Geriatric Medicine | University of Vermont Health - UVMHealth.org
Geriatric Care • Hartford, VT
Ratings by platform
- Healthgrades: 71% of patients recommend the UVM Medical Center; hospital rated 12% higher than national average for patient experience (Not specified (aggregate hospital data))
- Vitals: 4.3/5 average rating for Dr. Ivelisse Viruet (Hartford)
- Vitals: 4.0/5 average rating for Dr. Karen Blank (Hartford)
What patients say
Patients praise
- Providers often described as thorough, professional, caring, and good listeners
- UVM Medical Center generally rated above national averages for patient experience and communication
- Many patients express strong satisfaction with individual geriatricians in both systems
- Emphasis on shared decision-making and clear communication of treatment options
Common complaints
- Long wait times for specialist appointments at UVM Medical Center
- Reports of unprofessional, rude, or angry staff in some Hartford-area geriatric practices
- Specific complaints regarding bedside manner, condescension, or dismissive attitudes in some individual providers
In patients' words
"Dr. Gennari is the best primary care physician I have ever had. Her interpersonal skills are excellent, she listens, is friendly and very thorough."
— UVM Health provider website"Dr. Dicks is a very soft spoken person who respects elderly patients and their needs."
— Hartford Hospital/Hartford HealthCare patient reviews"A horrible doctor... did not treat my family with respect and care, often being condescending when answering questions."
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