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Dr. Lawrence Lunsford, MD

Dr. Lawrence Lunsford, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Lunsford, MD is a neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lunsford has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Passavant-McCandless and UPMC Presbyterian. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

200 Lothrop St Ste B400 Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lunsford is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian Pittsburgh, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lunsford specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Lunsford's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lunsford

4.1

9 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
78%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
22%
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What went well
  • 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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Andrew Jerpe – Aug 10, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 27, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
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Amanda – Nov 10, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Bob M in Gibsonia, PA – Mar 11, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lawrence Lunsford, MD is a neurosurgeon in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lunsford has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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

  • University Of Phoenix / Northern California Campus

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Locations

Practice

Office200 Lothrop St Ste B400 Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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UPMC Presbyterian200 Lothrop St Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC Presbyterian

    200 Lothrop St
    Pittsburgh, PA 15213
    Recipient of 9
    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.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • 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

    View all awards

    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
  • 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

    View all 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

    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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