Tepfenhardt Lisa MD

Anesthesiologists rarely get the spotlight, but their work keeps surgeries smooth and patients comfortable. Tepfenhardt Lisa MD practices in the medical corridors of Kips Bay, where First Avenue hums with hospital traffic and the occasional siren. The office sits at 550 1st Ave # R607, New York, NY 10016, tucked into a building that’s seen generations of pre-op nerves and post-op relief.

This specialty isn’t about flashy tools or dramatic moments—it’s precision, timing, and quiet confidence. Anesthesiologists manage everything from general anesthesia to regional blocks, ensuring pain stays controlled without overshadowing the surgeon’s focus. When procedures require sedation, nerve blocks, or epidurals, their role becomes the invisible backbone of the operating room.

Kips Bay blends academic medicine with neighborhood grit, and the rhythm here feels different from Midtown’s tourist pulse. Patients come for consults before joint replacements, spinal surgeries, or complex reconstructions, often referred by surgeons who trust the consistency of the care. The details matter: monitoring vitals, adjusting doses, and anticipating complications before they arise.

If you need to reach the office, call (212) 263-2824. For directions, the map is here: https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c2590f09470bcd:0x65ea297c31130c73. No frills, just the essentials.