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Dr. Matthew Furst, MD

Dr. Matthew Furst, MD

Pediatrics*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Matthew Furst, MD is a pediatrician in Gainesville, FL and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine in 2011. He is affiliated with UF Health Shands Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 2 reviews 3 Star Rating (2 reviews)

UF Health Congenital Heart Center

1600 SW Archer Rd Gainesville, FL 32610
(352) 273-7770

Care Philosophy

"Hello, my name is Dr Matthew Furst. I received my medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. During my time as a medical student, I was drawn to Pediatrics by my..."

- Dr. Matthew Furst, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Furst specializes in the areas of Pediatric Cardiology & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Furst's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Furst

3.0
2 ratings, 2 with a written review
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Dr. Furst is very knowledgeable and was very thorough in discussing the evaluation process for suspected cardiac issues with my daughter. Although her issue ended up being neurological rather than cardiac in nature, I have no doubt that I would have continued to see him for treatment in the event she would have had a heart issue. He took his time and went fully through her history, which is rare in some specialists nowadays.
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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Brandi – Dec 19, 2024
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Horrible Experience
I do NOT recommend Dr Furst….my child was sent to him and he completely disregarded the symptoms, which ended in my child being put in the hospital for a few days for the same issues and instead of waiting for the results of the test being ran he ends up discharging. Needless to say we sought help elsewhere. This doctor is clueless.
What went well
No results
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
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Feb 03, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

Hello, my name is Dr Matthew Furst. I received my medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. During my time as a medical student, I was drawn to Pediatrics by my observation of the special connection...read more

biography

Hello, my name is Dr. Matthew Furst. I received my medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. During my time as a medical student, I was drawn to Pediatrics by my observation of the special connection...read more

  • Pediatrics

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  • Wake Forest School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2011
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatric Cardiology
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Pediatrics
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Locations

UF Health Congenital Heart Center

UF Health Congenital Heart Center1600 SW Archer Rd Gainesville, FL 32610
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UF Health Congenital Heart Center - Oakhurst

UF Health Congenital Heart Center - Oakhurst1329 SE 25th Loop Ste 101 Ocala, FL 34471
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UF Health Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd
    Gainesville, FL 32610
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

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

    3% 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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