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Dr. Lance Besner, MD

Dr. Lance Besner, MD

Psychiatry*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Lance Besner, MD is a psychiatrist in Erie, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Corry Memorial Hospital and Meadville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (18 reviews)

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120 E 2nd St Ste 348 Erie, PA 16507
Telehealth available

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3.1
18 ratings, 5 with a written review
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ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!
Dr. Besner has been my psychiatrist for approximately 10 years. I have nothing but great things to say about his care. Because of his expertise I can honestly say I've improved so much that I barely remember those dark, confusing days. My quality of life is better than it has ever been. He is so understanding, well read, very compassionate and overall the best psychiatrist in Erie.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 22, 2022
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Do not agree with his medication choices. Had to detox off many drugs.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Sep 25, 2019
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Dr. Besner cares so much about you and your situation. Your first appointment with him will be like 45 min. because he wants to know everything about you so that he can help you properly. This doctor is kind, caring, and very knowledgeable. I suggest him 100%.
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
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Jun 11, 2017
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My experience with Dr. and Mrs. Lance Besner MD Has been most wonderful. I came to him very ill and now am enjoying the best mental health I have experienced in decades. I find both charming and well meaning. Dr. has a solid education, And he keeps himself well informed on the newest developments. He has a gentle approach and an exceptional memory as to when my meds might be running out. He is good about insisting on blood work to better insure my good health and safety. I am more than pleased!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Brian McLaughlin MS in Erie, PA – Jul 22, 2016
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Dr Besner is incredibly strange. He obviously has some mental issues himself. His staff will over charge you so pay attention! You'll be better off going to stairways than to this guy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
18 others found this helpful
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Erie, PA – Jun 12, 2016
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Dr. Lance Besner, MD is a psychiatrist in Erie, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Corry Memorial Hospital and...read more

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  • State University Of New York At Buffalo

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
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Office120 E 2nd St Ste 348 Erie, PA 16507
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(814) 459-6017
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(814) 459-4459
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