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Dr. Kevin Lanighan, MD

Dr. Kevin Lanighan, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kevin Lanighan, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in East Amherst, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Buffalo General Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.3 Star Rating
Based on 62 reviews 2.3 Star Rating (62 reviews)

Practice

8750 Transit Rd Ste 105 East Amherst, NY 14051
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lanighan specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Lanighan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lanighan

2.3

62 ratings, 31 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 07, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Hamilton – Nov 21, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Renee Zaccarine – Oct 23, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joe Muranyi – Nov 24, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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jli – Jun 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
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Mary-Teresa Platt – Jan 20, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 08, 2022
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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
C Thielmann – Jul 14, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jim M. – Jan 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 15, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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Francesca Ognibene – Sep 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 05, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 19, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 12, 2021
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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
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Amber Boci – Feb 17, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 28, 2021
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 15, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Frustrated Patient – Jun 09, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

"Excelsior Orthopaedics believes every patient deserves to receive the finest musculoskeletal care in a compassionate and professional atmosphere.  We are dedicated to create individualized treatment plans for all our patients and their families. ...read more

biography

Dr. Lanighan is a recognized expert in the care of the hand and upper extremity, having been featured in a 2013 Buffalo Spree article as a local "top doc." In 2014, he was again selected for inclusion in Spree's Top Doctors list for hand surgery....read more
  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Northtowns Orthopedics PC8750 Transit Rd Ste 105 East Amherst, NY 14051
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Practice

Excelsior Orthopaedics LLP3925 Sheridan Dr Amherst, NY 14226
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Buffalo General Medical Center

    100 High St
    Buffalo, NY 14203
    Recipient of 3
    hospital 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

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

    5% lower than the national average

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