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Dr. David Pochatko, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
2.9 (47)
Map Pin Small Buffalo, NY
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35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. David Pochatko, MD

Dr. David Pochatko, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Buffalo, NY. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 35 years of experience. They graduated from STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT BUFFALO and is affiliated with Buffalo General Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Pochatko an average 2.9 star rating.

Dr. Pochatko works at Excelsior Orthopaedics in Buffalo, NY with other offices in East Amherst, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Osteoarthritis of Foot, Limb Pain and Foot Fracture along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Pochatko's Office Locations

  1. 1
    University Health Center
    3925 Sheridan Dr, Buffalo, NY 14226 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 250-9999
  2. 2
    Excelsior Orthopaedics
    8750 Transit Rd Ste 105, East Amherst, NY 14051 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 250-9999
  3. 3
    Williamsville
    36 N Union Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 636-1470

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  • Buffalo General Medical Center

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    2.9
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    About Dr. David Pochatko, MD

    Specialties
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1588646426
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    • STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT BUFFALO
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    Dr. Pochatko has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Pochatko has seen patients for Osteoarthritis of Foot, Limb Pain and Foot Fracture, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Pochatko on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    47 patients have reviewed Dr. Pochatko. The overall rating for this provider is 2.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Pochatko.

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