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Dr. Charles Catania, MD

Dr. Charles Catania, MD

Family Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Catania, MD is a family medicine physician in West Chester, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Chester County Hospital and Riddle Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

1240 Wrights Ln West Chester, PA 19380
Telehealth available
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Dr. Catania's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Catania

4.3
23 ratings, 17 with a written review
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Great doc!
Can't see enough good things about Dr. Catania. Friendly, relaxed, took his time answering my questions. Very accessible. GREAT front desk team too. Feel lucky to have found him!
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
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2025
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Friendly Doc
Dr. catania was in time, saw me for a same day appointment when I otherwise would have ended up in the emergency room for my heart failure. He was attentive and explained everything very well. His staff followed up and called me the next day and the week after to make sure I was doing well! I’m so glad I have a doctor who takes such personal approach to his patients… he truly is an old time 24/7 caregiver!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Michael H – Feb 28, 2023
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He’s been extremely proactive. I’m so grateful to have found him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Denis Branca – Nov 23, 2022
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Dr. Catania has the best side manner, he answers my questions with attention and respect. He has cared for my boys with great attention to their specific needs and takes his time to listen to them. We also had to visit him recently in his Covid clinic and it's amazing how he puts himself in front of sick patients day in and day out without regard for his own health. We greatly appreciate Dr. Catania and Love that he cares for our entire family... And even though we would never use it, we too have his cell number ... Thank you Dr. Catania for all you do
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Dorothy – Mar 14, 2021
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Very unprofessional and poor bedside manner. Spoke to him as an on-call doctor after finding out I had been exposed to someone who had COVID. He accused me of lying and was too busy to answer questions. Another family member saw him for testing 5 days ago and has called back multiple times since, and Dr. Catania still has not returned the call with the results or instructions as promised.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
7 others found this helpful
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Feb 27, 2021
I am so sorry you had this experience with me...... Read More
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Never have I met a doctor so in tune with patient needs. Dr. Catania goes above and beyond. His actions show he truly cares about each and every one of us. I came to him with an immediate need, I received a phone call within 5 minutes, from the dr, not office staff. He has guided me through my illness the past three days without one complaint. He listens to everything I have to say, adjusts my plan as needed and doesn’t make me feel like just “another patient”. Docs like this are hard to find. I’m so grateful for his knowledge and compassion through this obstacle in my life!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 05, 2021
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Can't believe this doctor could have poor reviews. I am constantly impressed with his attention to detail. He is always prepared for his appointments. In this I mean he remembers the patients current and past issues. He asks questions and waits for the answer. I have never felt rushed. Never felt like he isn't listening. I could ask for a better doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Mary – Feb 02, 2021
Dr. Catania's Reply –
Very kind of you Mary, thank you and stay safe
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During the Covid outbreak the doctor has not only put his health and well being aside to do the right thing for his patients, he has also made himself available on off hours to answer many of our families unanswered questions! He has such a healing soul about him! We are thankful for Dr Catania and his staff!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Renee – Apr 01, 2020
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Worst bedside manner I’ve ever experienced from a doctor. He doesn’t listen, assumes you’re an idiot and talks to you as such, and makes judgements before receiving all of the facts. I seriously cannot believe he actually has patients.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Megan – Feb 26, 2020
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I am 82 years old and have known and been treated by many Doctors. Dr. Catania is one of the best. Takes his time with me and has ALWAYS been careful, caring, skillful and accurate. What more could one ask!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Joseph Ciampaglia – Jan 23, 2020
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Not sure what the negative post was about but this doctor really cares, he spends time, is knowledgeable, follows up the next day with our family... and we even have his personal cell number ... I guess you can’t please everyone 100% of the time, but this doc sure tries
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Michael Fischer – Jul 12, 2019
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Horrible Care. If you have serious issue, stay way from him. He is good for wellness visits only.
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
7 others found this helpful
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West Chester , PA – Jun 21, 2019
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Dr. Catania listens to the patient, exhibits care, and discusses multiple options. He is an encouraging medical professional. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Catania to others and have done so frequently.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Apr 13, 2019
Dr. Catania's Reply –
Thank you for your kind words.
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I love this Doctor. He gives you all the time you need. Listens to you. Never rushes you. I think he might be the best doctor I have ever had. I highly recommend him. My husband loves him too.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2019
Very kind of you to post, I am lucky to be doing... Read More
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Respectful of time, listens and is attentive to our families needs, he is available for same day appointments and even calls us back in a very timely manner... his office staff is great / always full of smiles and respect, everything a doctors office should be
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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PA – Jan 19, 2019
Dr. Catania's Reply –
Thank you so Much, I am very Grateful
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Timely, efficient, good listener! Office staff was polite and welcoming, they even followed up with me the next day and called me with normal lab results! All around great experience
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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EVAN C. in West Chester, PA – May 22, 2018
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Practices like an old time family doctor, listens, takes his time, and communicates well
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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JEN FINGERS in West Chester, PA – Jun 16, 2016
Dr. Catania's Reply –
Very Kind of you to say That! Hope all is well
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Catania has an interest in pediatrics, with an emphasis in genetics due to his previous experiences working at The Children?s Hospital of Philadelphia. He also has an interest in minor dermatological procedures, diabetes and adolescent medicine....read more
  • Family Medicine

  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

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  • Hospice & Palliat Care Center

    2017
  • Underwood Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2007
  • American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006
  • Hartwick College, Oneonta Ny

    Undergraduate School, 2000
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American Board of Family Medicine®
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    Locations

    Practice

    Office1240 Wrights Ln West Chester, PA 19380
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:30am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 7:30am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 7:30am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 7:30am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Gateway Medical Associates PC412 Creamery Way Ste 400 Exton, PA 19341
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

      3400 Spruce St
      Philadelphia, PA 19104
      Recipient of 60
      hospital awards

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      86%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      11% higher than the national average

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    • Chester County Hospital

      701 E Marshall St
      West Chester, PA 19380
      Recipient of 44
      hospital awards

      America's 100 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

      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

      View all awards

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Paoli Hospital

      255 W Lancaster Ave
      Paoli, PA 19301
      Recipient of 16
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all 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

      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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