Summary

Dr. Rick Fornelli is a specialist in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery and neurological surgery with 31 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his residency at West Virginia University Hospital. Dr. Fornelli speaks English.

He practices at UPMC HAMOT, AHN St Vincent Health Hospital, and UPMC Hamot Women's Hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dr. Fornelli treats conditions such as fluid buildup behind the eardrum, eustachian tube problems, and tonsil infections. His surgical expertise includes middle ear surgery, ear tube placement, and adenoid removal. Patients rate Dr. Fornelli 4.0 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 31 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • West Virginia University Hospital
  • 19 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Rick Allen Fornelli has 4 locations

Upmc Bayfront Ear Nose And Throat

380 E BAYFRONT PKWY STE 3ERIE, PA 16507
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Hamot

201 State StErie, PA 16550

Upmc Hamot Womens Hospital

118 E 2nd StErie, PA 16507

Upmc Hamot Surgery Center

200 State StErie, PA 16507
Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Rick Allen Fornelli, MDDr. Ruthann Irene Lipman, DODr. Brian Edward Dalton, MDDr. Sean Thomas Carroll, DO
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryNeurological SurgeryPlastic Surgery
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31 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
ERIE , PAErie , PAErie , PAWestfield , NY
Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Rick Allen Fornelli has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rick Allen Fornelli has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Allergy
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hay Fever (Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis)
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hearing Loss
  • Neurological Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Sino-Nasal Disorders
  • Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

West Virginia University Hospital

Medical School

Pennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1995

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Dr. Rick Fornelli speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Rick Fornelli affiliated with?
Dr. Rick Fornelli is affiliated with UPMC HAMOT, Ahn St Vincent Health Hospital, and Upmc Hamot Womens Hospital.

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