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Dr. Lawrence Zeff, MD

Dr. Lawrence Zeff, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Zeff, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Florence, KY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital and St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

4900 Houston Rd Florence, KY 41042

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(859) 212-7000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Zeff specializes in the area of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Zeff's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zeff

3.3
19 ratings, 11 with a written review
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Dr Zeff is an excellent doctor, I worked with him several years ago and he is sensational when it comes to epidural injections and helping patients get off of the opioids. Dr Zeff's bedside manner can use some improvement, but he is straight to the point and he doesn't sugar coat anything, which is what's needed in this field, a physician that is honest and who keeps it real.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Tonia – Aug 22, 2021
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I loved Doctor Zeff. He was excellent at what he does. I was so sorry to find out yesterday,he is no longer at the practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Karin Vickers – Feb 14, 2020
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He is wonderful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Vicki Youngquist – Sep 03, 2019
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I saw Dr ZEFF for 2 years at ST. ELIZ PAIN MANG. my advice do NOT become a patient!!!If you rely on opiates for your PAIN which I do because of 2 Back surgery's and a neck fusion he will ween you off whether you want to or not!!!He will tell you that he is in more PAIN than you are!! And will send you for unnessasary treatments and tests even after telling him that they won't help or You can't afford them ??, STAY AWAY,thx JAMESt
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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James Newport KY – Jul 09, 2019
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I've just had one visit with Dr. Zeff. He was referred by one of my other Dr cause I was having an terrible experience with an dr who really doesn't care about his patients, But Dr Zeff is straight forward and I believe he's very knowledgeable and He Cares. I'm am a 64 yr old that's in excruciating chronic pain everyday. I need an dr who cares about that and will treat me on the level of pain that I'm on, I think that's Dr. Zeff.
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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Cincinnati, OH – Nov 22, 2018
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Don't think he really listened to what I said. Tried to explain symptoms and he seemed uninterested in dialog or possible explanations. Seemed ready to get me out as quick as possible and move on to the next patient. Making an appointment to a different doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
5 others found this helpful
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Dayton, OH – Jun 23, 2017
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Very knowledgeable and professional and friendly once you get to know him.
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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Ken in Verona, KY – Feb 16, 2017
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I'm not sure on all your comments But I think he is the best even if you feel you have been wronged or bedside manner. I've seen this dr. For several years I've seen Dr. Zeff in Cincinnati when I found out he moved his practice to Florida I WAS TOTALLY UPSET AND LOST. When I heard he moved to Kentucky I was so HAPPY I haven't had an injection since 2013 and it's February 2017 and I can't wait to see if my insurance is excepted I'm calling now. he was fantastic. VERY EXCELLENT DOCTOR
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Tamera in Cincinnati, OH – Jan 31, 2017
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When he gives me a shot for pain he knows exactly where it goes to stop the pain. He is wonderful
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Vicki younguist in Cincinnati, OH – Dec 13, 2016
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My first visit I arrived at the office at 3:20 for a 3:15 appointment. It was after 4:00 before I saw the doctor. After 4:30 before I got out of there. On 4/22/16 I arrived 15 minutes late, due to Friday afternoon traffic. I left work at the same time for both appointments. After arriving 15 minutes late they would not see me and made me reschedule for over a month from now. This is a spine center. they're never on time but if you're late they can just make you wait in pain for a month? Really??
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Doug a in Florence, KY – Apr 23, 2016
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Terrible bedside manner for a new patient. Didn't explain things well. Made me feel like my problems were minor when in fact they weren't according to the doctor I followed up with.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
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
4 others found this helpful
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Phil Vandergriff in Independence, KY – Mar 24, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Lawrence Zeff, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Florence, KY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Pain Management

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Pain Medicine

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  • Med College Of Ohio Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Locations

Practice

St Elizabeth Florence Lab4900 Houston Rd Florence, KY 41042
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Edge Physical Medicine Inc7364 Reading Rd Cincinnati, OH 45237
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Office2300 Chamber Center Dr Ste 200 Lakeside Park, KY 41017
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital

    1 Medical Village Dr
    Edgewood, KY 41017
    Recipient of 21
    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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 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

  • St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital

    4900 Houston Rd
    Florence, KY 41042
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital

    85 N Grand Ave
    Fort Thomas, KY 41075
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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