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Dr. Steven Effren, DPM

Dr. Steven Effren, DPM

Podiatry*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Effren, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Summerfield, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Barry University in 1998. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Locations

Spruce Creek Podiatry Center

Spruce Creek Podiatry Center17820 SE 109th Ave Ste 102 Summerfield, FL 34491
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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Effren specializes in the area of Foot Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Effren's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Effren

3.5

8 ratings, 6 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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E. Ruggieri – Jul 15, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Kathryn B. – Mar 24, 2023
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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
Barbara Bruce – Jul 12, 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
Helpful
Marci – May 11, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Maureen Bokowski – Jan 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Caldwell – Sep 30, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

At Spruce Creek Podiatry you will experience a high level of professionalism and a friendly staff that works closely together as well as with the other physicians in the community for a true team approach to your podiatric health care needs. Our...read more

biography

Doctor Steven Effren was born in Orlando in 1968 where his father was stationed in the Air Force, though most of his youth was spent in Orangeburg, New York. His middle and high school years were spent in the greater Ft. Lauderdale area. Dr....read more
  • Podiatry

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  • Jfk Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Barry University

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery®
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Foot Surgery
Self designated 

Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

    1431 SW 1st Ave
    Ocala, FL 34471
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 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.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% 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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