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Dr. Farrel Buchinsky, MB CHB

Dr. Farrel Buchinsky, MB CHB

Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Farrel Buchinsky, MB CHB is a pediatric otolaryngologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Cape Town / Faculty Of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as AHN Wexford Hospital and Allegheny General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

320 E North Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Telehealth available

Biography

"I like to take care of children. Sometimes my staff and I can make a big difference and sometimes we cannot. I enjoy honest candid discussion and providing a recommendation as well as discussing the pros and cons of..."

- Dr. Farrel Buchinsky, MB CHB

Dr. Buchinsky is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Buchinsky specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Buchinsky's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Buchinsky

4.4

13 ratings, 6 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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AJ – Nov 27, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Patient – Apr 20, 2022
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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
No results
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C Benigni in Pittsburgh – Oct 06, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Meghan Lindner in Pittsburgh, PA – Aug 04, 2017
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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
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Kelly in Pittsburgh, PA – Jul 07, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Justin in Pittsburgh Pa – Apr 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

I like to take care of children. Sometimes my staff and I can make a big difference and sometimes we cannot. I enjoy honest candid discussion and providing a recommendation as well as discussing the pros and cons of alternative management plans. 
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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

  • University Of Washington

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
  • Temple University Health Sciences Center

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • Temple University

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • University Of Cape Town / Faculty Of Health Sciences

    Undergraduate School, 1988
  • University Of Cape Town / Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
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Dr. Buchinsky is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Allegheny General Hospital320 E North Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    1
    Allegheny Clinic12311 Perry Hwy Wexford, PA 15090
    2
    Bloomfield Medical Associates5140 Liberty Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15224
    3

    Practice

    AHN Otolaryngology490 E North Ave Ste 515 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • AHN Wexford Hospital

      12351 Perry Hwy
      Wexford, PA 15090
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      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

      86%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      21% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Jefferson Hospital

      565 Coal Valley Rd
      Jefferson Hills, PA 15025
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Allegheny General Hospital

      320 E North Ave
      Pittsburgh, PA 15212
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% 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
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