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Dr. Paul Pickrell, MD

Dr. Paul Pickrell, MD

Rheumatology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Pickrell, MD is a rheumatologist in Saint George, UT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint George Regional Hospital and Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 59 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (59 reviews)

Vista Healthcare Joint & Arthritis Center

1490 E Foremaster Dr Ste 220 Saint George, UT 84790
(435) 879-7610

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • 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. Pickrell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pickrell

4.5
59 ratings, 4 with a written review
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I WAS a patient for years until my last apt when a new female came into the office and basically rushed me out. I had done blood work and seen Dr. P for several years, prior to this. I did not see the Dr and was told they would call me to follow up and schedule my next visit. I NEVER heard back or got return phone calls. Sad, I liked working with him, but have moved on. Terrible experience.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
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Terri Hernandez – Aug 24, 2020
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After lab tests run by our primary care provider came back positive, I asked for a referral to Dr. Pickrell (recommended by a friend). I was able to get a new patient appointment for the next week due to a cancellation. Dr. Pickrell's nurse met with us first and listened to my daughter's medical history. Then the doctor came in and listened as well. He is still in the process of diagnosing her and coming up with a treatment plan, but he is the first doctor to take her symptoms seriously.
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Mary in Austin, TX – Oct 08, 2016
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I called Dr. Pickrell's office and left 2 messages over two days as a new patient and his staff never called me. I then left a message for his "office manager" who also has never called me. I know Dr. Pickrell is a very good doctor but he is a fool to let crappy idiotic lazy office staff run his office. This lowers my opinion of him. He clearly does not care that much about his patients or he would correct this dysfunctional front end staff. Go somewhere else you won't even get an appointment.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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Mike in Austin, TX – Sep 25, 2016
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If you have read the reviews about Dr P, there isn't much more that I can add other than the all 5 stars. I have Psoriatic Arthritis without a blood marker indicating such. I do have topical Psoriasis so there is evidence. I also have low back disk issues and for years I have been getting questioned by spine doctors about my levels of pain. My spine Dr's PA sent me to Dr. P with the notion that he might just send me back. He did not, he listened to my entire story and is a blessing.
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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Paul W. in Austin, TX – Sep 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Pickrell, MD is a rheumatologist in Saint George, UT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint George Regional Hospital and Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin.

  • Rheumatology

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  • University Of Oklahoma / Health Sciences Center

    Medical School, 1990
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Locations

Vista Healthcare Joint & Arthritis Center

Coral Desert Spine Surgery1490 E Foremaster Dr Ste 220 Saint George, UT 84790
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint George Regional Hospital

    1380 E Medical Center Dr
    St George, UT 84790
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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, 2023, 2022)

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ascension Seton Bastrop

    630 Highway 71 W
    Bastrop, TX 78602

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

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

    1201 W 38th St
    Austin, TX 78705
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    View all 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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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