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Dr. Robert Ablove, MD

Dr. Robert Ablove, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Ablove, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Buffalo, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Buffalo General Medical Center and ECMC Health Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (41 reviews)

Practice

462 Grider St Buffalo, NY 14215
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ablove is affiliated with ECMC Health Campus Buffalo, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for hand surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ablove specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. 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.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Ablove's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ablove

4.1
41 ratings, 30 with a written review
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Awful. He aborted my surgery after under anesthesia without an explanation. Turns out my bones were healing in the wrong directions and another surgeon had to fix it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 14, 2022
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Rotator Cuff
Dr Ablove and the entire staff is excellent and very professional ! He and his assistant take the time to thoroughly exam you, ask questions, and review your MRI with you
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Mar 30, 2022
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Surgery
Surgery was on time (early actually). went off without a hitch. at home and healing within 3 hours. Excellent
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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Tom – Mar 30, 2022
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Dr. Ablove exceeded my expectations. His expertise, accommodating nature and welcoming personality is hard to find. I left my visit confident in my care and treatment plan. If you need an elbow specialist, please see Dr. Ablove. You will not regret it.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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KMClark – Sep 12, 2021
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So very pleased with the results of my carpal tunnel surgery. Dr. Albove was wonderful! He took the time to answer all my questions and made me feel comfortable about having the procedure done. I would definitely recommend him! Thank you Dr. Ablove and your staff!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Marsha – Aug 18, 2021
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Dr. Ablove took the time to explain the diagnosis and treatment options. Did not feel rushed. Explanations were clear and understandable. Appointment wait time was within normal expectations.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 17, 2021
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Yes definitely, great work.
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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T Willard – Jul 14, 2021
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I had a lateral shoulder tendon relocation surgery, what that means is my rotator cuff snapped and retracted and had to take tendon from back to replace tendon in rotator cuff. Not many doctors perform this and maybe two a year are done. Considering problems of range and strength not doing it there is significant progress, it’s slow like a year long but your retraining a muscle group. 8 months after Dr Ablove performed that surgery I developed a bone spur that impinged on bicep tendon on other shoulder that caused pain. That surgery was much easier to recover from. His office was great following up, minimal wait times and I was fortunate to not have surgery scheduling it a timely manner.
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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Jul 10, 2021
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Excellent - helpful and informative
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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Jun 05, 2021
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Doctor Ablove and his Staff Are the Best ,I Would Highly Recommend Them !
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Danny Harris – Mar 06, 2021
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Excellent. He did not push surgery.
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
  • Office environment
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Mar 05, 2021
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Dr Ablove and everyone in his office has been polite, honest and friendly. The way Dr Ablove has broken down treatment options and what to expect during a procedure is great. He really makes you feel like you are part of the process. I love how quickly they get back to you after calling or sending a message thru patient portal.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Jason A Bielinski – Nov 07, 2020
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Prompt courteous service by experience professionals.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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John Refermat – Oct 07, 2020
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Thank you, Jon! It's appreciated.
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Jade Kennedy was very professional and helpful when I called to make an appointment. The entire process was very smooth and hassle free. I would definitely recommend Dr. Ablove to my family and friends. His staff does an excellent job. Keep up the good work!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Aug 12, 2020
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Very satisfied with the office and his care. It was all very clear to my family . Calls were returned to me and would tell people to see him
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 12, 2020
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I’ve had a previous surgery performed by Dr. Ablove and am currently awaiting my follow-up surgery. It’s difficult trying to reach his office staff. They don’t answer phone calls, ignore voicemails, and messages left on their Patient Portal. I’ve even had a schedule telemedicine appointment w/his P.A., who failed to keep the scheduled appointment. It’s disheartening to see that others have experienced the same issues that I’ve had earlier this year prior to COVID-19, so now I’m realizing that the pandemic isn’t an excuse anymore - just sheer laziness and unprofessionalism. It would’ve been easier for me to have found another physician earlier prior to my previous surgeries with Ablove, but I’m so far in the process with these procedures, I need him to complete my follow-up surgery and remove this rod from my arm and have his staff return phone calls. More importantly - keep scheduled telemedicine appointments.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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LaRoy H. – Aug 04, 2020
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Although Dr. Ablove may be a good surgeon, his staff are unprofessional. They NEVER answer the phone, take several days to return phone calls and do not know how to fill out paperwork properly, and used the wrong forms, which caused my insurance company to deny my claim. When I called to complain, I was told Dr. Ablove no longer wanted to do the carpal tunnel surgery because of my complaint.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 03, 2020
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Excellent, many times over! Dr A was excellent, friendly and professional from beginning to end. I have recommended him and will continue to do so.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nora – Dec 13, 2019
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Very unprofessional.. misleading ...bad bedside manner. no bedside manner. Non caring Run! Find another Doctor
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 19, 2019
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I fully confident that he will do well with my upcoming hand surgery
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Cheryl in Orchard park, NY – Jun 18, 2019
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UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine's Commitment to Excellence:

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  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

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

  • State University Of New York At Buffalo

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997
  • State University Of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Erie County Medical Center462 Grider St Buffalo, NY 14215
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Practice

Univ. Orthopaedic Services Inc.5959 Big Tree Rd Ste 108 Orchard Park, NY 14127
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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Practice

Denardin Family Practice PLLC4949 Harlem Rd Buffalo, NY 14226
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Buffalo General Medical Center

    100 High St
    Buffalo, NY 14203
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    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

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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  • ECMC Health Campus

    462 Grider St
    Buffalo, NY 14215
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Mercy Hospital of Buffalo

    565 Abbott Rd
    Buffalo, NY 14220
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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