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Dr. Cora Foster, MD

Dr. Cora Foster, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Cora Foster, MD is a general surgeon in Ithaca, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1989. She is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

1301 Trumansburg Rd Ste E Ithaca, NY 14850
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(607) 273-3161

At a Glance

  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Foster's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Foster

3.2
11 ratings, 6 with a written review
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1 star
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Right breast lumpectomy March 24, 2020.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sherrill Wainer – Apr 27, 2020
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Misdiagnosed my condition and did not read results of tests she ordered. This negligence resulted in 2 unnecessary surgeries.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 03, 2019
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The first time I walked into Dr. Foster's office I did not want to be there, because I did not want to have breast cancer. Naturally, I was determined to not like anything about any of it. That Dr. Foster, at first came across as ever so confident and all knowing did not help my cause. About a dozen appointments and two surgeries later I think she really does know her stuff, she is knowledgeable, highly skilled and I am pleased with with the treatment I received. Excellent support staff as well
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2019
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Dr. Cora Foster did my parathyroidectomy in Spring 2017. She explained the benefits and risks very clearly. She was knowledgeable, patient and thoughtful. The surgery was successful. I feel better. And, year later, I can’t even see the scar.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Myra K in Ithaca, NY – May 17, 2018
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When Dr foster performed lumpectomy on my right breast ,msgis
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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survivor in Ithaca, NY – Dec 29, 2016
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Dr Cora Foster removed my septic gallbladder after having to cut through a lot of scar tissue. She was the highly skilled surgeon who saved my life this year. Thank you Dr Foster!
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
Helpful
Micaela Corazon in Ithaca, NY – Dec 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Cora Foster, MD is a general surgeon in Ithaca, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1989. She is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • General Surgery

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  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
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Locations

Practice

Office1301 Trumansburg Rd Ste E Ithaca, NY 14850
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca

    101 Dates Dr
    Ithaca, NY 14850
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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