Dr. James Twist, MD

Ophthalmology*MaleAge 70

Ophthalmology*

Dr. James Twist, MD is an ophthalmologist in Buffalo, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Buffalo General Medical Center and ECMC Health Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. James Twist, MD

Practice

2156 Sheridan Dr Buffalo, NY 14223
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Accepting new patients

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Twist specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
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Dr. Twist's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Twist

4.1

35 ratings, 22 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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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Jan 12, 2023
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Karen Okoniewski – Jan 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Dec 04, 2022
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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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Jul 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Patricia Hughes – Apr 25, 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
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James Snee – Nov 10, 2020
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What went well
  • 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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Fay Sugg – 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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Cynthia – Sep 02, 2020
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May 21, 2020
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What could be improved
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1 person found this helpful
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Mikeyny – Jan 31, 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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John H. Wilcox - Lancaster NY – Aug 24, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 16, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Patricia Schaus in Amherst, NY – Jan 24, 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
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Elaine Thomas – Jul 16, 2018
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Jan 27, 2018
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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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Lynn in N. Tonawanda, NY – Oct 18, 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
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Philip in Hamburg, NY – Jul 28, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Bob Kaine in Buffalo, NY – Jul 27, 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
What could be improved
No results
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sal lotempio in amherst ny – Jul 26, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
10 people found this helpful
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Buffalo, NY – Jul 20, 2017
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biography

Dr. James Twist, MD is an ophthalmologist in Buffalo, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Buffalo General...read more
  • Ophthalmology

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  • State University Of New York At Buffalo

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated2156 Sheridan Dr Buffalo, NY 14223
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Practice

Sisters of Charity Hospital of Buffalo2157 Main St Buffalo, NY 14214
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  • Hours
    • Mon: open 24 hours
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    • Sat: open 24 hours
    • Sun: open 24 hours
  • Directions
St Joseph Hospital of Cheektowaga New York2605 Harlem Rd Buffalo, NY 14225
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Practice

Office2950 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14217
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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

    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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Buffalo General Medical Center

    100 High St
    Buffalo, NY 14203
    Recipient of 3
    hospital 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

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • ECMC Health Campus

    462 Grider St
    Buffalo, NY 14215
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher 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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