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Benjamin Daniel Wind, DO

Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine

Provider Groups

  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact

518-438-4496
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact
518-438-4496

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Pulmonary & Critical Care Services

5 Palisades Dr
Ste 100
Albany , NY 12205

View hours
Monday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:30am - 4:30pm

Additional Resources

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (2006)

Internship:
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth - Charette Health Care Center (2007)

Residency:
Icahn School of Medicine at St. Luke's Roosevelt H (2013)

Fellowship:
Hahnemann University Hospital (2016)

Board Certifications

Critical Care Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (2016)

Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (2015)

Provider Groups

Innovative Health Alliance of New York

SPHP Medical Associates

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(214 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

183 Reviews

10/31/2024

Great care

10/24/2024

Excellent

09/18/2024

Impressed with his "bedside manner"

09/05/2024

Dr. Wind provides excellent care and does really care for his patients. He always takes the time to answer questions and explain what I need to know.

08/30/2024

Dr. Wind took the time to listen to my concerns and did not rush the appointment.

08/13/2024

The nurse was also very kind.

08/09/2024

Dr Wind is hands down, the best MD as pulmonary patient could have for treatment and support.

08/05/2024

would recommend to anyone

08/01/2024

Excellent

07/31/2024

There is not a thing that needs to be improved. If you keep the office running the way it is, then you have many satisfied patients.

07/23/2024

Dr. Wind is so positive that he had me leaving there feeling maybe I can get some of my life back again.

05/30/2024

Dr Wind explains things very well I understand my disease process so much better after I see him. Also this time both of my hearing aid's were not working so I asked him to speak up which he did what was different was that he kept his voice raised through the whole visit - usually a pe

05/14/2024

My appt was not rushed and time was taken to answer my concerns

05/07/2024

I feel I truly get the best possible care from Dr. Wind and the practice.

05/06/2024

Dr. Wind is the best!!!!

05/03/2024

I like the holistic approach used by Dr. Wind

05/02/2024

all went well

04/25/2024

Was happy with the write up of the office visit that the doctor discussed with me. To look at and say ok that’s what the doctor said.

04/17/2024

Anazing

04/16/2024

I feel that Dr. Wind truly cares for my well-being. That said, I wish he was available more!

04/12/2024

This was the first time I was at this office and I have to say it was a very good experience because of the excellent care I receive.

04/09/2024

Exceptional people

04/02/2024

Dr Wind was exceptional with my inquires - comfortable experience - a 5 star Dr.

04/01/2024

All explanations were handled professionally and in a manner to be understood by both of us. Dr Wind was kind and knowledgeable. We left with feelings of hope instead of despair.

03/19/2024

I felt very comfortable with the care and concern concern about my health

03/18/2024

Great practice!

03/07/2024

I did not find him warm nor really caring. Very clinical, gave too much information & used too much technical language, did not seem interested in my concerns. I am considering looking for another specialist in pulmonary hypertension.

02/15/2024

The best.

02/01/2024

I felt confident with his diagnosis and treatment plan.

02/01/2024

Listened to myself and daughter

01/29/2024

Felt my case and needs received very satisfactory attention.

01/29/2024

Very professional, knowledgeable.

01/26/2024

I’m very pleased with this practice. There is a short wait time and everyone is pleasant and competent. Dr. Wind is very good at explaining things in a way I understand and i have confidence in him.

01/26/2024

Dr. Wind takes all the time you need to explain things and I always leave there feeling so much better that I know what is going on with my conditions.

01/26/2024

Dr Wind is the best Dr.! We tell all our friends and family

01/16/2024

Very down to earth doctor

01/11/2024

Dr. Wind is extraordinary. Explained complex things in simple language, answered all my questions, was patient, kind,clever and funny

01/10/2024

I drive one hour and 15 minutes for the care at st peters pulmonary and critical care. I like the care and service i get there .

01/09/2024

Provider care fully listen and explain properly

01/04/2024

all good

01/02/2024

Excellent physician

12/19/2023

Dr. Wind called me to give me preliminary results of my Cardiac Cath so I didn't have to wait over the weekend and worry. I really appreciated that.

