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Dr. Donna Pietrocola, MD

Dr. Donna Pietrocola, MD

General Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Donna Pietrocola, MD is a general surgeon in Albany, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1975. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as St Peter's Hospital and Samaritan Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

25 Hackett Blvd Fl 4 Albany, NY 12208

Make an Appointment

(518) 262-2592

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pietrocola is affiliated with St Peter's Hospital Albany, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Pietrocola's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pietrocola

4.8
24 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Best DOCTOR ever!!
Doctor Pietrocola was my breast doctor for years and I saw her frequently with my cystic condition.Then I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2011 and she was wonderful with my care through my total mastectomy. Great bedside manner and wonderful surgeon!
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
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Bonnie Kennedy – Jul 31, 2022
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I was diagnosed in 2009. Dr. Pietrocola did the lumpectomy. Following this procedure I went for a 2nd opinion at Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston. The surgeon who reviewed my case there raved about how well she performed given my diagnosis and markers. She has been an amazing support since then. One of AMC's greatest assets!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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MDM – Jun 30, 2020
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Aunt Donna is a gem I miss... love you Aunt Donna!
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
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Michael J. Pietrocola II – May 21, 2020
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My own experience with her was remarkable. 2016 I saw Doctor Pietrocola after receiving my diagnosis. She was one of the best doctors I have ever had. Explained all in great detail. Made me totally comfortable with what was happening. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone with full confidence that there is none better. If I needed to see someone again it would be her!
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
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Sue in Brunswick NY – Dec 14, 2019
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Made me feel very at ease with my great surgery and followed up with the same wonderful bedside manner. I think this is a very rare quality for a surgeon.
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
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Evie Wright – Jul 27, 2019
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I have recommended this remarkable doctor to everyone I knew who had the unfortunate diagnosis of breast cancer. She saved my life and I will be forever grateful to her. She was the BEST IN THE AREA. I will miss her greatly. :-)
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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Marilyn D. in Green Island, NY – Aug 24, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Donna Pietrocola, MD is a general surgeon in Albany, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1975. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as St Peter's Hospital and Samaritan Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • Albany Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1979

  • Albany Medical College

    Medical School, 1975
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Locations

Practice

South Clinical Campus-Breast Care Center25 Hackett Blvd Fl 4 Albany, NY 12208
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Peter's Hospital

    315 S Manning Blvd
    Albany, NY 12208
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Samaritan Hospital

    2215 Burdett Ave
    Troy, NY 12180
    Recipient of 2
    hospital 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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Albany Medical Center Hospital

    43 New Scotland Ave
    Albany, NY 12208
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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