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Dr. Lance Defrancisco, MD

Dr. Lance Defrancisco, MD

Gastroenterology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Lance Defrancisco, MD is a gastroenterologist in Roaring Spring, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Defrancisco has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1979. He is affiliated with UPMC Altoona. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

105 Nason Dr Roaring Spring, PA 16673
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(814) 224-6235

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Defrancisco specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Defrancisco's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Defrancisco

4.0

9 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
56%
56%
4 Star
22%
22%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
11%
11%
1 Star
11%
11%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nicholas Spallone – Dec 16, 2021
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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
Helpful
Dec 15, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe it is a privilege to be entrusted with the healthcare of my patients. I will do my best to serve you any way I can. I will give you my best effort. I will try to help you understand what your problem is and what we should or should not...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Calif Irvine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of California, Irvine School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984

  • Montefiore Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1980

  • Medical College Of Pennsylvania

    Medical School, 1979

  • Pennsylvania State University

    Undergraduate School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Nason Medical Center LLC105 Nason Dr Roaring Spring, PA 16673
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC Altoona

    620 Howard Ave
    Altoona, PA 16601
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    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

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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