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Dr. Paula Abrinko, MD

Dr. Paula Abrinko, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Paula Abrinko, MD is an internist in Whiting, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Mary Medical Center and Community Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

1534 119th St Whiting, IN 46394

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Dr. Abrinko's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Abrinko

3.7
30 ratings, 10 with a written review
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She is very thorough. Polite, good bedside manner.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 12, 2021
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Always quick and to the point. Never fails when diagnosing or giving prescriptions. Very comfortable to talk to and the staff are amazing!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 12, 2020
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I believe the positive reviews must be submitted by people she knows because after reading the negative reviews those seem more accurate. After my horrible experience there and with her rude front desk staff NEVER again will I go there.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Aug 26, 2020
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Waited over 2 hours to NOT see the doctor. I could hear her chatting in the next room for 45 minutes with a different patient about absolutely nothing necessary. How disrespectful of someone’s time can this woman be!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Dec 19, 2019
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All doctors should care as much a s Dr. Benchik. Hands down, the most invested, caring, and comprehensive doctor I’ve seen in 50 years. I just don’t understand the venom some have for Drs. Dr..Benchik won’t take crap from people, everyone deserves respect. If you want a Dr to fight and advocate for you, Dr Benchik is truly 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
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Christian in Highland, IN – Jun 02, 2019
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Horrible!!!! This doctor has NO idea what she is talking about! Don’t know how she even got her medical license. She is also VERY rude to her patients and staff.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2019
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Terrible. Her staff is disorganized and self interested. Her employee Amanda caused so many complications for me by not relating info to dr or telling her straight up lies. My health is at risk and Amanda cares only about herself and keeping her job instead of prioritizing patient care. I’ve seen benchik 7 times in last six months and i still have no diagnosis and I’m getting worse. Such a waste of my time. If u want an attentive doctor with a professional staff look elsewhere!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Whiting, IN – Nov 01, 2018
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I have seen Dr. Benchik since 2012. She treats my entire family. Dr. Benchik is a wonderful person and doctor. She is an aggressive advocate for her patients, ensuring that they receive the best medical care even when they are referred from her office to see other specialists. Dr. B. really cares deeply about her patients, which is rare in this modern world of managed healthcare. She is definitely worth the wait!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Sherri in Whiting, IN – Feb 02, 2018
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I absolutely love dr.benchick. she is very thorough and compassionate. Dr. Benchick really cares about her patient's. She really listens and is very thorough. She will make sure you are up to date with mamograms, shots ect. Sometimes you may wait a bit in the waiting room this is because she is so thorough and gives every patient good quality care.The staff is also nice and wlll fit you in same day if needed.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Lisa in Whiting, IN – Apr 25, 2017
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The wait was long but she is very thorough. I felt as if she took the time to address all my concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
12 others found this helpful
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Scott Heuring in Whiting IN – Jan 27, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Paula Abrinko, MD is an internist in Whiting, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Mary Medical Center and Community Hospital. She is accepting new patients.
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Saint Louis University / Health Sciences Center

    Medical School, 1992
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Internal Medicine
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Benchik Medical Health Center PC1534 119th St Whiting, IN 46394
1
Office901 MacArthur Blvd Ste E2 Munster, IN 46321
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Mary Medical Center

    1500 S Lake Park Ave
    Hobart, IN 46342
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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

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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Community Hospital

    901 MacArthur Blvd
    Munster, IN 46321
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • St. Catherine Hospital

    4321 Fir St
    East Chicago, IN 46312
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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