Dr. Laurence A. Primack, MD | Altoona, PA | Neurology

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Dr. Laurence Primack is a neurologist who has dedicated nearly five decades to caring for patients with neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed his residency training at Greenwich Hospital. With 47 years of clinical experience, Dr. Primack has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Primack practices at Penn Highlands Tyrone and sees patients in Altoona, Pennsylvania. His clinical focus includes helping patients who experience limping, fatigue, and muscle weakness. He offers therapeutic approaches such as physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain function and mobility. Dr. Primack also performs specialized treatments like Brandt-Daroff exercises, which help patients with certain balance disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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3.9

42 Ratings
47 years of experience
13 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Greenwich Hospital
8 written reviews
1 specialty
8 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
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He Cares

November 22nd, 2019

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Hes very thorough he gets to the bottom of the problem. Great dr.

March 5th, 2019

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Dr Primack is a wonderful and caring doctor.I am very fortunate that he was recommended to me. Waiting time to see him is very minimal.

December 28th, 2018

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Over all excellent, made it easy for me to talk about my concerns, listened and help me understand and supportedmy nervousnesss

April 22nd, 2016

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Dr Primack was very rude to me when discussing anxiety medicine- I said I had suicidal thoughts if I didn't take it and he said he better collect his copay today then- Will not go back to him

June 24th, 2015

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Dr. Primack is caring, professional, and really knows his field. I cannot say enough good things about him! He won't stop trying to find the cause of your problems, and that is rare in Altoona (sad but true).He and his staff treat patients with respect and kindness.

July 20th, 2011

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I saw Dr. Primack many years ago at the onset of a severe episode of Guillaine Barre Syndrome (GBS) associated with a Lyme's Disease Infection. He was my attending Neurologist while I was hospitalized at Altoona Hospital and I found him to be one of the most cerebral and engaging doctors I have ever had the pleasure of meeting--and believe me I got to know many doctors following a 5.5 month tour of hospitals while paralyzed with the GBS. He leaves no stone unturned--carefully considering all possible diagnoses. His bedside manner is wonderful and his sense of humor is much appreciated. Long story short, after having further difficulty many years following my acute episode of GBS, I didn't even consider going to any other doctor than Dr. Primack. I highly recommend him and thank him for his duty to profession, integrity, straightforward communications, and great sense of humor, which helps his patients keep perspective and a positive attitude.

June 8th, 2011

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Wish I had found Dr. Primack a year ago - I wouldn't have gone through all this pain. Professional, but with a great sense of humor. He really seems to care about my pain, and anxious to get to the root of it all - no pun intended :) Highly recommended.

January 7th, 2011

Dr. Laurence Alan Primack

914 S 12th StAltoona, PA 16602

Tel: (814) 201-2309

Mon7:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu7:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Laurence Alan Primack, MD	Dr. Olga A. Katz, MD	Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua	Dr. Doo Whan Cho, MD
Neurology	Neurology	Addiction Medicine	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (42 Ratings)	3.5 (42 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.7 (3 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	67 Years of Experience	63 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Russian		Speaks English
Altoona , PA	Philadelphia , PA	PEMBROKE PINES , FL	Altoona , PA
Med School: Albany Medical College	Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med	Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine	Med School: Pusan National University College Of Medicine
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Greenwich Hospital

Medical School

Albany Medical CollegeGraduated in 1979

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Which hospitals is Dr. Laurence Primack affiliated with?: Dr. Laurence Primack is affiliated with Penn Highlands Tyrone.
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Where is Dr. Laurence Primack's office located?: Dr. Laurence Primack's office is located at 914 S 12th St, Altoona, PA, 16602.

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