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Dr. Dorothy Pietrucha, MD

Dr. Dorothy Pietrucha, MD

Pediatric Neurology*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Dorothy Pietrucha, MD is a pediatric neurologist in Neptune, NJ and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1968. She is affiliated with Jersey Shore University Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

81 Davis Ave Ste 4 Neptune, NJ 07753

Care Philosophy

"We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person."

- Dr. Dorothy Pietrucha, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Pietrucha specializes in the areas of Neurodevelopment Disabilities, Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology, Pediatrics & Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Neurosciences Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Pietrucha's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pietrucha

4.2

12 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
17%
17%
1 Star
8%
8%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
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Sharon R. – May 24, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Steven Rodgers – Mar 27, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Brittany Bower – Jan 08, 2020
Thank you for writing such a beautiful review,...Read More
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ruth Meyers - Gallagher in Pleasantville – May 09, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
joe in Forked River, NJ – Jan 25, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lori V in Point Pleasant, NJ – Jan 20, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.
  • Pediatric Neurology

  • Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

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

  • Nj College

    Internship Hospital, 1969
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1968
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Neurodevelopment Disabilities
Pediatrics
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Hmh-Pediatric Child Evaluation Center-Neptune81 Davis Ave Ste 4 Neptune, NJ 07753
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Jersey Shore University Medical Center

    1945 State Route 33
    Neptune, NJ 07753
    Recipient of 47
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in stroke care and cranial neurosurgery

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in stroke care and cranial neurosurgery

    View all awards

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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