Dr. Brian Patrick Oppermann, MD - Port Matilda, PA
Rheumatology • State College, PA
Ratings by platform
- Geisinger Provider Portal: 4.8 out of 5 (330 ratings, 29 reviews)
- U.S. News & World Report: N/A (271 reviews)
What patients say
Patients praise
- Knowledgeable and expert in his field (often cited as the best rheumatologist in the area).
- Good listener who takes time to explain complex medical information clearly.
- Responsive to patient messages and flare-ups via patient portals.
- Utmost trust in his clinical skills and discernment.
Common complaints
- Some patients feel appointments are rushed and short (less than 5 minutes).
- Some patients find he talks too fast and needs more time to process information.
- Concerns about office scheduling pressures.
In patients' words
"The best rheum in State College, possibly anywhere. He really knows his stuff, and he always takes the time to explain things to you and listen to your experiences. Cannot recommend Dr Oppermann highly enough."
— Geisinger Patient Reviews"Dr. O does talk fast....sometimes I feel like I need a minute to process, before he goes on to the next topic."
— Geisinger Patient Reviews"This visit was so fast, less than 5 minutes, I feel that I need to look for a facility and doctor that provides me with confidence in the system that I matter."
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