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Dr. Bruce Schirmer, MD

Dr. Bruce Schirmer, MD

General Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Bruce Schirmer, MD is a general surgeon in Charlottesville, VA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with UVA Health Sciences Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (24 reviews)

UVA Health UVA Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Clinic

1300 Jefferson Park Ave Charlottesville, VA 22903

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(434) 924-2121

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Schirmer is affiliated with UVA Health Sciences Center Charlottesville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schirmer specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schirmer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schirmer

3.8

24 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
25%
25%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jul 15, 2024
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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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Will NEVER USE AGAIN – Feb 10, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
May 09, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 07, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Richard Hall – Aug 26, 2022
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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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 31, 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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mark – Aug 22, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Carolyn Woodson – Jun 14, 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
Crystal W. Gray – Jan 17, 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
Stari Bailey in Lynchburg , VA – Feb 21, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cathy Perdue in Newport, Va – Jun 15, 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
Grammyhokie in Lynchburg, VA – Mar 10, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jane in Charlottesville, VA – Aug 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Appomattox, VA – Jun 24, 2016
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Susan Gerardo-Stewart in New Market, Virginia – Jan 21, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Schirmer treats cancer at the UVA Cancer Center in Charlottesville, VA. He is a Professor of Surgery in the General Surgery division of the Surgery department. His research interests include gastrointestinal motility, gastrointestinal hormones, and applications of minimally invasive surgery.

biography

Dr. Schirmer treats cancer at the UVA Cancer Center in Charlottesville, VA. He is a Professor of Surgery in the General Surgery division of the Surgery department. His research interests include gastrointestinal motility, gastrointestinal hormones, and applications of minimally invasive surgery.

  • General Surgery

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  • Duke University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1979

  • Duke University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1979

  • Duke University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978

  • Princeton University

    Undergraduate School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

UVA Health UVA Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Clinic

UVA Health UVA Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Clinic1300 Jefferson Park Ave Charlottesville, VA 22903
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UVA Health Surgical Care

UVA Health Surgical Care1300 Jefferson Park Ave # 4 Charlottesville, VA 22903
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UVA Health Sciences Center

    1215 Lee St
    Charlottesville, VA 22908
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

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