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Dr. Webster Pilcher, MD

Dr. Webster Pilcher, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Webster Pilcher, MD is a neurosurgeon in Rochester, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities St James Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(585) 275-7944

Dr. Pilcher is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Pilcher specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Pilcher's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pilcher

4.1

31 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
74%
74%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
16%
16%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
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Suzanne Porter – Mar 31, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Tara bird – Jul 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Danielle C Lillie – Apr 12, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 09, 2019
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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Debra – Aug 13, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 13, 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
Helpful
Batavia NY – Jun 09, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Batavia, NY – May 17, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Randy Greig in Rochester, NY – Jul 16, 2016
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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
Noemi Rivera in Rochester, NY – Jun 12, 2016
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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
9 people found this helpful
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John A. in Odessa, NY – Jan 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Webster Pilcher, MD is a neurosurgeon in Rochester, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities St James...read more

  • Neurosurgery

*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 Washington

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • University Rochester

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • University Rochester School Med And Dentistry

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Pilcher is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    University of Rochester601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
    1
    Ur Medicine Primary Care-Batavia7995 Call Pkwy Ste 100 Batavia, NY 14020
    2

    Practice

    UR Medicine Epilepsy Center of Strong Memorial Hospital2180 S Clinton Ave Rochester, NY 14618
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Strong Memorial Hospital

      601 Elmwood Ave
      Rochester, NY 14642
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • St James Hospital

      7329 Seneca Rd N
      Hornell, NY 14843

      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 doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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