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Dr. Donald Flihan, MD

Dr. Donald Flihan, MD

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Flihan, MD is an oral & maxillofacial surgery specialist in Utica, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1998. He is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 5 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

130 Lomond Ct Utica, NY 13502

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Dr. Flihan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Flihan

5.0
35 ratings, 26 with a written review
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Extraction
Pleasant, clean and comfortable.. would definitely refer to anyone!
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
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Feb 10, 2025
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Very accommodating
I needed an emergency extraction before receiving chemotherapy. Dr Flihan and his staff coordinated with the general dentist and my oncologist to make sure all information and procedures were in order. They squeezed an appointment in for me. Just 48 hours from the referral to the procedure. The office is extremely clean and Dr Flihan has a great bedside manner. I highly recommend him. He will put you at ease if you are nervous about going to the oral surgeon.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Palmer P – Nov 01, 2024
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Wisdom teeth
I got my wisdom teeth removed by Dr. Flihan, he and the nurse assisting were professional and kind! I was nervous but they made me comfortable. My recovery is going smoothly and he called personally to check in afterwards. Awesome office and staff, would recommend to anyone!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Brianna – Nov 27, 2023
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Wisdom Teeth Extraction
I was very nervous about getting my wisdom teeth removed as I don’t like needles and it was my first time needing anesthesia. However, Dr. Flihan and his staff were very kind and thorough, answering every question I had. He was a recommendation from a trusted dentist/family friend and did not disappoint. He even called me after the procedure to make sure everything was going according to plan, which made me feel very comfortable. I highly recommend.
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
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Erika – Sep 26, 2023
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Dr. Flihan is very professional and the office staff are very helpful and polite. This is the third time a family member has had surgery in the office and would highly recommend Dr. Flihan.
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
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Jul 07, 2023
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Great Dr.
Impeccable Dr, office staff and experience. My son had no pain and very little swelling after 3 wisdom teeth were removed. He calls you personally after your procedure to check on you. Highly recommend.
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
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Pamela Howe – Jun 17, 2023
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Dr. Flihan is extremely professional and kind
Dr.Flihan was very kind and explained every step of procedure and encouraged that all was going well. I was very comfortable under his care.
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
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Elizabeth Buckbee – Jun 14, 2023
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Dr Flihan explains the procedure before and during! He is a caring and extremely talented surgeon! I would highly recommend him to anyone needing his services!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Oct 16, 2022
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Kind and Compassionate
Dr. Flihan is a very skilled and compassionate surgeon. My extraction was painless and he talked me through the entire procedure as he went along. He also called to check on me after hours. I am so grateful to Dr. Flihan and his staff. They are amazing.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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B. Williams – Jun 16, 2022
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DF
I went to Dr Flihan on the recommendation from my dentist. I needed to have a tooth extraction. Dr Flihan was great. I was still having issues after the extraction and he saw me a few days later. Well it has been 9 days since I had the extraction and now I am still having intense pain. I called the office to try and get some help. The woman in the office wasn't very nice to me and more or less offered me nothing. She didn't even want to talk to Dr Flihan about the continued intense pain. I called my dentist with the hopes that I can get some kind of help. Hopefully my dentist will help me since nothing was done at this office
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Mar 09, 2022
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I would highly recommend Dr. Flihan to my family and friends. All the fears I had ahead of the tooth extraction and crown prep were unwarranted. He and his staff put me at ease. The whole process from the beginning to my very last follow up appointment was a positive experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Oct 16, 2021
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Excellent service and staff. Very friendly and he personally calls you to see how you are feeling
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Aug 24, 2021
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Dr Flihan was great. He makes you feel at ease and even goes the extra by calling you later to see how you feel. I couldn’t ask for a better experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Wayne – Mar 23, 2021
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My daughter recently had her wisdom teeth removed. Dr. Flihan as well as his team were great at making sure she was comfortable and well cared for. I was most impressed Dr. Flihan called later that evening to ensure her recovery was going well!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Mar 23, 2021
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Wonderful experience!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Sep 01, 2020
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On time. Thorough in explaining procedure. Very professional
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Aug 25, 2020
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Our son just had his wisdom teeth removed by Dr. Flihan on Aug 21, 2020. We were so impressed and happy with every aspect of the care. Dr. Flihan and his entire team are professional and exceptional in their care and bedside manner. It was so nice to hear from Dr. Flihan himself following the surgery to follow up and check on our son. My son is healing well, exactly how Dr. Flihan explained. They are thorough in explaining the aftercare. My daughter will likely need her wisdom teeth removed in the future as well, and we wouldn’t go anywhere else.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Kimberly Page – Aug 24, 2020
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Top notch from start to finish. My son had his wisdom teeth removed. Minimal pain, very little swelling. Dr. Flihan and the entire staff were excellent.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Tom K. – Aug 11, 2020
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Dr. Flihan and his staff were very professional and very patient. They concerned with the safety of their patients and themselves. Dr. Flihan himself called us to follow up on how our son was doing after his oral surgery. Dr. Flihan and his staff talked with us and not over us. They made sure we understood everything that was going to happen. Their attention to detail is very comforting. Thank Dr. Flihan and your staff!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Christine – Aug 01, 2020
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I received wonderful care from Dr. Flihan and his staff. He explained everything. I was impressed with his professionalism and his kindness. He even called me that evening to see how I was feeling.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Lois DeSetto – Jul 10, 2020
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About Me

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Dr. Donald Flihan, MD is an oral & maxillofacial surgery specialist in Utica, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1998. He is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • State University Of New York At Buffalo

    Medical School, 1998
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Locations

Practice

Thomas M. Lafountain Chiropractic130 Lomond Ct Utica, NY 13502
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Joseph's Health Hospital

    301 Prospect Ave
    Syracuse, NY 13203
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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