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Dr. Thomas Lafferty, MD

Dr. Thomas Lafferty, MD

Rheumatology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Lafferty, MD is a rheumatologist in Ocala, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lafferty has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as AdventHealth Orlando and Orlando Health South Lake Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Practice

3304 SW 34th Cir Ste 103 Ocala, FL 34474
Telehealth available
(352) 732-3110

Dr. Lafferty is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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. Lafferty specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, Rheumatology & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Lafferty's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lafferty

3.5

40 ratings, 18 with a written review
5 Star
60%
60%
4 Star
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3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
33%
33%

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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Disgruntled and Disappointed – Oct 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 24, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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WasteOfTime – Mar 05, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
D. Thornton – Jul 18, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Hania – Jun 08, 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
ONE HAPPY PATIENT...I am spoiled.. – Apr 02, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 01, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ocala Repair – Feb 16, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 06, 2021
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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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
HDR – Jun 30, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
ERIC – Feb 15, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 25, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michelle in Summerfield, FL – Aug 30, 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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Addison in The Villages, FL – May 23, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 08, 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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dennis in Dunnellon – Mar 03, 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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sandi Reamsnyder in Salt Springs florida – Jun 09, 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
17 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mrs. Merrill in Lady Lake, FL – Apr 10, 2017
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Southeastern Integrated Medical (SIMED) is your team of physicians, medical professionals and staff members from the North Central Florida community. Our mission is to provide quality care to patients in need of our expertise by offering an integrated...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997

  • Temple University Lewis Katz School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Lafferty is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Accent Physician Specialists P.A.3304 SW 34th Cir Ste 103 Ocala, FL 34474
    1
    Office4343 Newberry Rd Gainesville, FL 32607
    2
    Southeastern Integrated Medical PL.4881 NW 8th Ave Ste 2 Gainesville, FL 32605
    3

    Practice

    Simedhealth LLC929 N US Highway 27/ 441 Ste 502 Lady Lake, FL 32159
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • AdventHealth Orlando

      601 E Rollins St
      Orlando, FL 32803
      Recipient of 91
      hospital awards

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

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      View all awards

      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

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Orlando Health South Lake Hospital

      1900 Don Wickham Dr
      Clermont, FL 34711
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 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.

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

      1% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • AdventHealth Ocala

      1500 SW 1st Ave
      Ocala, FL 34471
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      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.

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

      1% lower than the national average

      72%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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