12/13/2023

He always seems to listen and treats me with respect.

12/11/2023

Every good

12/05/2023

Knowledgeable and kind

12/01/2023

Very kind and explained things in a way I could understand

11/30/2023

Can't wait to come back!

11/28/2023

I'm comforted knowing I have Dr. Wind at my back.

11/25/2023

Took a thorough history, explained and reviewed prior studies, discussed condition and arranged f/u studies and appts.

11/24/2023

Dr Wind is courteous and friendly and takes time to answer and explain things

11/18/2023

Phenomenal doctor and staff

11/10/2023

Very polite, professional and competent

11/08/2023

Keeps current with latest medications and therapies, loves what he does

11/07/2023

Listens to what concerns I have

11/04/2023

I received the very best of care from this provider

10/31/2023

excellent DO

10/27/2023

always a pleasure to go

09/29/2023

Dr Wind is an outstanding doctor in every way

09/17/2023

Wonderful

09/15/2023

I would describe him as caring, intelligent and patient to say a few

09/15/2023

VERY GOOD

09/12/2023

Second visit

09/07/2023

Everyone was professional and thoughtful.

09/07/2023

Easy check / check out process, staff was excellent on every level

09/02/2023

As I previously stated, he was great, I felt very comfortable and well taken care of.

09/01/2023

Good

08/02/2023

I appreciate Dr Wind’s explanations and I never feel rushed to get my questions answered

08/02/2023

I would recommend him to anyone who needed an evaluation by a pulmonologist.

07/26/2023

I would recommend Dr. Wind.

07/25/2023

Doc only talked while putting things in computer. Listened to back about literally 20 seconds and prescribed different inhaler. Didnt check ears or eyes or most of other stuff in report. Didnt strongly advise to quit smoking as report indicates, not that i would anyway at this point.

07/24/2023

office operations are very smooth and timely

07/22/2023

Dr Wind is excellent. Takes all the time you need to get questions answered. Really appreciate it.

07/21/2023

Definitely an asset to Saint peters, health partners. I would recommend Dr Wind to anyone who needs a pulmonologist.

07/20/2023

excellent office visit

06/20/2023

Makes me feel confident in my treatment plan.

06/17/2023

Recommend Dr. Wind without reservation.

06/10/2023

I am thankful for his compassion and concern.

06/10/2023

dr wind excellent in every way

06/09/2023

Dr. Wind works very hard to be sure patients understand their.condition and help get medicine they need. Laverne at check out is extremely helpful and pleasant.

06/09/2023

Very good for first time video visit

05/22/2023

Would highly recommend Dr. Wind.

05/21/2023

Dr. Wind cares about his patients. I am very satisfied with my doctor and the care he gave me.

05/19/2023

His recommendations regarding conditioning are very much appreciated.

05/18/2023

very impressed with his care

05/15/2023

Very nice and caring .

05/12/2023

things went well

05/11/2023

Explained everything so I could have a better understanding of my condition. Explained next steps in treatment plan

05/03/2023

explains everything in medical terms then in terms that the patient can assoc it to.

05/02/2023

Entire office was helpful, professional and seemed caring.

04/27/2023

He is always looking for new ways to improve my condition.

04/25/2023

Dr. Wind and his staff are excellent in every way.

04/16/2023

They r friendly. And efficent

04/08/2023

Already referred my sibling to your medical group

04/07/2023

I have confidence that he is doing what I need to keep me well.

04/04/2023

I enjoyed the 6 minute walking test.

04/03/2023

Great practice

04/02/2023

Dr. Wind is excellent. He is very sharp on the data and diagnosis and does not over prescribe drugs.

04/01/2023

Ery pleased with Dr Wind for my health concerns

03/25/2023

He projects the feeling that he really cares for my health.

03/20/2023

I couldn’t wish for better care than this doctor gives me.

03/17/2023

All around very positive experience.

