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Dr. Phillip Desimone, MD

Dr. Phillip Desimone, MD

Oncology*

Dr. Phillip Desimone, MD is an oncology specialist in Lexington, KY. He is affiliated with medical facilities Harrison Memorial Hospital and University of Kentucky Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

2 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 2 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

740 Rose St Lexington, KY 40536

Make an Appointment

(859) 323-5661

At a Glance

  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Desimone's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Desimone

2.0
20 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
25%
25%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
70%
70%

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Compassionate
It has been 25 years since my husband, Tom Watkins, was treated by Dr. DeSimone. Unlike the other reviewers, we found him to be kind, compassionate, yet with a caring sense of humor. I understand he is retired now.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sep 13, 2023
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A lifetime of grief…
My daughter died under his care. She was only 17… I can’t believe he’s still practicing!! My baby never had a chance. Call an oncologist that specializes in the cancer you or a loved one has or one that will network with a knowledgeable partner in the practice. I can write a book about this self centered loser.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
4 My Mini Me – Mar 20, 2023
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Rude and uncaring. I did not return after the initial visit.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sep 22, 2019
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He was very unprofessional. He is always in a rush and never returns phone calls.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Phillip Desimone, MD is an oncology specialist in Lexington, KY. He is affiliated with medical facilities Harrison Memorial Hospital and University of Kentucky Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

  • Oncology

  • Medical Oncology

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  • University Of Vermont Larner College Of Medicine

    Medical School

  • University Ky

    Internship Hospital, 1968
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Locations

Practice

UK College of Dentistry Kentucky Clinic740 Rose St Lexington, KY 40536
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Kentucky Medical Services Foundation Inc.2333 Alumni Park Plz Ste 200 Lexington, KY 40517
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Kentucky Hospital

    800 Rose St
    Lexington, KY 40536

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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  • Harrison Memorial Hospital

    1210 KY Highway 36 E
    Cynthiana, KY 41031

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    82%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    5% higher than the national average

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