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Dr. Ralph Doerr, MD

Dr. Ralph Doerr, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Ralph Doerr, MD is a general surgeon in Rochester, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Canyon Vista Medical Center and Rochester General Hospital.

5 Star Rating
Based on 1 review 5 Star Rating (1 review)

Practice

1415 Portland Ave Ste 245 Rochester, NY 14621

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(585) 922-4715

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  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
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Dr. Doerr's Reviews

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When your life depends on undergoing a Whipple procedure in short order for a suspected non-typical form of pancreatic cancer and a well known surgeon big in local and state medicine tells you there's only 3 surgeons in all of New York State that he'd allow to perform the procedure and Dr. Doerr is one of them you listen. When other Doctors tell you that's who they recommend you listen. Typical Whipple about 4 hrs. on the table. Dr. Doerr a little over 6 hrs. Typical hospital stay usually 5-7 days. Dr. Doerr 12 days with near constant monitoring by top surgical residents. Normal time off for recovery from any strenuous profession ranging from 4-6 months minimum. With Dr. Doerr I returned in 2 months. I can't say he saved my life but I can say he saved my compromised quality of life especially after speaking with a number of Whipple patients who underwent the procedure elsewhere.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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J.S. Muranyi – Nov 30, 2019
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Dr. Ralph Doerr, MD is a general surgeon in Rochester, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
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Locations

Practice

Lipson Cancer Institute-Gynecologic Oncology1415 Portland Ave Ste 245 Rochester, NY 14621
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Strong Memorial Hospital

    601 Elmwood Ave
    Rochester, NY 14642
    Recipient of 4
    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Rochester General Hospital

    1425 Portland Ave
    Rochester, NY 14621
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Canyon Vista Medical Center

    5700 E Highway 90
    Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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