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Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD

(74 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

University of Düsseldorf Faculty of Medicine

Professional interests include: hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), endocrine diseases (hormone disorders), galactorrhea (nipple discharge), and more.

5 E 98th Street
New York, NY 10029

(212) 241-3422

Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD is an endocrinologist in New York, NY specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from University of Düsseldorf Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System.

Office Locations

1 Gustave L Levy Place
New York, NY 10029

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5 E 98th Street
New York, NY 10029

(212) 241-3422

(212) 423-0508

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Mount Sinai Health System

Town of Marcy, NY 10029

(212) 241-3422

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Some issues Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“Ronald Tamler, MD, Endocrinologist at the Mount Sinai Diabetes Center, who did not work on the study, told Newsweek the research backs up existing studies which have suggested that both low...”—"Erectile Dysfunction Linked to Higher Risk of Death, Cardiovascular Disease", Newsweek, April 2020

“"The number [of diagnoses] has been rising steadily over the last 20 years, but no one knows exactly why," says Dr. Ronald Tamler, director of the Mount Sinai Clinical Diabetes Institute.”—"No one knows why more adults are getting this kids' disease", Fox News, July 2016

“"Written glucose logs, some research postulates, are inaccurate or falsified up to 50% of the time," said Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD, CDE, clinical director of the Mount Sinai Diabetes Center and...”—"Sixty-Three Percent of Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Can't Send their Glucose Test Results to their Provider", Fox31 Denver, February 2016

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	76
doctor visit	207
hospital care	84
inpatient care	84

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	81
doctor visit	160
hospital care	115
inpatient care	115

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	106
Female	103

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	107
Black	46
Hispanic	36
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	22
Less than 65	50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	75
Dementia	14
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2014 were blood draw, hospital care, inpatient care and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	98
doctor visit	194
hospital care	81
inpatient care	81
preventive care	11
vaccines	11

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	80

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	102
Black	38
Hispanic	23
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	67
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	15
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	75
Dementia	12
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2015 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	99
doctor visit	197

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	148
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	188
Black	38
Hispanic	36
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	118
From 75 to 84	76
85 and over	40
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	75
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2016 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	101
doctor visit	141

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	48

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	76
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	17
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	75
Dementia	11
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2017 were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	31
diabetes management	41
doctor visit	158
lab tests	41
preventive care	41

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	47

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	86
Black	0
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	58
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	75
Dementia	13
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2018 were lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	55
doctor visit	230
lab tests	55
preventive care	55

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	64

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	102
Black	19
Hispanic	22
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	79
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	14
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD in 2018

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	75
Dementia	13
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	354
hospital care	16
inpatient care	16

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	133
Female	113

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	125
Black	51
Hispanic	47
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	117
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	19
Less than 65	51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	70
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	75
Dementia	11
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	245

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	107
Female	71

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	100
Black	32
Hispanic	20
Asian	13
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	13
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	65
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	75
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2021 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	41
doctor visit	265

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	97
Female	63

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	97
Black	20
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	90
From 75 to 84	40
85 and over	13
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD in 2021

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	74
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2022 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	27
doctor visit	128

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	72
Female	29

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	61
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	54
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	75
Dementia	0
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and lab tests.

blood draw	69
diabetes management	48
doctor visit	207
hospital care	74
inpatient care	74
lab tests	48
preventive care	35
vaccines	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	68

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	23
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	94
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	21
Other	2

**Age**
75 to 84	40
85 and over	13
Less than 65	26
65 to 74	73

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD treated were diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	68
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Education & Training

Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD graduated from University of Düsseldorf Faculty of Medicine. He completed residency at Boston Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: University of Düsseldorf Faculty of Medicine

Residency: Boston Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mount Sinai Health System

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD appears to accept the following insurance providers: MagnaCare, Elderplan, EmblemHealth, WellCare, Oscar, Fidelis Care, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Cigna, 1199SEIU, Healthfirst Medicare, MetroPlus Health, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Centivo, Medicare - NY, AETNA - Medicare, Oxford - Freedom and Liberty, Medicare - NJ, AETNA - Commercial and VNSNY Choice Medicare.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD accepts the following insurance providers:

MagnaCare

Elderplan

EmblemHealth

WellCare

Oscar

Fidelis Care

United Healthcare

Medicaid

Cigna

1199SEIU

Healthfirst Medicare

MetroPlus Health

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

Centivo

Medicare - NY

AETNA - Medicare

Oxford - Freedom and Liberty

Medicare - NJ

AETNA - Commercial

VNSNY Choice Medicare

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 74 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD from all over the web to help you find the right in New York, NY.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ronald Tamler, MD, PhD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
GENZYME CORPORATION	$110 TOUJEO $110
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$50 $50
Boston Scientific Corporation	$24 ELUVIA $24
Amgen Inc.	$11 $11

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$110
Compensation for serving as faculty or as a speaker for a non-accredited and noncertified continuing education program	$50
Food and Beverage	$35

Biography

Dr. Ronald Tamler practices adult endocrinology in New York, NY and Town of Marcy, NY. Dr. Tamler (or staff) speaks the following languages: Hebrew, German, and French. Areas of expertise for Dr. Tamler include vitamin D deficiency, erectile dysfunction (impotence), and gynecomastia. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai Health System. He graduated from the University of Düsseldorf Faculty of Medicine. For his residency, Dr. Tamler trained at Boston Medical Center. His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). He accepts Fidelis Care, Elderplan, Healthfirst, and more. He has received the following distinction: New York Super Doctors.