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Deborah Pierce, M.D., M.P.H.

Deborah Pierce, M.D., M.P.H.

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Family Medicine , Primary Care

4.8 out of 5 stars
161 Ratings
30 Comments
UR Medicine Faculty The University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group (URMFG) consists of over 900 specialist and primary care providers spanning 19 departments. URMFG is certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
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Contact

Appointment (585) 279-4800
Office (585) 279-4720
Fax (585) 279-4725

Locations

Highland Family Medicine - Rochester

777 South Clinton Avenue
Rochester, NY 14620

(585) 279-4800 Get Directions

About Me

Deb Pierce, MD, MPH, first came to Rochester from Worcester, Massachusetts, for residency training in June, 1992. Upon completion of her residency, she returned to Massachusetts, where she was on faculty at the rural training site for the University of Massachusetts. After three years, however, the ...
Deb Pierce, MD, MPH, first came to Rochester from Worcester, Massachusetts, for residency training in June, 1992. Upon completion of her residency, she returned to Massachusetts, where she was on faculty at the rural training site for the University of Massachusetts. After three years, however, the "Rochester magnet" effect kicked in, and she happily returned.

She is an avid amateur photographer who vigorously avoids the other side of the lens. In her spare time she can be often found exploring local (and national!) parks with her camera, or home with her three cats.

Faculty Appointments

Clinical Associate Professor (Voluntary) - Department of Family Medicine (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Residency, Family Medicine, Highland Hospital of Rochester. 1993 - 1995

Internship, Family Medicine, Highland Hospital of Rochester. 1992 - 1993

Education

MD | University of Massachusetts Medical School. 1992

Awards

Joseph Scavaluce Award. 2023

Family Medicine Residency Teaching Award. 2001

Research

Deb Pierce, MD, MPH, first came to Rochester from Worcester, Massachusetts, for residency training in June, 1992. Upon completion of her residency, she returned to Massachusetts, where she was on faculty at the rural training site for the University of Massachusetts. After three years, however, the ...
Deb Pierce, MD, MPH, first came to Rochester from Worcester, Massachusetts, for residency training in June, 1992. Upon completion of her residency, she returned to Massachusetts, where she was on faculty at the rural training site for the University of Massachusetts. After three years, however, the "Rochester magnet" effect kicked in, and she happily returned.

She is an avid amateur photographer who vigorously avoids the other side of the lens. In her spare time she can be often found exploring local (and national!) parks with her camera, or home with her three cats.

Publications

Journal Articles

Infectious endocarditis: diagnosis and treatment.

Pierce D, Calkins BC, Thornton K

American family physician.. 2012 May 1585 (10):981-6. Epub 1900 01 01.

Seasonal affective disorder.

Lurie SJ, Gawinski B, Pierce D, Rousseau SJ

American family physician.. 2006 November 174 (9):1521-4. Epub 1900 01 01.

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.7 stars

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.7 stars

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.8 stars

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.8 stars

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.8 stars

Patient Comments

5.0 stars

I was so appreciative of her help and care.

Dec 19, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr Pierce is the BEST!

Dec 17, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Pierce is a wonderful and compassionate doctor.

Dec 16, 2024

5.0 stars

Very helpful in changing my meds

Nov 25, 2024

4.2 stars

Thank you

Nov 16, 2024

1.6 stars

No wasn't concerned about my problem same talk all the time

Sep 27, 2024

3.4 stars

Love her as a person. She's very smart and a good Dr.. But not sure she's right for my diabetes and other concerns.

Aug 18, 2024

5.0 stars

In my opinion I have one of the best Doctors at highland family medicine

Aug 07, 2024

4.0 stars

I have recommended to family and friends.

Jul 28, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Pierce is attentive, caring and compassionate. She addressed all of my concerns and I could not be more grateful for her care.

Jul 28, 2024