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Dr. Michael Unks, MD

Dr. Michael Unks, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Unks, MD is a cardiologist in Erie, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Unks has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH / MAIN CAMPUS in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities UPMC Chautauqua and UPMC Hamot. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (13 reviews)

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

120 E 2nd St Erie, PA 16507
(814) 877-5600

Dr. Unks is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Unks specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. • 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
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
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Dr. Unks' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Unks

4.2

13 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
15%
15%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 30, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 05, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 05, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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May 25, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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May 01, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Apr 26, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Jan 17, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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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
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Thomas Rightmyer – Jan 09, 2022
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Burnsville, NC – Oct 16, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Michael Unks, MD, specializes in cardiology. He earned his medical degree from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed an internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, N.C....read more

biography

Michael Unks, MD, specializes in cardiology. He earned his medical degree from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed an internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, N.C....read more

  • Cardiology

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  • University Of Pittsburgh / Main Campus

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Unks is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

    UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute120 E 2nd St Erie, PA 16507
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    UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute1885 Market St Warren, PA 16365
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UPMC Hamot

      201 State St
      Erie, PA 16550
      Recipient of 2
      hospital 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

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

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • UPMC Chautauqua

      207 Foote Ave
      Jamestown, NY 14701

      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

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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