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Dr. Derek Bell, MD

Dr. Derek Bell, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Derek Bell, MD is a plastic surgeon in Rochester, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642

Make an Appointment

(585) 275-1000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bell specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • 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
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Bell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bell

4.3

20 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
15%
15%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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
JMP – Mar 23, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 18, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
He's a good doctor ... Not a god on Earth. – Jul 09, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 23, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 30, 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
Helpful
Denise Fixsen in Rochester, NY – Jul 28, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
JT in Rochester, NY – Dec 21, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael Benjamin DeFiore in Rochester, NY – Feb 02, 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
Dec 22, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Derek Bell, MD is a plastic surgeon in Rochester, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

University of Rochester601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
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Practice

Office661 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
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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

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