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Sheldon L. Axelrod, MD

Sheldon L. Axelrod, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Urology

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

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69 reviews

    • Reviewed on Jul 25, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Wrong antibiotic without follow up which is not usually the case. He's great

    • Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026
    • Verified Review

    High degree of care from Dr Axelrod and staff

    • Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He seemed very acknowledge Abel and thorough had great bedside manner

    • Reviewed on Jul 17, 2026
    • Verified Review

    great caring doc

    • Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I would like a more thorough exam. For example a psa blood test

    • Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Thorough, nice, takes time to discuss things

    • Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Seems quite knowledgeable and easy to communicate with

    • Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very helpful. Responsive to needs. Clear about follow-up. Successfully addressed a serious issue.

    • Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Axelrod explained clearly and his expertise gives patients options

    • Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Axelrod and his staff are extremely knowledgeable and professional. I would recommend them all highly.

    • Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Knowledge and efficiency of his practice. He does an excellent job of explaining procedures and making me feel confident about procedures and any plan for my needs. He is he best.

    • Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Easy to talk to, and he explains everything

    • Reviewed on May 30, 2026
    • Verified Review

    good service

    • Reviewed on May 29, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He seems knowledgeable and caring.

    • Reviewed on May 24, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He was very good

    • Reviewed on May 23, 2026
    • Verified Review

    If you have to have cancer this is the doctor to go through it with. He is the consummate professional with a heart and humanity.

    • Reviewed on May 22, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Have been his patient for 26 years

    • Reviewed on May 15, 2026
    • Verified Review

    pleasant experience Explained everything thoroughly

    • Reviewed on May 13, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very attentive and knowledgeable. Stays on top of medical condition.

    • Reviewed on May 10, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He has been my Dr. re his specialty and provided the correct recommendation for me to follow for many, many years.

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  • About Sheldon L. Axelrod, MD

    Dr. Sheldon Axelrod is a board-certified urologist who received his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his training at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center. He has served as Chief of Urology at Northern Westchester Hospital and has been recognized as a Top Doctor by Westchester Magazine and U.S. News & World Report.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Axelrod emphasizes early screening, patient education, and compassionate care.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Urology

    Licenses

    NY, 155914

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    CareMount

    NPI

    1528140217

  • Insurance Accepted

    This list is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current plans accepted by the provider. Optum accepts most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm your coverage, eligibility, and the provider's participation in your plan.

    • 1199
    • Aetna
    • Affinity
    • Anthem BCBS
    • CDPHP
    • CHN
    • Centivo
    • Cigna
    • Coventry
    • EmblemHealth
    • First Health
    • Healthfirst
    • Humana
    • MVP Healthcare
    • MagnaCare
    • Medicaid
    • Medicare
    • MetroPlus
    • MultiPlan
    • NYSHIP
    • Northwell Direct
    • Oscar
    • Oxford
    • TRICARE
    • UMR
  • Education

    Medical School

    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine

    Residency

    • New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

  • Awards and Publications