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General SurgeryLewistown, PA

★★★★☆4.0/535 reviews across 4 platforms

Ratings by platform

  • Healthgrades (Dr. Edward Ridings III): 4.0 out of 5 stars (4 reviews)
  • Healthgrades (Dr. Mark Armstrong): 5.0 out of 5 stars (7 reviews)
  • Vitals (Dr. Edward Ridings III): 3.1 out of 5 stars (8 ratings and reviews)
  • US News (Dr. Andrew J. Szabo): 4 out of 5 stars (16 reviews)

What patients say

Patients praise

  • Individual surgeons often receive high patient ratings for care and expertise
  • Many patients report positive surgical outcomes and compassionate care from providers
  • Convenience of local access to general surgery services

Common complaints

  • Reports of understaffing and high-stress work environments within the system
  • Dissatisfaction with administrative staff and communication
  • Specific complaints regarding billing practices
  • Isolated negative patient feedback regarding prioritization of certain procedures

In patients' words

"Dr Armstrong was highly recommended to me by others and I would also recommend to others. He was wonderful!"

Healthgrades

"I've noticed a severe decline in their care, customer service, and basic compassion... Independence Health System is an absolute mess. Your patients shouldn't feel like an inconvenience."

LocalityBiz (IHS OB/GYN)

"Dr Goldstein is very compassionate and really cares about her patients. She is thorough and I can rest easy knowing I am in good hands. She is one of the best!!!!"

WebMD

How these reviews were compiled

Synthesized from public patient-review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4][5][6].

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