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Dr. John Prater, MD

Dr. John Prater, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. John Prater, MD is a family medicine physician in Dallas, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

114 Lt Michael Cleary Dr Dallas, PA 18612
Telehealth available
(570) 675-2000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Prater specializes in the area of Family Practice. • 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.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Prater's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Prater

4.7

12 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
8%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Stacey – Dec 20, 2023
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Sandy – Jan 18, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Traci – Oct 11, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 16, 2019
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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
Helpful
Nancy in Wyoming, PA – Dec 24, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Prater, MD is a family medicine physician in Dallas, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Geisinger Wyoming...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center114 Lt Michael Cleary Dr Dallas, PA 18612
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Practice

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center42 N Main St Pittston, PA 18640
2

Practice

Select Specialty Hospital-Danville100 N Academy Ave Danville, PA 17822
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

    1000 E Mountain Dr
    Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Wilkes-Barre General Hospital

    575 N River St
    Wilkes Barre, PA 18764

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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