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Dr. Allen Lifton, MD

Dr. Allen Lifton, MD

Neurology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Allen Lifton, MD is a neurologist in Venice, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Practice

200 Capri Isles Blvd Unit 7D Venice, FL 34292
Telehealth available
(941) 485-2220

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lifton is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice North Venice, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lifton specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Stroke Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lifton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lifton

2.9

34 ratings, 20 with a written review
5 Star
44%
44%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
53%
53%

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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
DZ – Feb 04, 2025
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
The Professor – Jul 04, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 11, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Deborah S Lowry – Nov 03, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Alan Maurer – Oct 04, 2023
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Telehealth
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Aug 30, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 25, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 09, 2023
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What went well
No results
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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 09, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 09, 2022
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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
Grateful – Mar 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 13, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 01, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
ML Stolte in Sarasota – Jun 12, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 23, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Paul Gans in Venice, FL – Aug 21, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maryanne Roesch in Venice, FL – Jun 30, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nokomis, FL – May 10, 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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kevin in Venice, FL – Jul 01, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael V Schmelzer in North Port, Fl – May 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Allen Lifton, MD is a neurologist in Venice, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Neurology

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  • Strong Mem Hsp University Rochester

    Residency Hospital

  • Albany Medical College

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Locations

Practice

Allen M. Lifton MD PA200 Capri Isles Blvd Unit 7D Venice, FL 34292
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice

    2600 Laurel Rd E
    North Venice, FL 34275
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    20% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

    1700 S Tamiami Trl
    Sarasota, FL 34239
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke

    Stroke Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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