Buffalo General Medical Center
Patients that would definitely recommend
6% lower than the national average
Buffalo General Medical Center is a medical facility located in Buffalo, NY. This hospital has been recognized for America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™.
Awards
Healthgrades awards tell you which hospitals deliver superior quality care. Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance using objective quality measures including clinical outcomes and patient safety, as well as patient experience.
Learn more about our awards methodologySpecialty Clinical Quality Awards
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2024)
Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Appendectomy
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Bariatric Surgery
In Hospital
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Defibrillator Procedures
In Hospital
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
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Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
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Heart Attack
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Heart Failure
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Valve Surgery
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Diabetic Emergencies
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Pulmonary Embolism
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Respiratory Failure
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Sepsis
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Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
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Bowel Obstruction
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Colorectal Surgeries
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
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Pancreatitis
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Gynecologic Procedures
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Hysterectomy
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C-Section Delivery
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Vaginal Delivery
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Cranial Neurosurgery
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Stroke
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Hip Fracture Treatment
In Hospital
Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Prostate Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Specialty Excellence Awards
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™
2024
Mortality Based Ratings
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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Pneumonia
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Complication Based Ratings
Back and Neck Surgeries (without Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Spinal Fusion
In Hospital
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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
In Hospital
Carotid Procedures
In Hospital
Peripheral Vascular Bypass
In Hospital
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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National Average
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
Buffalo General Medical Center
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Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
Rachele Dec 01 2023
Review for Dr. Notaro
He amputated my toe after a freak accident and did agreat job. COmpationate and friendly
Andy Bronstein Dec 01 2023
Review for Dr. Lacivita
I'm a new patient of Dr. Gupta. I have had stone disease for 40 years. Dr. Gupta is very knowledgeable and has put me on a proactive plan which I believe will benefit me. She is the first doctor who I've had to take an interest in developing a preventative approach. She takes time to listen and...
Dec 01 2023
Review for Dr. Gupta
Highly personable, very patient. Explains everything very clearly and completely. Highly recommend Dr. D'Angelo!
Bob Stoll Nov 30 2023
Review for Dr. D'Angelo
Location
Buffalo General Medical Center
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Buffalo General Medical Center located?
Buffalo General Medical Center is located at 100 High St, Buffalo, NY 14203. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has Buffalo General Medical Center won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, Buffalo General Medical Center has been awarded with America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ in the past two years.
Is Buffalo General Medical Center highly rated with patients?
58% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does Buffalo General Medical Center score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 13 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at Buffalo General Medical Center?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades Buffalo General Medical Center profile..
How does Buffalo General Medical Center rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
Healthgrades provides detailed information on hospital safety and outcomes for patients. Click here to learn more about hospital safety.
Dr. Notaro always takes as much time as we need, and never makes me feel rushed. She is honest with me and I can tell she really cares.