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Dr. Dominick Defrances, DO

Dr. Dominick Defrances, DO

Internal Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Dominick Defrances, DO is an internist in Blawnox, PA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities UPMC St. Margaret and Allegheny Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

121 Freeport Rd Ste 100 Blawnox, PA 15238

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Defrances specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Defrances' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Defrances

3.4

17 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
35%
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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May 18, 2023
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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
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May 23, 2018
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shane in Pittsburgh, PA – Aug 25, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 24, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

As a primary care internist I enjoy the diversity of caring for all patients from age 14 and up.
  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Western Pennsylvania Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2001
  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
  • Washington And Jefferson College

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Renaissance FP UPMC Ridc121 Freeport Rd Ste 100 Blawnox, PA 15238
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Practice

UPMC Community Medicine Inc1800 Union Ave Natrona Heights, PA 15065
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC St. Margaret

    815 Freeport Rd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15215
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

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

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Allegheny Valley Hospital

    1301 Carlisle St
    Natrona Heights, PA 15065
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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