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Dr. Darren Hoover, MD

Dr. Darren Hoover, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Darren Hoover, MD is an ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Horizon-Greenville and ACMH Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

400 Penn Center Blvd Ste 320 Pittsburgh, PA 15235
(800) 423-6800

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hoover specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hoover's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hoover

3.6
15 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
60%
60%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
33%
33%

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He sucks
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Chad berry – Jun 04, 2020
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Best and most knowledgeable doctor. Very patient, compassionate, and efficient. Always friendly and will spend time to gather information as well as explaining everything clearly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Oct 23, 2019
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Dr. Hoover is very thorough with his examinations and recommendations. He’s very good with children. I would recommend his expertise and skills above all others.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 08, 2019
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Office always running behind-Dr. Hoover didn't even take the time to introduce himself when first coming into the room. He was very impatient with my three-year-old who was very hesitant and slightly weary of him. Would not recommend kids to visit with Dr. Hoover --not a kid friendly office at all. Their waiting room is very crowded, old and dirty also.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Cranberry township, PA – May 24, 2017
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I have taken my child to Dr. Hoover in Mcmurray for an eye issue over the last year. I was on time or early for every appointment. Unfortunately the staff is always running behind-even when we were the first appointment of the day! Today was the worst. I showed up early but waited 10 minutes before the women behind the desk had time to check me in. A quick checkup ended up taking TWO HOURS. Had to wait 19 minutes to check out with two staff behind the counter and one person in front of me.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Bethel Park, PA – Sep 20, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Darren Hoover, MD is an ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Horizon-Greenville and ACMH Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Childrens Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987

  • University Mo

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • Mercy Hospital St Louis

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • University Of Missouri School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Office400 Penn Center Blvd Ste 320 Pittsburgh, PA 15235
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Butler Memorial Hospital

    1 Hospital Way
    Butler, PA 16001
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UPMC Mercy

    1400 Locust St
    Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    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

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Washington Hospital

    155 Wilson Ave
    Washington, PA 15301
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    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

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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