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Dr. Michael Pokabla, DO

Dr. Michael Pokabla, DO

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Pokabla, DO is an ophthalmologist in Slingerlands, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Albany Medical Center Hospital and St Peter's Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

1240 New Scotland Rd Ste 201 Slingerlands, NY 12159

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Pokabla specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Pokabla's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pokabla

4.7

20 ratings, 13 with a written review
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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 people found this helpful
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Andrea Sweet – Jul 10, 2024
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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 07, 2024
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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
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Oct 18, 2023
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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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Nancy L. – Jun 03, 2023
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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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Veronica Cole – Feb 10, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 28, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Mila – Dec 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jill – Jan 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Diane Salvi in Waterford, NY – Feb 06, 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
KKG in Rotterdam NY – Feb 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
6 people found this helpful
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Delmar, NY – Sep 08, 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ramona Maines in Gloveraville, NY – Jun 07, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Schenectady, NY – May 04, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

To provide excellent, individualized care to patients.
  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Surgery

  • Cataract Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Upmc Presby

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • Doctors Hospital Ohio Health

    Residency Hospital, 2009
  • University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
  • Northeast Ohio Medical University

    2001
  • Mount Union College

    Undergraduate School, 1999
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Glaucoma Consultants of the Capital Region PLLC1240 New Scotland Rd Ste 201 Slingerlands, NY 12159
1

Practice

Office15 Vista Blvd Slingerlands, NY 12159
2

Practice

Office203 Lothrop St Pittsburgh, PA 15213
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Peter's Hospital

    315 S Manning Blvd
    Albany, NY 12208
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all 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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Albany Medical Center Hospital

    43 New Scotland Ave
    Albany, NY 12208
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower 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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