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Dr. Stephen Updegraff, MD

Dr. Stephen Updegraff, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Updegraff, MD is an ophthalmologist in Saint Petersburg, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Anthony's Hospital and HCA Florida Northside Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

1601 38th Ave N Saint Petersburg, FL 33713

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Updegraff specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Updegraff's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Updegraff

4.0

35 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
3%
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3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
20%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
Helpful
Jan 17, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 13, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stephen – Dec 06, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
K.Winkler – Nov 28, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 people found this helpful
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Ronald Clark – Dec 18, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Sandra Redden – Oct 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
4 people found this helpful
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Jan 27, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Nov 22, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Marlene Hart, MD – Oct 10, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jennifer in Seminole, FL – Nov 27, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Joseph Christensen in Gulfport, fl – Oct 14, 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
  • Long wait times
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Demecio Molina in Seminole, FL – Aug 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tampa, FL – Aug 04, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Pankaj Doshi in Tampa, FL – Jun 19, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
John G. in St Petersburg, FL – Dec 13, 2016
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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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
captroy in St Petersburg, FL – Jun 06, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

It is our mission to provide you with the best vision. We do so safely and accurately, using state-of-the-art technology, skill and personalized attention. Education is at the core of our success, guiding our patients through the many surgical...read more
  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Surgery

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & Refractive 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.

  • University Tex

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995
  • Lsu Eye Center

    Residency Hospital, 1994
  • Charity Hosp-lsu School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1990
  • Charity Hospital Lsu School Med

    Internship Hospital, 1990
  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
  • Eckerd College

    Undergraduate School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Office1601 38th Ave N Saint Petersburg, FL 33713
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Anthony's Hospital

    1200 7th Ave N
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

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

    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 would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital

    701 6th St S
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HCA Florida Northside Hospital

    6000 49th St N
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33709
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

    View all awards

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

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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