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Dr. Ben Brinkley, MD

Dr. Ben Brinkley, MD

Psychiatry*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Ben Brinkley, MD is a psychiatrist in Connellsville, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor University in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Excela Health Frick Hospital and Excela Health Latrobe Hospital.

1.8 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 1.8 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

416 S Pittsburgh St Connellsville, PA 15425

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(724) 626-8420

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Brinkley specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Brinkley's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brinkley

1.8
5 ratings, 3 with a written review
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Rude
Telehealth
Horrible person yelled at my wife because she couldnt figure out the telehealth video call and also seems very agitated and is rude when you see him in person. Short 5 minute sessions with usually his assistant in the room and no ability to speak, he just interrupts you if you’re not answering a question he asked. Removed my whole family from this practice won’t return.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Brandon Walker – Mar 15, 2024
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I would highly recommend Dr Brinkley as a Psychiatrist. He is very knowledgeable in this field of Psychiatry. Dr Brinkley is empathetic and compassionate, he has a great bedside manner. He does not rush his patients out the door. He actually LISTENS to you. I would Recommend him if you are serious about your treatment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robin Beal – Oct 24, 2023
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Stay away from Dr.Brinkley. Start meds, stop meds, start meds, stop meds..... he will screw you up if you don’t pay 2 co- pays per month.... run!!!!!!!!!!!!! No MD has an unknown 3rd party sit in on appointments. Insurance billed irregular amounts and copays always different.... No dr should stop meds if an appointment is missed 2 time. Sent photos of my recent wrecked suv. Withdraw from the meds I was in has had disastrous effects. A head rep. Female left me a message saying their facility has only 1 dr. That a boldfaced lie. Purposely not calling a pharmacy over a missed apt? Messages saying there is no spots open and they will call when I can be seen? Nothing.... This dr Brinkley will ruin your life and no sympathy. Don’t miss an appointment. He will screw you over without notifying..... Pull his license... I’m 47 and will spend as long as needed to stop his career. he no right to treat any person!!!! He will not give you your personal medical records.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Permanently damaged – Jun 17, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ben Brinkley, MD is a psychiatrist in Connellsville, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor University in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Excela Health Frick Hospital and Excela Health Latrobe Hospital.

  • Psychiatry

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  • Baylor University

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Board actions foundState licensing board
More than three years ago
Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine

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Locations

Practice

Connellsville Counseling & Psychological Services LLC416 S Pittsburgh St Connellsville, PA 15425
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Excela Health Latrobe Hospital

    1 Mellon Way
    Latrobe, PA 15650

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Excela Health Frick Hospital

    508 S Church St
    Mount Pleasant, PA 15666

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital

    532 W Pittsburgh St
    Greensburg, PA 15601
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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