Dr. Elisabeth U. Dexter, MD | Buffalo, NY | Thoracic Surgery

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Dr. Elisabeth Dexter is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgery of the chest, with particular expertise in treating various forms of lung cancer. She earned her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 36 years. Dr. Dexter is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Dexter is affiliated with several prominent medical institutions in Buffalo, New York, including Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and Buffalo General Medical Center. Her clinical focus centers on treating lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. She performs diagnostic procedures such as chest CT scans and coordinates pathology testing to help determine the best treatment approach for her patients. Patients rate Dr. Dexter highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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4.9

14 Ratings
36 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
8 written reviews
2 specialties
6 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
6 hospital affiliations
6 office locations
Female

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Dr. Dexter is a very skilled and compassionate surgeon. She takes the time to explain the options available for treatment and is very respectful. I was very pleased to have her as the MD managing my care.

May 3rd, 2024

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Compassionate and caring with fantastic skills. A true healer

October 12th, 2020

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My virtual visit with Dr. dexter went extremely well.I am very pleased with my results and I will continue to have her as my Dr.

August 4th, 2020

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visit with Doctor Dexter was very good

April 4th, 2020

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Dr. Dexter is so friendly, caring, thorough, patient & explains everything!

September 3rd, 2019

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Dr. Dexter performed esophageal surgery on me to remove a tumor. I had received chemo & radiation. She did spectacular work and saved my life. I would recommend her to anyone needing this type of surgery. She is an excellent doctor.

August 31st, 2018

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Dr. Dexter is a very concerned doctor and is honest with her patients. My experience with her has been absolutely informative and uplifting. She is very concerned about her patients and treats them with respect. I would recommend her to anyone.

July 28th, 2017

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i HAVE NEVER MET OR KNOWN A MORE CARING AND KNOWLEGABLE MD. IN MY 60 YRS.SHE IS ONE OF THEMOST DEDICATED PHYSICIANS I'VE EVER HAD THE PLEASURE TO MEET.sHE IS A GOD SENT TO THE MEDICAL FIELD.

June 14th, 2009

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Thoracic Clinic

Elm And Carlton StBuffalo, NY 14263

Tel: (800) 767-9355

Mon5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Tue5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Wed5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Thu5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Fri5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Buffalo General Medical Center

100 High StBuffalo, NY 14203

Tel: (716) 859-5600

Sisters Of Charity Hospital

2157 Main StBuffalo, NY 14214

Tel: (716) 862-1000

Erie County Medical Center

462 Grider StBuffalo, NY 14215

Tel: (716) 898-3000

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

665 Elm StBuffalo, NY 14203

Tel: (716) 845-2300

Roswell Park Urology

10175 Niagara Falls BlvdNiagara Falls, NY 14304

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Elisabeth Uy Dexter, MD	Dr. Lyall A. Gorenstein	Dr. Ajay N Panchal, MD	Dr. Clementina Jovino Lewis, MD
Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery	Surgery	Family Medicine
	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.9 (14 Ratings)	3.4 (28 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	2.2 (17 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks Arabic, English
Buffalo , NY	Pomona , NY	Williamsville , NY	Buffalo , NY
Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Toronto Medical School	Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo	Med School: Univ Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore Fac Di Med E Chirurgia Agostino Gemelli
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Case Western Reserve University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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