming and would recommend Dr. Scheinfeld to anyone seeking the Best Of in a dermatologist.

If I could give zero stars I would. I have never been this upset or disappointed in a doctor. Not only is he unresponsive, his staff is so unprofessional. You leave messages with the staff and no one replies. When you are a doctor and your oath is to help people you shouldn’t leave them out to dry.

Dr. Noah Scheinfeld is a genious. He’s the dermatologist who has written the text books. He is such a helpful and caring dermatologist. When I came to him my hands were in a lot of pain. He told me he would figure it out. I have been to dozens and dozens of dermatologists, specialists and allergy specialists my whole life to try and treat atopic dermatitous, eczema and allergic skin conditions that I have suffered with since I was an infant. Within a week my skin rashes were clear without the use of cortisone creams or steroids. Dr. Scheinfeld uses a light therapy machine to heal the skin. He is one of the only doctors in NYC that uses this particular laser light therapy machine. The machine also treats psoriasis and vitaligo. I feel that other people should know about him and this treatment. His staff is also SUPER nice and efficient w/​everything. I finally found my dermatologist!!!

Dr. Scheinfeld and his staff were friendly enough but certainly work in a professional manner. After examining my skin, he offered me some over the counter options and said if it doesn’t help he could always phone in something prescription level for me to try. No unnecessary forms to fill out and certainly no surgical consent forms. After the examination he even offered Q&A in case i had any other questions while I had his attention.
These other reviews leave me a I’m a bit confused by some of these patients who seemed reluctant to ask questions and request a better understanding of their own procedures and their insurance coverage before allowing treatment to begin.
I can see why he’s probably a bit nerdy for some, but aside from his staff being a bit too eager to call in my prescription to a specific pharmacy, I found him to be efficient and helpful.

I have seen Dr. Scheinfeld a number of times now. I went for Eczema and acne which have gone unsuccessfully treated by a number of dermatologists for years now. He was the first to suggest that it is something environmental (contact dermatitis caused by a common allergy) rather than eczema. Other derms just gave me a steroid Rx and didn’t think much more about it. I do have an allergy and that was the cause of the problem. Years at doctors offices and $$$ down the drain on expensive creams when all I had to do was get one test and learn what to stay away from. I wish I had gone to see him ten years ago!
I find him competent, capable and thorough. That is exactly what I look for (as most should) in a doctor. That is why the negative reviews about his ‘personality” seem rather silly. You are seeing them because they have information you need. If that information was given to you clearly, accurately and results in improvement… that should be all that counts. If you think he is rushing you, then be your own advocate, speak up and ask your questions. He will answer them obligingly.
They are flexible with appointments, you never have to wait long. The staff is efficient and go the extra mile to make things smooth and easy for you.

What a strange encounter with this terribly unpleasant man. Dr. Scheinfeld did not introduce himself as he strutted into the examining room. I have never encountered a physician with this level of grandiosity, condescension, contempt, and disinterest.
Forms appeared and disappeared. «Sign here, sign there.» He allocated no time for reading forms before I was to sign them. I should have insisted, but one hesitates when the physician is armed with a hypodermic needle and scalpel.
Dr. Scheinfeld sliced off something – I think I may never know what it was – and wrote a prescription to be «taken as directed.» Thanks to an assistant who asked, «how is he to take this drug,» and to myself for asking «how long should I take it?,» I knew what to do.
Dr. Scheinfeld advised me to schedule a series of ongoing appointments to address a host of unnamed issues. Based on what I perceived to be a greater interest in money than in my well-​being, I decided not to return.
I will remember Dr. Scheinfeld because I have never encountered a physician with such a peculiar – and offensive – sense of entitlement.

I really disliked my experience with Dr. Schienfeld. He rushes through every appointment like he is late for the next one even though there is no one else waiting to see him. You spend more time with the assistant and the assistant listens to you more than the doctor does. He speeds talk the prescription he is going to give you to his assistant and in the end its the assistant explaining to you what you need to do and when you need to take the medication. Oh, and just before he leaves the less than 5min consultation with you, he makes you sign this consent form stating that he is going to touch you face and it may leave scars. If you don’t sign it, he doesn’t do anything. If you do sign it, then he gets this metal stick and starts scratching up your face. Its quite painful and I let him know. He apologized and then stopped. The only good thing about this experience is that the office is clean and the receptionists are nice and will tell you how you need to take the prescription. I didn’t go to see a doctor so that i could be treated by his assistants. In spite of all this, I gave him a month and I saw no improvement with any of the prescriptions he provided. Awful experience and definitely had better with my last doctor. Unfortunately she is in another state far from where I am now. :(