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Dr. Franco Vigna, MD

Dr. Franco Vigna, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Franco Vigna, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Niagara Falls, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 58 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (58 reviews)

Practice

6941 Williams Rd Niagara Falls, NY 14304

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vigna specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Vigna's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vigna

4.3

58 ratings, 37 with a written review
5 Star
81%
81%
4 Star
2%
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3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
2%
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1 Star
14%
14%

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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
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Faith R. – Jul 15, 2021
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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
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Flora T. – May 26, 2021
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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
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Joan W. – Apr 01, 2021
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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
Suzanne C. – Mar 26, 2021
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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
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Florence W. – Mar 22, 2021
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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
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Anonymous – Mar 06, 2021
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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
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Anonymous L. – Feb 04, 2021
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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
Daniel V. – Nov 18, 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
Helpful
Christopher F. – Nov 11, 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
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Bruce M. – Oct 28, 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
Helpful
Mltcheii T. – Oct 23, 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
Helpful
Howard W. – Oct 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patricia J. – Oct 21, 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
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Susan S. – Oct 01, 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
  • Long wait times
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Pauline L. – Sep 30, 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
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Joesph U. – Aug 28, 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
Helpful
Sharon L. – Aug 21, 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
Helpful
Teresa C. – Aug 20, 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
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S. R. – Aug 20, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 24, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Franco Vigna is the founder, Chief Executive Officer and primary surgeon at our spine center, and is becoming internationally known for his exceptional skill, his empathetic approach and overall competency at this rapidly expanding practice. This...read more

biography

Dr. Franco Vigna, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon specialist in Niagara Falls, NY. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine.
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Maryland Spinal Reconstructive Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital
  • State University Of New York Health And Science Center At Brooklyn

    Residency Hospital
  • Suny Health Science Center Brooklyn

    Internship Hospital, 2009
  • Maryland Spinal Reconstr Surgery Fellowship Program

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004
  • Suny Health Science Cntr At Brooklyn

    Residency Hospital, 2002
  • State University Of New York At Brooklyn

    Internship Hospital, 1999
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Spine Surgery of Buffalo Niagara LLC6941 Williams Rd Niagara Falls, NY 14304
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Office6932 Williams Rd Ste 1600 Niagara Falls, NY 14304
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Kagan Jugan & Associates PA3210 Cleveland Ave Ste 100 Fort Myers, FL 33901
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Physicians Regional Medical Center North1285 Creekside Blvd E Naples, FL 34109
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kenmore Mercy Hospital

    2950 Elmwood Ave
    Kenmore, NY 14217
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    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

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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