03/16/2023

The Dr. is genuinely a caring person.

03/15/2023

I feel comfortable and confident in Dr. Wind's care.

02/27/2023

Y'all very good people

02/20/2023

Great doctor and staff.

02/13/2023

Great team, doing a great job in an easy to access location. Thank you.

01/29/2023

Dr. Wind did an admirable job

12/24/2022

There is no sense of urgency involved. I know at 66 that a transplant may not be your first choice

12/08/2022

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this practice to anyone else.

11/21/2022

He is so informative, professional friendly

11/21/2022

Excellent Docty

11/17/2022

Always a positive visit when I see Dr. Wind

11/05/2022

I have confidence in the on-going care provided by Dr. Wind.

10/21/2022

He is the best!!!!

09/19/2022

Dr. Wind is awesome! I’m thankful for having such a provider

08/11/2022

*Dr. Wind & staff were wonderful @ my visit but the follow up needs improvement in terms of referrals - nurse @ *Dr. Wind referred me for the prescribed bronchoscopy and no one from either office reached out to me for nearly 2 weeks, when I finally called to find out what delay was.

07/29/2022

All parties meet my expectations & beyond. *Dr. Wind is exceptional.

06/30/2022

Very complete and informative. Only complaint is that I have to wait 6 weeks for continued testing.

06/20/2022

*Dr. Wind is personable, professional, and thorough. He allows so much time on the patient needs to convey their questions and concerns. He makes patients feel like they really matter to him.

06/18/2022

Dr. Wind was excellent he spent adequate time with me. He read my file thoroughly, explained everything clearly, concisely and in verbiage easy to understand to a lay person. He also made sure that there were no concerns when he was done. This doctor was extraordinary in his manner.

05/31/2022

Care was exceptional.

05/20/2022

*Dr. Wind is wonderful! Technician providing breathing test was wonderful also.

05/18/2022

*Dr. Wind was grade A. Showed concern.

04/29/2022

Good.

04/24/2022

Always listens and always has answers.

04/21/2022

*Dr. Wind is very personable and will explain the issues & treatments in a manner I can understand and which is relatable.

04/15/2022

I was referred to Dr. Wind for pleural effusion. He has taken excellent care of me. He is patient, knowledgeable, and an excellent communicator. He was familiar;iar with my history and presented a follow-up plan.

04/15/2022

Impressed with the amount of time *Dr. Wind took. He was personable and professional.

04/14/2022

Physician listens well and explains well. Never feel rushed

04/13/2022

Very professional and thorough.

04/05/2022

Very good.

04/05/2022

*Dr. Wind is excellent person & doctor.

04/01/2022

*Dr. Wind's staff are the nicest most caring people. I might be 'down' when I get there but they always make me feel better -

04/01/2022

Excellent.

03/16/2022

I have now seen *Dr. Wind twice and feel he is a superior dr. I felt comfortable immediately. He was not judgmental, did not talk down to me and spent a good amount time w/me. I have total trust in him.

03/14/2022

*Dr. Wind get from me a 6 STARS review!! (I know 5 stars if the limit!!! But he deserves 6 stars.) He is the most caring and kind person/dr. that I've met in the last 16+ years in US!!!

02/21/2022

It was my first visit with *Dr. Wind. It was a very good visit. Additional tests are ordered. I am very happy with the care I received.

02/21/2022

Excellent provider dr. kind caring and explained everything to my wife & I.

02/11/2022

The entire visit went smoothly. *Dr. Wind gave me his complete attention.

02/11/2022

Provider & staff were very efficient & also spent ample time w/me to answer all questions & developed a good f/u plan of care.

02/09/2022

*Dr. Wind was familiar and had experience with people with my condition.

02/03/2022

Dr wind is extremely knowledgeable and trustworthy. Only issue was the video conference volume was too low. May want another vendor.

01/15/2022

Dr. Wind has been the first doctor in a long time who gave fundamentally scientific explanations about certain problems. I really appreciated that.

12/27/2021

It was very nice. Very helpful!

