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Dr. Marlene Murphy-Setzko, MD

Dr. Marlene Murphy-Setzko, MD

Urology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Marlene Murphy-Setzko, MD is a urologist in Bristol, CT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1993. She is affiliated with Bristol Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 62 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (62 reviews)

Bristol Health Urology

15 Riverside Ave Bristol, CT 06010
Telehealth available

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Dr. Murphy-Setzko is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Murphy-Setzko specializes in the area of Urology. 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
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Murphy-Setzko's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Murphy-Setzko

4.7
62 ratings, 28 with a written review
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She was incredible! So patient and kind. She has a wonderful bedside manner and gave me full explanation of the situation and next steps. Would 1000% recommend!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Shannon Cohen – Jan 30, 2025
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First meeting. Very casual demeaner. Very communicative. Displayed excellent experience. Receptive to direct communication. Looking forward to our next scheduled interaction.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Barbara Lambert – Jun 28, 2024
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Finally… a great practitioner!
I went through reviews for a urologist and when I read all of Dr. Murphy-Setzko’s I was impressed. She definitely exceeded all of my expectations and I left her office feeling that she actually does care about me and wants to help me… unlike my other doctors that have missed things on my CT scan, and should have referred me to urology. I made the decision myself to see urology and am so glad I did. I have already recommended her to friends and family. Looking forward to feeling better.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jenna McKelvey – Jun 08, 2024
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Dr with a heart of gold
Went to see this Dr for kidney stones. A no nonsense person who speaks truth and very upfront about your care and concerns. Very compassionate, people friendly but most of all has a Heart of Gold for her patients. Truly a remarkable individual.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Wandap – May 23, 2024
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Excellent! Personable, knowledgeable, kind, great explanation of ongoing issues. Ability to put patient at ease..phenomenal.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Arlene Palmer – Apr 29, 2024
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Excellent listener
First visit. She allowed plenty of time to listen and execute appropriate treatment. Remarkable
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
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Apr 05, 2024
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Very good listens to her parents All attention
Dr Murphy makes you feel like your most important person in the exam room . Excellent with trying new treatment
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
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Kathleen Castolene – Mar 14, 2024
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A true gem of a doctor!
This was my first visit with Dr. Murphy. She is absolutely wonderful. I was terrified about a potentially serious problem with my kidney. She explained all to me and drew a diagram. In the end I felt better and reassured.
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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Debra Eddy – Mar 02, 2024
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Telehealth
Dr. Marlene is able to relate in a very special and down to earth way. She is one of a kind. All doctors should have her demeanor.
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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Terry Collins – Feb 10, 2024
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Very nice and informative doctor. Answered all my questions and explained my medications and usage.
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
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Jan 25, 2024
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Handled beautifully
The efficiency, cleanliness and courtesy was appreciated.
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
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Jan 12, 2024
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I enjoyed my experience there thanks!
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
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Bruce Schilling – Nov 15, 2023
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Truly Exceptional!
Dr. Marlene Murphy-Setzkois is an incredible urologist! Not only will she take great care of all your health care needs, she is an amazing person to speak with at every visit. She provides thorough, detailed care that is lost by so many providers. Dr Murphy- Setzkois demonstrates a true commitment to her patients and I cannot speak more highly of her! She takes the time to explain treatment options, resolve any and all obstacles related to medical care and is extremely knowledgeable. Dr Murphy- Setzkois takes the time to listen and displays empathy, a trait lost by so many healthcare providers in recent times. She provides the most outstanding quality of medical care and I am incredibly grateful for her. You will find that Dr Murphy- Setzkois goes above and beyond every time! I highly recommend becoming her patient!!!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Amy LeClerc – Sep 28, 2023
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Amazing doctor.
She was so down to earth and personable. I felt so comfortable with her. I felt like i was talking to a family member. There was no beating around the bush with her. She called me as soon as my results came in and was straight forward with the diagnosis. I couldn't ask for a better doctor. I wish she could follow me around and be my doctor for everything. She will forever be highly recommended by myself.
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
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Paige p – Aug 24, 2023
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Dr. Murphy-Setzko is the best Dr. I have ever been to. No exaggeration. What a Great Person and Great Doctor.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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James Hynes – Jul 14, 2023
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I am a 67 yr old man who was rushed to the hospital in Manchester CT on Thanksgiving Day due to complications from a Lithotripsy I had the week before. The next morning I was scheduled for surgery, this was when my wife and I first met Dr. Murphy-Setzko. As I was being prepped, Dr. Murphy-Setzko took the time to explain what was going on, and what she was going to do to put my wife's mind at ease. The surgery took longer than she thought, but when she was done she came out and again spent the time to explain things to my wife. Dr, Murphy-Setzko continued to check on me for the next two weeks. Dr. Murphy is incredible, it is rare to find a doctor that combines such a personal touch with outstanding medical care! I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a specialist!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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A very rare type of Doctor, one whom truly cares a – Dec 19, 2021
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very caring and honest evaluation of a frightening problem.....friendly and very knowledgeable
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Richard Clothier – Dec 19, 2020
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Dr Murphy was fantastic! She took time to listen and then explain my condition all the while being extremely supportive. I have been to numerous doctors and she is the only one who seemed to be able to have a handle on what needed to be done and how to proceed. What a relief! I highly recommend her!
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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Robin Lieblein – Sep 17, 2020
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On my first visit with Dr Murphy-Setzko listened and created a working plan that solved my bladder UTI problem that has been trailing me since December 2019 and two weeks after surgery, all annoying symptom have cleared up. Dr Murphy-Setzko is a break through doctor for me and I hope the her expertise and talent are noticed at Berkshire Medical Center Urology!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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David M Bimbane – Jun 09, 2020
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Dr. Murphy-Setzko was readily available both times I needed a physician and returned my calls promptly. She assessed my needs and prescribed the necessary medications in a very professional, competent, and caring manner. Thank you Dr. Marlene Murphy-Setzko.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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M.O. from Iowa – Apr 11, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Medicine is about caring for the whole patient- not just the disease state. I believe in getting to know each of my patients on an individual basis and work hard to meet their needs as we progress together towards control of their problem. I embrace...read more
  • Urology

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  • John Dempsey Hospital Of University Of Ct Health Center

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
  • Trinity College

    Undergraduate School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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Dr. Murphy-Setzko is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Bristol Health Urology

    Bristol Health Urology15 Riverside Ave Bristol, CT 06010
    1

    Bristol Health Urology-Southington

    Bristol Health Urology-Southington167 Main St Southington, CT 06489
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Bristol Hospital

      41 Brewster Rd
      Bristol, CT 06010

      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

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

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