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Dr. Joseph Furman, MD

Dr. Joseph Furman, MD

Neurology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Furman, MD is a neurologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC Mercy. He is accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

200 Lothrop St Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Furman is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian Pittsburgh, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Furman specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Furman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Furman

3.1

16 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
13%
13%
1 Star
38%
38%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Susan S. – Apr 05, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Waste of time – Mar 29, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 04, 2022
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 12, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 21, 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
Helpful
DeMac. Marshall Township – Aug 07, 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
Helpful
Chris in Pittsburgh, PA – Dec 26, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carnegie, PA – Nov 16, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Morgantown, WV – Apr 16, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Furman, MD is a neurologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC Mercy. He is accepting new patients.
  • Neurology

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  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Locations

Practice

UPMC Presbyterian200 Lothrop St Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Office203 Lothrop St Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Practice

Office1400 Locust St Ste 2100 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC Presbyterian

    200 Lothrop St
    Pittsburgh, PA 15213
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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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

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UPMC Mercy

    1400 Locust St
    Pittsburgh, PA 15219
    Recipient of 3
    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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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