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Dr. Joseph Kowalski, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*MaleAge 59

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*

Dr. Joseph Kowalski, MD is an orthopedic spine surgery specialist in Buffalo, NY. He is affiliated with ECMC Health Campus. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Joseph Kowalski, MD

Practice

462 Grider St Buffalo, NY 14215

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(716) 898-5983

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Dr. Kowalski's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kowalski

3.9

22 ratings, 8 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Ken Thomas – Aug 08, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Stephanie – Apr 10, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Janet pisto in Buffalo , NY – Nov 20, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Michelle Raney in Mount Holly , NC – Feb 12, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Mar 12, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Anthony Rotolo in East Amherst, NY, 14051 – Nov 16, 2016
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About Me

Care Philosophy

UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine's Commitment to Excellence:

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Specialties*

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery

State University of New York at Buffalo - Orthopaedic Surgery

Residency Hospital

State University Of New York At Buffalo-Orthopaedic Surgery

Residency Hospital

Emory University - Spine Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital, 1999

Emory University-Spine Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital, 1999

State University of New York at Buffalo - General Surgery

Internship Hospital, 1994

State University Of New York At Buffalo-General Surgery

Internship Hospital, 1994

Doctor Of Chiropractic

1989

National College of Chiropractic

Undergraduate School, 1987

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    Does Dr. Joseph Kowalski, MD accept new patients?

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    What is Dr. Joseph Kowalski, MD's office address?

    Dr. Kowalski's office is located at 462 Grider St, Buffalo, NY 14215. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Locations

    Practice

    Erie County Medical Center462 Grider St Buffalo, NY 14215
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    University Orthopaedic Services Inc.111 N Maplemere Rd Ste 100 Williamsville, NY 14221
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    Practice

    Sisters of Charity Hospital of Buffalo2157 Main St Buffalo, NY 14214
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    • Hours
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    • Directions

    Practice

    Denardin Family Practice Pllc4949 Harlem Rd Buffalo, NY 14226
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    ECMC Health Campus

    462 Grider St
    Buffalo, NY 14215
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    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

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

    4% lower than the national average

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