Dr. John P. Joyce, MD | Altoona, PA | Dermatology

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Dr. John Joyce is a dermatologist and internal medicine physician with 43 years of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, bringing over four decades of expertise to patient care. Dr. Joyce speaks English and serves patients throughout the Altoona area.

Dr. Joyce practices at UPMC Altoona in Altoona, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating conditions such as hip osteoarthritis and general osteoarthritis, helping patients manage joint pain and arthritis-related concerns. His procedural expertise includes performing extremity X-rays, bursa injections, and arthrocentesis to diagnose and treat joint problems. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5.

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3.5

24 Ratings
43 years of experience
2 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
11 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Provided follow-up after the visit

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Dr. Joyce's Ratings and Reviews

3.5

24 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Had a good bedside manner: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Spent time with me: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (7)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Went a few yrs back, but didn't know you could rate till now. He was very rude, doesn't take time to listen, was telling him of symptoms, he didn't even look at me, said "you're allergic to soap" & practically kicked me out the door. Turns out I have an autoimmune disorder causing rashes.

March 5th, 2019

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He totally disfigured me; he should be banned from practicing medicine.

December 11th, 2018

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The staff is so rude! As many other comments state the same thing I thought I’d try for myself. My family will not be coming back. Scheduled an appointment with another dermatologist in the area.

November 26th, 2018

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I have had several minor surgeries done by Dr. Joyce. Painless and scar free afterwards. Very professional service.

October 12th, 2018

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He's very Professional but has that Personal tots to make you feel comfortable

June 29th, 2018

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My mom was treated poorly. He would not even examine her or address any of her skin ailments. She said he was a complete waste of time to go to. He seemed to her to be someone who just cared about making money and not her as a patient. He spents more time and attention with well known people or people with money and better insurance.

May 14th, 2018

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The staff was very unpleasant!

August 21st, 2017

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Based on some negative reviews concerning Dr. Joyce's attitude and personality, I went into the exam room with my husband with an attitude myself. There was no need. Dr. Joyce was most amicable, spent the needed time with us and explained everything in detail. My husband had an extreme case of "itchies" and it took several trips to clear this completely but Dr Joyce would not quit and my husband kept getting better till he was finally cured. I definitely recommend him. As far as negative complaints about his personality...he is a doctor not your father.

August 15th, 2017

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Excellent. Took the time to answer all of my questions. Was very patient. And knowledgeable. His PA, nurse and office staff were great.

June 5th, 2017

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He didn't even check my skin a waste of time talk to one of the med staff 5 minutes later he came in the room with 2 other people gave me a prescription then told me to call for my free trial of pills and they will be shipped he will not see me for a follow up

April 16th, 2015

Dr. John P Joyce

1101 Logan BlvdAltoona, PA 16602

Tel: (814) 943-9879

Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Upmc Altoona

620 Howard AveAltoona, PA 16601

Tel: (814) 889-2011


Dr. John P Joyce, MD	Dr. Anne E Allen, MD	Dr. Anna Chacon, MD	Dr. Robert Tokarek, MD
Dermatology	Dermatology	Dermatology	Dermatology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.5 (24 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.4 (31 Ratings)
43 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish, French	Speaks English
Altoona , PA	Knoxville , TN	Miami , FL	Jenkintown , PA
Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University	Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School	Med School: Brown Medical School	Med School: University of Pennsylvania
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
Acne Rosacea
Actinic Keratosis
Basal Cell
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Internal Medicine
Melanoma
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Psoriasis
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Skin Biopsy
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple UniversityGraduated in 1983

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