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Dr. Michael Scharf, MD

Dr. Michael Scharf, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Scharf, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Scharf has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease, Pulmonary Vascular Conditions, and Interstitial Lung Disease. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1986. He is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 206 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (206 reviews)

Practice

1101 Chestnut St # 17 Philadelphia, PA 19107
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(215) 955-5161

Dr. Scharf is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Pulmonology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Scharf specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Scharf's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Scharf

4.7

206 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
84%
84%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
2%
2%

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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
Vince – Jun 03, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
Helpful
Nov 29, 2019
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 17, 2018
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What went well
No results
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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Forked River, NJ – Jun 09, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
DW in Villas NJ – Jan 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Philadelphia, PA – Dec 30, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Scharf, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Scharf has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease, Pulmonary Vascular Conditions, and Interstitial...read more

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonology

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

  • Temple University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Montefiore Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Critical Care Medicine
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Internal Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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Dr. Scharf is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Pulmonology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Jefferson Pulmonary Associates1101 Chestnut St # 17 Philadelphia, PA 19107
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

      111 S 11th St
      Philadelphia, PA 19107
      Recipient of 23
      hospital awards

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      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

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality