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Dr. Joseph Avey, MD

Dr. Joseph Avey, MD

Family Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Avey, MD is a family medicine physician in Lehigh Acres, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with Lehigh Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

260 Beth Stacey Blvd Unit 130 Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
Telehealth available

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Dr. Avey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Avey

4.8
17 ratings, 10 with a written review
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Great Down To Earth Doctor
I’ve had nothing but great experiences at Dr Avey’s office. People that complain about staff do not understand what it us like dealing with the general public , especially low iq types. She is very helpful and good at her job. Nit everyone is a fluffy do-gooder. Dr’s and staff are effective and get it done.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mike V – Mar 03, 2024
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The desk staff are HORRIBLE, and it feels more like you’re trying to get in to see a prison inmate than to see your own doctor, and that was my impression BEFORE COVID. They screen calls with 3-minute voicemail messages, and when you leave a message, they don’t call you back for two days. Then you’re trying to play phone tag to get YOUR MEDICAL situation or information handled. The desk person (Barbara or someone?) is brusk, interruptive, wants to debate, is unhelpful, and has an entirely know-it-all demeanor that rubbed me the wrong way from my first visit. On my SECOND visit, an annual physical, at some magical point in the exam it went from an annual physical to an additional consultation. So I got charged twice for the same visit. SO DON’T TALK TOO MUCH in your visit to Dr. Avey or you’ll pay an extra copay (I was $43 extra instead of zero). They said they were going to put my lab results on mychart. I had to call them to remind them. Good listener but you'll pay for it.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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movinmikec – Sep 04, 2020
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Dr Avey is the most professional and caring doctor my wife and I have gone to in more years than I can remember. When we had to move to the Orlando area; we could not find a doctor that was in his league. We only wish that we could keep him but a 3 hour drive made it impossible. We would highly recommend Dr. Avey and his Assistant Tracy, as they are both first class!
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
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Frank & Carol Durso – Oct 28, 2019
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I like Dr. Avey because he’s easy to talk too & I feel very at ease with him . He’s a wonderful doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 26, 2019
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Where would I be without this DR and his staff? I started with Dr Avey in 1996. He has treated me for all these years. He has been there for me for all of my medical problems and helped me to deal with a family's death. The staff will get me into the office when ever my disease has a flare up. Thank you for all the years and great medical care. You and your staff are the BEST.
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
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Cindy B in Lehigh Acres – Nov 06, 2018
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Dr. Avey has been my primary family physician for about 20 years now. His service and staff have always been excellent. He runs a small office with a receptionist, one back office person and a nurse. These 3 ladies have all worked with him for an extensive amount of time and are knowledgeable, efficient and professional but friendly. Dr. Avey fully listens to your concerns and discusses all treatment options.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Renee Dombrowski – Jul 03, 2018
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Dr Avey has been taking care of my wife and I for now 2 years. He is an excellent PCP, listens to our concerns and has a great office staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Alan Waggoner in Lehigh Acres, FL – Aug 12, 2017
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Love Dr.Avey !! But am very disappointed in the customer service provided by the front desk receptionist. She is very short and rude. Always feel like I have to be on my toes to ask questions or make appointments. If I didn't like Dr. Avey so much I would find a new physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 others found this helpful
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Ft Myers, FL – May 30, 2017
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Dr.Avey is a wonderful doctor who takes his time and listen to your problems
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
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jacqueline Gutierrez Gomez in Lehigh acres, FL – Jan 17, 2017
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I love Dr Avey... he's the best... seriously. He and his staff are warm and professional and I trust them. I feel very blessed that I found them!
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
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Katie in Lehigh Acres, FL – Sep 30, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Avey believes in caring for each patient as an individual, not in cookie-cutter treatments.  He is thorough, yet friendly and caring.  Dr. Avey prescribes medication when needed but also uses common sense over-the-counter treatments,...read more

biography

Lehigh Acres Primary-Care Physician Joseph Avey, MD, is your primary partner in health and connection to a healthier life
  • Family Medicine

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  • University Toronto|university Of Toronto

    Residency Hospital, 1986
  • Family Medicine-north York General Hospital|north York General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1985
  • University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
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Locations

Practice

Lehigh Family Practice Associates260 Beth Stacey Blvd Unit 130 Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
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Office2675 Winkler Ave Fl 2 Fort Myers, FL 33901
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lehigh Regional Medical Center

    1500 Lee Blvd
    Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    74%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    10% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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