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Dr. Andrew Wensel, MD

Dr. Andrew Wensel, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Andrew Wensel, MD is a neurosurgeon in Rochester, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities FF Thompson Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642

Make an Appointment

(585) 467-1643

Dr. Wensel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Wensel specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Wensel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wensel

3.7

32 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
66%
66%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
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2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
28%
28%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 18, 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
Helpful
Lisa Schlieter – Oct 29, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Hayden – Jul 20, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Thomas Marotta – Sep 29, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
John Frank, Rochester, NY – Jan 14, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
David Peroni in New Hartford, NY – Aug 20, 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
Steven Henninger in Waterloo, NY – Nov 10, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Registered nurse in Rochester, NY – Sep 22, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sondra Griffin in Rochester, NY – Sep 07, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Annmarie in Webster – Jul 16, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Charlotte Sanford in New York, NY – Apr 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Patient-centered evidence-based care. I prefer to personally meet with my patients and discuss all surgical options that may be indicated and answer questions that undoubtedly arise.

  • Neurosurgery

*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 Of Rochester Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001

  • Case Western Reserve University

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Wensel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    University of Rochester601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
    1

    Practice

    Office1445 Portland Ave Ste 305 Rochester, NY 14621
    2

    Practice

    UR Medicine Epilepsy Center of Strong Memorial Hospital2180 S Clinton Ave Rochester, NY 14618
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Strong Memorial Hospital

      601 Elmwood Ave
      Rochester, NY 14642
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • FF Thompson Hospital

      350 Parrish St
      Canandaigua, NY 14424

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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