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Dr. John Lister, MD

Dr. John Lister, MD

Hematology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. John Lister, MD is a hematologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Queens U, Fac of Health Sciences in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Passavant-McCandless and Allegheny General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

4800 Friendship Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lister is affiliated with UPMC Passavant-McCandless Pittsburgh, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lister specializes in the areas of Hematology, Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Lister's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lister

4.0

13 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
23%
23%

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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
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AA – Sep 19, 2023
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
LisaE – Sep 12, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Melissa R. in Pittsburgh – Jan 23, 2019
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dave in Aliquippa, PA – Nov 22, 2018
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Dorothy douglass in Bradford, PA – Jul 12, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Michael Demetry in Menomonee Falls, WI – May 26, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
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
4 people found this helpful
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Deborah Cvejkus in West Mifflin, PA – Jul 15, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Pittsburgh, PA – May 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Lister, MD is a hematologist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Queens U, Fac of Health Sciences in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Passavant-McCandless...read more
  • Hematology

  • Medical Oncology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ontario Cancer Inst

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985
  • Mcgill University

    Residency Hospital, 1981
  • Royal Victoria Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1979
  • Queens U, Fac Of Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hematology
Internal Medicine
Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Office4800 Friendship Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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Practice

Unavail4815 Liberty Ave Ste 322 Pittsburgh, PA 15224
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC Passavant-McCandless

    9100 Babcock Blvd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15237
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • West Penn Hospital

    4800 Friendship Ave
    Pittsburgh, PA 15224
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

    View all 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

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Allegheny General Hospital

    320 E North Ave
    Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    Recipient of 11
    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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