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Dr. Ross Decter, MD

Pediatric Urology*
3.7 (11)
Map Pin Small Hershey, PA
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Ross Decter, MD

Dr. Ross Decter, MD is a Pediatric Urology Specialist in Hershey, PA. They specialize in Pediatric Urology, has 49 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatric Urology. They graduated from METHODIST HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF NURSING and is affiliated with Milton S Hershey Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Decter an average 3.7 star rating.

Dr. Decter works at Practice in Hershey, PA with other offices in Lancaster, PA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Decter's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Mshmc-rehab Hospital
    500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (717) 531-8887
  2. 2
    Penn State Health Lancaster Pediatric Center
    1430 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (717) 531-8887
  3. 3
    Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center
    15 Hope Dr, Hershey, PA 17033 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (717) 531-8887
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    200 Campus Dr Ste 3100, Hershey, PA 17033 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (717) 531-8887

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  • Milton S Hershey Medical Center

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    About Dr. Ross Decter, MD

    Specialties*
    • Pediatric Urology

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    Years of Experience
    • 49 years of experience
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    • 1851357305
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • METHODIST HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF NURSING
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Pediatric Urology and Urology
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    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Decter. The overall rating for this provider is 3.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Decter.

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