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Dr. Kirsten Cestaro, MD

Dr. Kirsten Cestaro, MD

Diagnostic Radiology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Kirsten Cestaro, MD is a diagnostic radiologist in Albany, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 2002. She is affiliated with Ellis Hospital.

3 Star Rating
Based on 2 reviews 3 Star Rating (2 reviews)

Practice

315 S Manning Blvd Albany, NY 12208

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cestaro specializes in the area of Diagnostic Radiology. See board certifications
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals
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Dr. Cestaro's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cestaro

3.0
2 ratings, 2 with a written review
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Understood the issue
She takes her work seriously, and explained the procedure very well
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
Helpful
Carol Vitello – Nov 02, 2023
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Non responsive
Dr. Cestero did a breast biopsy on me using ultrasound to locate it. I was scheduled for surgery to remove the cancer and Dr. Cestero called me the Saturday prior to tell me she saw something on an MRI I had weeks earlier at another facility. She informed me she saw a "borderline" enlarged lymph node behind my chest wall. The oncologist called me later that same day and said both she and Dr. Cestero spoke and because I had a borderline lymph node AND something suspicious on my chest bone, they were canceling my surgery for more testing. Dr. Cestero did not mention this chest bone issue, so I called back since she was the radiologist. I left 4 voicemails over the course of a week, and she never called back. I left messages with her staff, on her voice mail and nothing. The lack of response after making a determination to cancel a cancer surgery was unethical in my opinion. I would not recommend her if you have any interest in understanding your own diagnosis.
What went well
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What could be improved
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kirsten Cestaro, MD is a diagnostic radiologist in Albany, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 2002. She is affiliated with Ellis Hospital.
  • Diagnostic Radiology

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  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Radiology®
Diagnostic Radiology
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Locations

Practice

Saint Peters Hospital315 S Manning Blvd Albany, NY 12208
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Office3 Atrium Dr Albany, NY 12205
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Samaritan Hospital-Albany Memorial Campus600 Northern Blvd Albany, NY 12204
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Practice

Samaritan Hospital of Troy New York2215 Burdett Ave Troy, NY 12180
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ellis Hospital

    1101 Nott St
    Schenectady, NY 12308

    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

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

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