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Dr. Paul Lewis, MD

Dr. Paul Lewis, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Lewis, MD is a neurosurgeon in Buffalo, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Brooks-TLC Hospital System and Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 108 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (108 reviews)

Practice

550 Orchard Park Rd Ste A105 Buffalo, NY 14224
Telehealth available

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Dr. Lewis is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lewis specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Lewis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lewis

3.6
108 ratings, 57 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Most Pushy Man
My husband had 2 visits with Dr. Lewis. Both visits were done by PA's. The 2nd visit was horrid; the PA and Dr. Lewis pushed for IMMEDIATE surgery on a herniated disk. It could not wait at all. We tried to ask questions and get some reassurance and there was no bedside manner. When I stated that this issue has already been going on for a long time there was no rush and to stop using scare tactics we were told that he was done with us, to leave, to get a 2nd opinion if I wanted but to NOT come back to him for surgery. The first time ever in my life to be dismissed by a doctor of any kind. He was rude, arrogant, and threatening. I would not take my enemy there.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Jun 02, 2023
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Bad experience - LONG WAIT
I was not too impressed with today. My appt was at 11:40. I arrived at 11:35 and when I walked in, the waiting room was packed. I asked how long the wait would be and the receptionist said 50 minutes. I was on my lunch hour, so I feel they should of called to let me know they were running behind schedule. I waited over an hour and I still wasn't seen. I ultimately left without seeing anyone and they took my co-payment. I was referred to them and this location is over an hour from my residence. I will not be going back. I felt it was rude for them to not notify us and it's rude to let patients wait that long. I'm sure the doctors are excellent, but they need to do a better job at managing their schedule and patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Jg – Jan 26, 2023
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alyssa in office is very rude and unprofessional!!!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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pis sed – Jun 14, 2022
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Definitely recommend Dr.Lewis to any one, I suffer lower back pain with disc degeneration, bullgin disc for 10 yes. And no one understands and do anything for me until I meet Dr.Lewis . I have my life back free pain thanks God and Dr. Lewis. Don't be afraid to surgery always makes research before any decision.
What went well
  • 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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Sandra – Feb 16, 2021
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Dr Lewis is an amazing dr his staff is polite. Dr lewis knows what he is talking about when it come to the neck and back
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
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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amy in hamburg , NY – Jun 25, 2019
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Did a spinal fusion.pain free..
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Apr 13, 2019
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Great experience. Great doctor. Very professional. Extremely competent. Would recommend to anyone needing 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
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Mike J in Lake view, NY – Feb 15, 2019
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I've been with Dr Lewis for over10yrs and I think he is a amazing dr I would and do highly recommend him
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
5 others found this helpful
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Tammy in Buffalo, NY – Nov 17, 2018
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Lumbar surgery. Dr. Lewis is fantastic and relieved months of pain and numbness.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 others found this helpful
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Sep 11, 2018
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I had a Decompression laminectomy and feel so much better now.
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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Denise Abbey in Cheektowaga, NY – Aug 22, 2018
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Dr Lewis did a fantastic job on rebuilding my neck.I played football until I was 37 years old with many hard impacts to the neck,I began having servere numbness in my arms and hands and lost most of my upper body strength in my arms,right after I awoke from surgery I felt much better the nagging pain in the center of my neck was gone and I could turn my head without the grinding and grating I had before,also the spring in my legs has returned as my legs felt heavy and flat before. Thank you
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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Joe Violanti in Eden, NY – Aug 08, 2018
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My surgery was a success, I am so happy living pain free!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jill Clark in Gasport, NY – Jul 19, 2018
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Opened my eyes from the surgery and the pain in my right arm was gone and did not have a struggle to recover from the surgery felt pretty good after the first of recovery
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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Bill rallis in Sturgeonfalls ont canada – Jul 18, 2018
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Great staff but receptionist was consistently rude and uninterested. PA and nurse were excellent
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Jeff Halpin in Grand Island, NY – Jul 17, 2018
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I had lumbar surgery done in December of 2017 which was very very successful. Before the surgery I had trouble walking keeping my balance going up and down stairs daily chores. Now I fell like I am back to own self I can move around like before I had the back issues. All within 3 months. If you are ever of need of any back surgery he is the man see. I would recommend him to anyone I do or do not know. If you are need come see him you will not regret it. I feel like I owe him a big thanks.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ernestine Fuller in Niagara Falls – Apr 12, 2018
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I had a cervical D Traxx Surgery on March 22 , 2018 done by Dr. Lewis and immediately had instant relief. I woke up and felt great. My recovery is going well and I"m looking forward to getting back to a normal routine. Thank You Again Dr. Lewis.
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
2 others found this helpful
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James – Apr 04, 2018
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I have had both lumbar and cevical surgeries. The outcomes have been excellent. My first surgery from a different doctor was a disaster. I felt as though I was going to die with the pain he left me with. I came to see Dr.Lewis and he saved my life. He was determined to help me and learned a procedure to do a different approach to get to the disc and it worked. I owe my life to him and his staff. Everyone there is vey professional and sincere when taking care of their patients.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Charles Hull in Belfast New York – Apr 02, 2018
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I I do not recommend this doctor to anyone. The reason is simple, his office staff are beneath contempt. The receptionist will smile at you while she lies to your face. If your appointment is at 11 o’clock, don’t be surprised if you do not see a doctor until 4 o’clock. They overbook on purpose because theyare greedy people. When your insurance company Starts to question the bills, they start to become less interested in you. They don’t even hide this fact. God help you
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2018
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T11 removed feels great.
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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Bryan in Kenmore – Feb 08, 2018
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If you like to sit in a waiting room he's the guy to see. every time I been there it's been over a hour wait. I'm now looking for a new doctor
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
11 others found this helpful
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Feb 01, 2018
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Dr. Paul Lewis, MD is a neurosurgeon in Buffalo, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Brooks-TLC Hospital...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Lewis is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Buffalo Neurosurgery PC550 Orchard Park Rd Ste A105 Buffalo, NY 14224
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mercy Hospital of Buffalo

      565 Abbott Rd
      Buffalo, NY 14220
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      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

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    • Brooks-TLC Hospital System

      529 Central Ave
      Dunkirk, NY 14048

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Olean General Hospital

      515 Main St
      Olean, NY 14760

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      66%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      10% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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