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Dr. Richard Plowey, MD

Dr. Richard Plowey, MD

Interventional Pain Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Plowey, MD is an interventional pain medicine physician in Bethel Park, PA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities St Clair Hospital and Washington Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

2000 Oxford Dr Ste 303 Bethel Park, PA 15102
Telehealth available

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Dr. Plowey is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Plowey specializes in the areas of Neurology & Pain Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Plowey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Plowey

3.8

33 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
64%
64%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
27%
27%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Grumpy grandpa – Jul 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
I. Hurt – May 17, 2024
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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
ATHENA SARRIS – Apr 22, 2023
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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
Carla Evans-Bush – May 26, 2022
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
J Klingensmith – Aug 26, 2021
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jeff Gerhart – Aug 04, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Laurie – Jul 29, 2020
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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
Jackie Phillips – Jun 30, 2020
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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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
m.brubaker in Houston, PA – Jun 22, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 29, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 23, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Debi Peterson-Palonis in Pittsburgh, PA – Jun 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Becky in Canonsburg, PA – May 25, 2017
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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
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pittsburgh, PA – May 05, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Trina R. Smith in Butler, PA – Aug 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar BP in Imperial, PA – Jan 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Plowey, MD is an interventional pain medicine physician in Bethel Park, PA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Neurology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Miami Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008
  • Hahnemann University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2004
  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
Pain Medicine
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Dr. Plowey is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office2000 Oxford Dr Ste 303 Bethel Park, PA 15102
    1
    Keystone Anesthesia Consultants LTD.80 Landings Dr Ste 202 Washington, PA 15301
    2

    Practice

    St. Clair Hospital1000 Bower Hill Rd Pittsburgh, PA 15243
    3
    Shoulder and Bordeau Urological Associates1145 Bower Hill Rd Ste 105 Pittsburgh, PA 15243
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St Clair Hospital

      1000 Bower Hill Rd
      Pittsburgh, PA 15243
      Recipient of 10
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      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.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Washington Hospital

      155 Wilson Ave
      Washington, PA 15301
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

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

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

      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

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

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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