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Dr. Lawrence Dolkart, MD

Dr. Lawrence Dolkart, MD

Maternal-Fetal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Dolkart, MD is a maternal & fetal medicine obstetrician gynecologist in Elmira, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from City University of New York School of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Arnot Ogden Medical Center and Jones Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

600 Fitch St Ste 205 Elmira, NY 14905

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Dr. Dolkart is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Dolkart specializes in the area of Obstetrics & Gynecology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Dolkart's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dolkart

3.9
20 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
70%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Very knowledgeable about his expertise and practices. He is very passionate, caring, n professional. He goes beneath and beyond to make sure each individual has a safe delivery. He is always willing to answer questions n concerns after hours. He works well with other healthcare professionals. He is the best n I am grateful to be placed under his care for my very high risk twin pregnancy.
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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Natea Ayika – Nov 03, 2024
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Dr. Dolkart was wonderful!
Dr. Dolkart made my partner and I feel like he truly listened and cared what we had to say. As well as, he thoroughly explained why I likely had previous preterm labors. Also, a plan for this pregnancy that makes us feel reassured and cared for. He went into detail showing us and checking everything on the NT scan as well as the student who was with him. I felt like he truly loves his profession and is well educated and has a kind bedside manner while still having a sense of humor. I look forward to future appts and checking in on little one. Thank you so much!
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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Mama again – Jan 30, 2024
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Very knowledgeable and is straight to the point. He reassured me and explained everything along with the risks. Very good Dr, highly recommend.
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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Stacy – Jun 04, 2023
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Dr. Dolkart was phenomenal! I had a high-risk pregnancy (twins that shared the same placenta) and he put everything at ease for me. He does not have the best bedside manners however, he has great sarcasm if you initiate it. He knows his stuff and is very thorough with everything. I trusted him with every step of my pregnancy. I could not recommend him enough!
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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Jun 17, 2020
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Seen him 2015. He does not have good bedside manners. Was picking on my swollen legs and feet. Was told my daughter has fluid in brain. He did not prepared me for our daughters birth enough. She should of been born in Rochester NY because they shipped her there without me!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Angry mother – Oct 16, 2019
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I was referred to Dr. Dolkart by my midwife for questions concerning Gestational Diabetes. When asking him about risks of various medications, he literally laughed at me asking whether it is safer to take insulin since the other medicines cross the placenta saying "yeah, glucose crosses the placenta, too!" He billed $3,390 for the visit (he added tests that weren't requested by my midwife). I found him condescending, and quickly realized he wasn't interested in taking time to answer my questions
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 27, 2018
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Dr. Dolkart has been fabulous. He is definitely not a Dr for every one, as he can be very blunt. But he is very thorough and answers every question I have. He also takes patient needs and limitations into consideration.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Penn Yan, NY – Oct 06, 2017
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I would NEVER recomend this DR to anyone-I don't know where to start or even end!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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albion – Aug 31, 2017
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Was wonderful, he took time , Was very thorough.
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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Sabrina in ULYSSES, PA. – Jan 18, 2017
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I was very anxious at first when I had to go to him for a high risk pregnancy. I hated how he would jokingly repeat ignorant things like we don't want another 10lb baby at every appointment but I got over it after a while. He was very very strict with things but I know it was all to keep myself and my baby as healthy as possible and I surely appreciated everything he did!!! I would go back in a heartbeat!! Only REAL high risk dr in our area!!
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lawrence Dolkart, MD is a maternal & fetal medicine obstetrician gynecologist in Elmira, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from City University of New York School of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated...read more
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • City University Of New York School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. Dolkart is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office600 Fitch St Ste 205 Elmira, NY 14905
    1
    Birth N. Beyond600 Fitch St Ste 206 Elmira, NY 14905
    2

    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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    • Guthrie Corning Hospital

      1 Guthrie Dr
      Corning, NY 14830

      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

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Jones Memorial Hospital

      191 N Main St
      Wellsville, NY 14895

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      80%
      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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