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Dr. Lorena Buffa, MD

Dr. Lorena Buffa, MD

Pediatrics*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Lorena Buffa, MD is a pediatrician in Saint Peters, MO and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1998. She is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Hospital St. Louis and St. Louis Children's Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

5301 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Ste 104 Saint Peters, MO 63376
Telehealth available
(636) 939-3362

Care Philosophy

"Caring for your child(ren) and young adult(s) is a priviledge and it mandates being a part of continuing medical education to provide up-to-date care.  I look to foster healthy parent-physician re..."

- Dr. Lorena Buffa, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Buffa specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Buffa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Buffa

4.2

25 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
16%
16%

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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
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Sep 24, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 29, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Apr 23, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melissa P in Saint Charles, MO – Dec 21, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tori Kitchen in St. Charles, MO – Oct 28, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 05, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
St Charles, MO – Jul 25, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
St Louis, MO – Jul 06, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Shannon in St Peters, MO – Jun 24, 2016
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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
St. Charles, MO – Apr 06, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Caring for your child(ren) and young adult(s) is a priviledge and it mandates being a part of continuing medical education to provide up-to-date care.  I look to foster healthy parent-physician relationships based on trust as it...read more

biography

Dr. Lori Buffa received her medical degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia in Columbia, Missouri. She completed her internship and residency in Pediatrics through St. Louis University at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. Dr. Buffa...read more

  • Pediatrics

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  • Am. Academy Of Pediatrics

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • St Louis U/cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2001

  • University Of Missouri School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998

  • University Of Missouri / Columbia Campus

    Internship Hospital, 1998

  • University Of Missouri

    Undergraduate School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Wuca-Cloverleaf Pediatrics Llc5301 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Ste 104 Saint Peters, MO 63376
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital St. Louis

    615 S New Ballas Rd
    Saint Louis, MO 63141
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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  • St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl
    Saint Louis, MO 63110
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