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Dr. Michael Alunni, MD

Dr. Michael Alunni, MD

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Alunni, MD is an ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in 2005. He is affiliated with St Clair Hospital.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

420 E North Ave Ste 116 Pittsburgh, PA 15212

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Alunni specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
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Dr. Alunni's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alunni

3.5
19 ratings, 13 with a written review
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He is very focused and very professional! I felt safe and comfortable while he was doing my cataracts!
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
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Pat Murdzak – Apr 12, 2024
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I heard he was the best with this procedure
Answered all my questions and gave me a complete sense of confidence. I enjoy when a dr has a sense of humor as well, puts me at ease. First eye is complete (cataract and astigmatism) and I’m looking forward to second eye. Office staff and staff at surgery center were all amazing. Highly 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
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Maureen – Jan 14, 2024
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Excellent cataract surgury
Dr. Alunni was very nice and answered all of my questions. Had cataract surgery in my eye that had previous surgery for a detached retina. Cataract surgery went very well, no issues, no pain. Highly recommended.
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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Nov 21, 2023
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Horrible behavior
This Dr. Is an ignorant, arrogant idiot. He has no ability to communicate with his staff or patients. I never, ever have experienced a Dr, behave like him. If I could rate him 0 stars I Would have. He needs an attitude adjustment immediately. He is uncomfortable to interact with. I would never recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Jan 07, 2023
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Dr. Aloofni - A Cruel Man and Subpar Doctor
Dr. Alunni has the worst bedside manner of any healthcare professional I’ve ever interacted with. He’s callous and cold, verging on heartless. He verbally berated my 57-year old mother after she was understandably saddened about her vision loss, saying that “She knew it was coming” and “she shouldn’t be crying.” We’ve given him several chances and each time he’s been unhelpful and rude. Even after confirming that she’s gone blind in one eye, he refuses to write a note to her office explaining the situation. After seeing the way he treated my mother with my own eyes, I’ve decided to pull her from his care. I would strongly recommend avoiding him if you can - I would never want him to treat you or a family member of yours the same way.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 others found this helpful
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Cheech Manohar – Apr 22, 2022
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Phenomenal Doctor + Surgeon
Knowledgeable, efficient, provides exceptional care and attention to detail. His bedside manner may not always be the most warm, but I don’t choose my doctors based on how much I am coddled or how nice they are. I choose them based on their expertise and results. He is one the best in the field and would recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 11, 2022
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Total. Arrogant. Jerk. Responds to questions with hostility. Does not inspire a lot of confidence. I would not let him perform surgery on my elderly mother.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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May 28, 2020
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Even though procedures for both eyes for cataracts went well, I immediately developed a worse glow at night with lights. I needed laser surgery, in the office, on each eye to remove a thickening of the front of where the new lens was inserted. When he came in to do the second eye, I asked a few simple questions about concerns I had. He immediately berated and belittled me, and said he would put me in an exam room and then we could discuss things, I was absolutely shocked. Said he didn’t have time for this and he had other patients waiting. I have never in my life been treated like this. I have never given anyone a bad review, but this was over the top. Even his assistant left the room and didn’t return until he was done, then she walked me out. Choose someone else.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
9 others found this helpful
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Mar 05, 2020
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Dr. Alunni is an excellent doctor and surgeon. He did cataract surgery for my friend who was happy with her outcome and thrilled to be able to see better after struggling for years with poor vision. I drove her to her eye appointments with Dr. Alunni. He presented all treatment options along with his recommendations, but allowed my friend to decide what was right for her and when she wanted to have surgery. He provided honest answers in plain English, listened to her concerns, and did a great job on her eyes. Follow up was straight forward with clear instructions and office check up to make sure everything looked good. My friend and I were both very impressed with the outcome and level of care. Highly recommend this doctor for cataract surgery.
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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Jan 25, 2020
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Dr Alunni was to see my parent for post op visit for surgery His Staff was professional He came immediately in room rude and aggressive I asked why He said Iam going over same thing as last visit I said your office told us to come I didn’t want to He even went back and forth with my 81 yr old mother .. Really There were 3 other doctors in room I asked them what’s going on every thing was going so smooth He said things as a Doctor That was very rude I asked him why was he so aggressive he was there 4 minutes top his office told us to come he said may be it’s for the insurance There is a certain hat you have to wear when your a doctor I would not trust his hands on eyes he does not display a calm demeanor Beware if You are looking for a caring Doctor He is not the one!!!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Sep 20, 2019
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Absolutely wonderful! Great pre- and Post op care
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
3 others found this helpful
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Gwen in Pittsburgh, PA – Jul 13, 2017
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I had appointment with this Dr for an examination for glaucoma/eye exam. I was displease with the service his assistant was adamant about getting the script for my glasses I refused She asked me for it several times not taking no for an answer this must have set the tone. The Dr. exam must have revealed cataracts because he said to me that he let his patients tell him when they needed surgery, no other explanations who does that I evaluate Dr's. that I visit he totally was not a good fit
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Not Impressed in Pittsburg, PA – May 10, 2017
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Just completed two cataract surgeries. Extremely pleased with results and the ease of the surgeries.
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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Canonsburg, PA – Apr 29, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Alunni, MD is an ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in 2005. He is affiliated with St Clair Hospital.
  • Ophthalmology

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  • Thomas Jefferson University

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Freeman & Eger LLP420 E North Ave Ste 116 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Clair Hospital

    1000 Bower Hill Rd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15243
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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