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Dr. Norman Sfeir, MD

Dr. Norman Sfeir, MD

Pulmonology*

Dr. Norman Sfeir, MD is a pulmonology specialist in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Sfeir has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Buffalo General Medical Center and Catholic Health-St. Joseph Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1616 Kensington Ave Buffalo, NY 14215
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sfeir is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital Kenmore, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sfeir specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. See board certifications
  • 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. Sfeir's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sfeir

2.8
17 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
41%
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4 star
6%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
53%
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Disability Appointment
During the summer of 2022 my employer sent me to Dr. Sfeir for an examination to confirm diagnosed lung conditions. He had me blow into a chamber once and then told me to open my mouth and say 'ah' twice. That was the extent of my physical examination. With this exam he felt confident to report NO EVIDENCE of previously diagnosed lung conditions. I most definitely would NOT recommend him to anyone. SMH.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 17, 2024
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HE KNOWS HIS STUFF
I'M 75 YEARS OLD, HAVE BEEN WITH DR. SFIER 17 YEARS. FOR YOU "OLD" GUYS OUT THERE, ALL I CAN SAY IS ... IF YOU WERE IN A FOX HOLE HE'S THE ONE YOU WANT WITH YOU. I'LL SAY NO MORE!
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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FRANK D WROBLEWSKI – May 20, 2022
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Dr Sfeir appears to be out of touch and insensitive. He should sit in an administrative office and not see patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 10, 2022
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Dr. Speir made an incredibly inappropriate comment to my 78 year old mother. She had chosen to not got the Covid vaccine. When Dr. Speir tried to persuade her and was unsuccessful he said to her, “I’ll see you next year if you’re not dead”. What a low class thing to say. I think he should be held accountable for saying such a thing. And at the very least he has lost a patient and hopefully others who will look for a open minded health care professional who isn’t trying to peddle a very ineffective vaccine to say the least.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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Darrick Castronova – Feb 13, 2022
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If you don’t mind sitting in the waiting room for 45 minutes then to be called back and sitting another 50 minutes then he’s your doctor. Had an appointment today at 11:30, by 12:05 I decided to let them know I was leaving. She ask my name, then told me I was already in room 5???????… no, I’ve been sitting out here in your waiting room. Unprofessional all the way, starting with the doctor. Bye Felicia
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 14, 2021
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Very poor. His poor judgement resulted in a trip to the ER at 2 AM and follow up at Cleveland Clinic where the medical team were in disbelief that he made the decision to discontinue oxygen for my uncle without performing the proper battery of tests to determine O2 saturation. After weeks of my aunt begging to get him oxygen, he "determined" that my uncle didn't need it anymore and the unit was picked up and taken away. The long term issues he has caused, combined with the confusion and emotional burden that my aunt has had to bear running all over WNY trying to get my uncle oxygen so he can live was unreal. All validated by Cleveland Clinic. We are switching doctors and would recommend others look elsewhere too. No one should have to go through what we have gone through.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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HeartSick in WNY – Oct 08, 2019
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Initially, last year, very good; recently NOT good. I had to do a 6 minute walk with him, after walk no comments on the outcome, I don't know why it had to be done. Felt like I was an intrusion on his time. Canceling follow up appointment and will look for someone who at least pretends to care. Not sure what's going on with him, but obviously something is. Very disappointed!! Would NOT recommend him to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 27, 2019
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Very unprofessional and non compassionate. Elderly family member was referred to him by cardiologist in the same office because of an issue discovered during routine testing. He acted as if we were wasting his time very short & curt. He advised that some further testing be performed. During follow up visit he indicated certain issues and stated he could provide some samples of a med to see if it would help the problem, didn't have any samples, didn't prescribed the medicine so we will never know if it would help. Family member still experiencing issues, made a follow up appt, arrived on time ,wasn't seen until 40 min later. When he entered the room, he didn't even apologize for the delay, rudely asked why we were there, tried to explain the symptoms were still present and asked what could be done, what about meds/treatments. Made my family member feel worthless & invaluable as an elderly person. Terrible
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 13, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Norman Sfeir, MD is a pulmonology specialist in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Sfeir has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Buffalo General Medical Center and Catholic Health-St. Joseph Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Pulmonology

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Kaleida Health Sys Buffalo Gen

    Residency Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Univ. Nuclear Medicine Inc.1616 Kensington Ave Buffalo, NY 14215
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 3:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 2:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 2:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 2:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 2:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Buffalo General Medical Center

    100 High St
    Buffalo, NY 14203
    Recipient of 3
    hospital 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

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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  • Catholic Health-St. Joseph Campus

    2605 Harlem Rd
    Cheektowaga, NY 14225
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards
  • Kenmore Mercy Hospital

    2950 Elmwood Ave
    Kenmore, NY 14217
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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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

    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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