12/23/2021

Provider was very attentive and he answered all my questions. Very professional and kind.

12/21/2021

Dr. Wind is very good at what he does and is very knowledgable about his subject area and areas that relate or may relate to your illness.

12/07/2021

*Dr. Wind was well informed, attentive, responsive, and professional. I would refer anyone to him. His care is excellent.

12/05/2021

Dr. Wind was an excellent listener and explainer. Very knowledgeable!

11/18/2021

Dr. Wind is a terrific addition to this practice group!

11/17/2021

Easy to talk to and listens well

10/26/2021

*Dr. Wind listened carefully, explained well, & explained questions thoroughly & diagnosed reason for symptoms cardiology couldn't, & didn't agree with. Seemed the most logical explanation to me.

10/22/2021

1st time visit provider was very nice & professional asked questions & answered mine explained things so I could understand them.

10/19/2021

This doctor is a outstanding person in his field.

10/01/2021

Dr Wind Was Very Concerned about my health and gave me advice to follow up on making changes to Improve My Asthmatic Health Stages

09/28/2021

No issues - very satisfied *Dr. Wind - compassionate, took the time to discuss and go over everything.

09/27/2021

Excellent.

09/24/2021

Excellent visit, very informative & caring. Best rating!

09/02/2021

*Dr. Wind was very knowledgeable and able to try the most conservative treatment - with future plans if necessary, good working relationship with my regular cardiologist.

09/02/2021

This was the most informative and understandable provider I have ever dealt with; what a guy!

09/01/2021

*Dr. Wind was excellent, spent quality time w/me.

08/27/2021

*Dr. Wind is very attentive, knowledgeable and responsive. I would recommend him to any one.

07/19/2021

Professional, listens - all in all very pleased.

07/10/2021

First visit to this provider. I liked the doctor, who was thorough and showed concern. Didn't make me feel rushed.

05/26/2021

This was my 1st visit as it was a referral from my rheumatologist. Everyone in the office was very polite, welcoming and professional. *Dr. Wind made sure that I understood what he was doing and how the medication prescribed was supposed to help my breathing. Excellent office!

05/17/2021

*Dr. Wind spent over 1 hour with us taking the most comprehensive history I have ever given. Excellent care. Very impressed with his knowledge & presentation.

05/17/2021

*Dr. Wind was thorough, incredibly knowledgeable. He examined me - I recently that has not always been true w/many MDs.

04/27/2021

I was extremely pleased with my visit with *Dr. Wind. He was very kind and took his time with me and addressed all of my concerns.

04/27/2021

Excellent

04/26/2021

This was an appointment immediately following a pulmonary function test. *Dr. Wind did an excellent job of discussing the results, prognosis and treatment options. He was proactive in changing my medication.

04/20/2021

My experience with Dr. Wind was excellent.

03/29/2021

I feel very comfortable with him. He shows concern for my issues.

03/24/2021

he's keeping me alive. I can tell it's not about the money with him that it's about the person. he remembers everything you talked about the appointment before and he treats the mental part of the problem not just the physical

03/23/2021

he explained everything in detail

03/18/2021

Dr Wind is a very good doctor that understands my problem.

03/11/2021

Excellent experience.

03/09/2021

*Dr. Wind showed his concern about my initial pulmonary test and explained in detail what he wanted to do to assist in a more definitive diagnosis.

03/08/2021

I had to ask a lot of questions - which he answered but also not in layman terms.

02/09/2021

*Dr. Wind was one of the best doctors I have ever been to.

02/05/2021

This was my first visit in this office. I feel like the doctor really listened to me instead of jumping to conclusions & trying to get me out of the door. He spent a lot of time asking questions & then listening.

02/01/2021

Very happy with my experience with the physician he took the time to talk with me.

01/29/2021

Everyone was very friendly and welcoming there.

01/27/2021

everyone was very nice in the office and the dr explained things to me were I could understand it

01/11/2021

I waited over an hour. other than that the visit went very well. Excellent care both from the provider and the staff. I am very satisfied.
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