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Dr. Benjamin Smolar, MD

Dr. Benjamin Smolar, MD

Neurology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Benjamin Smolar, MD is a neurologist in Monroeville, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smolar has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC St. Margaret and Allegheny Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

3824 Northern Pike Ste 300 Monroeville, PA 15146

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Smolar is affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret Pittsburgh, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Smolar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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. Smolar specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical 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. Smolar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smolar

4.6

14 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
86%
86%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
7%
7%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
8 people found this helpful
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Guido Ravotti – Aug 12, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
M. Yacko – Jun 06, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Trista in Pittsburgh, PA – Mar 14, 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
31 people found this helpful
Helpful
Irwin, Pa – Feb 28, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Benjamin Smolar, MD is a neurologist in Monroeville, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smolar has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1991....read more
  • Neurology

*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 Phoenix / Northern California Campus

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Smolar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office3824 Northern Pike Ste 300 Monroeville, PA 15146
    1
    Premiere Medical Associates PC3824 Northern Pike Ste 700 Monroeville, PA 15146
    2

    Practice

    Hempfield Outpatient Center6321 State Route 30 Ste 200 Greensburg, PA 15601
    3

    Practice

    Monroeville Diagnostic Imaging Specialists LLC3824 Northern Pike Monroeville, PA 15146
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UPMC St. Margaret

      815 Freeport Rd
      Pittsburgh, PA 15215
      Recipient of 12
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

      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

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      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

      View all awards

      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

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Forbes Hospital

      2570 Haymaker Rd
      Monroeville, PA 15146
      Recipient of 4
      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

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Allegheny Valley Hospital

      1301 Carlisle St
      Natrona Heights, PA 15065
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      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

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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