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Dr. Paul Kirschenfeld, MD

Dr. Paul Kirschenfeld, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Kirschenfeld, MD is a pulmonologist in West Columbia, SC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1979. He is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center.

2.5 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

146 E Hospital Dr Ste 400 West Columbia, SC 29169

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kirschenfeld is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center West Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kirschenfeld specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Kirschenfeld's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kirschenfeld

2.5
14 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
29%
29%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
7%
7%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
57%
57%

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Nasty
Kirschenfeld is sloppy nasty and incompetent. Exam was rushed because he had to eat lunch.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Mar 28, 2022
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Referred for chronic shortness of breath and cough developed over <3 weeks. Appointment was a battery of breathing tests given by assistant (<15 min). Blood oxygen levels taken by nurse while walking (<5 min). Lastly, I saw Dr K who had me summarize my medical complaints, asked me questions, and performed a cursory physical exam (<10 min). No further tests or sputum sample taken to further investigate. Dr. K was dismissive and aloof. Suffered 2 months until another Dr found parasitic infection.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
ShortBreath in Lexington, SC – Dec 19, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Kirschenfeld, MD is a pulmonologist in West Columbia, SC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1979. He is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center.
  • Pulmonary Disease

*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 Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Office146 E Hospital Dr Ste 400 West Columbia, SC 29169
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lexington Medical Center

    2720 Sunset Blvd
    West Columbia, SC 29169
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

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