Herman P. Lam, MD

Chinatown’s streets hum with commerce and conversation, a neighborhood where old-world storefronts share sidewalks with new arrivals. Among them is Herman P. Lam, MD, an otolaryngologist whose practice sits above the fray on the fourth floor of 196 Canal Street. The specialty—ear, nose, and throat care—draws patients from across the borough, many navigating the same narrow staircases and elevator banks that serve the rest of the building’s tenants.

From sinus evaluations to hearing assessments, the office handles routine and complex cases without fanfare. Those needing directions can pull up a map; the address, New York, NY 10013, places it steps from the Manhattan Bridge’s western anchorage. Appointments move quickly, so calling (212) 433-3223 ahead saves time. It’s the kind of practice that doesn’t advertise—just answers the phone when someone asks for help.