Specialty Clinics at AFP | UPMC Altoona Family Physicians
Endocrinology • Altoona, PA
About
Summary: UPMC Altoona Family Physicians (Altoona Family Physicians) is a private medical practice based in Altoona, PA, with 3 offices in the area. It emphasizes resident education through a residency program and offers a hospice and palliative medicine fellowship, focusing on training competent, patient-centered family physicians for diverse communities. The organization operates a small team (6 employees) with a notable emphasis on medical training and supervision. Key facts: - Location: Altoona, PA, USA (3 offices) - Focus: Family medicine residency program; hospice and palliative medicine fellowship; resident education - Revenue: ~$35.35 million - Workforce: 6 employees (medical and administrative) - Website: altoonafp.org - Contact: recruitment@altoonafp.org; phone numbers 814-889-2020 / 814-889-2213 If you’re specifically asking about “Specialty Clinics at AFP,” the page indicates a broad family medicine practice with a teaching-focused residency program and a hospice/palliative fellowship, rather than separate named specialty clinics. For exact specialty clinic offerings or services, consider contacting them directly or visiting their site for program details.
Clinic Type
Endocrinology
Address
501 Howard Ave F2, Altoona, Pennsylvania 16601, us
Phone
(814) 889-2020
stclairds@upmc.edu
Opening Hours
sees patients one-half day per week
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye: 2.7/5 stars (62 reviews)
- UPMC Provider Portal (Dr. Pascual): 5/5 stars (396 ratings) (130 reviews)
- UPMC Provider Portal (Dr. Holsopple): 4.8/5 stars (483 ratings) (97 reviews)
- UPMC Provider Portal (Dr. Schwartz): 4.8/5 stars (451 ratings), value: 88 reviews (88 reviews)
Patients praise
- High satisfaction with individual physicians, particularly those praised for being compassionate, attentive, and thorough listeners
- Patients appreciate doctors who take time to address concerns, validate mental health issues, and involve them in decision-making processes
- Many individual family medicine providers within the network receive strong positive ratings from patients
Common complaints
- Frustrations regarding office management, including scheduling, run-arounds, and communication issues
- Tech glitches and fragmentation in patient portal systems (MyChart vs. MyUPMC) causing difficulties in record sharing between UPMC facilities
- Patient concerns over reliance on residents rather than attending physicians and difficulties obtaining required signatures or physical paperwork
- Reports of feeling unheard or dismissed in medical consultations
"The first doctor to actually listen to me. I never feel rushed. She is personable and remembers what I tell her. She is genuinely concerned about my wellbeing."
— UPMC Patient Review (Dr. Janaye Alexis Schwartz)"Always a run around. They ignore what your wants are when dealing with your health."
— Birdeye Patient Review"There is a frustrating and possibly harmful tech glitch between UPMC-Altoona and UPMC-Pittsburgh that has been going on for too many months."
— Altoona Mirror (Opinion)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Donald Michael Beckstead, MD - Altoona, PA - Family Medicine - Book Appointment — Mar 23, 2026
- Annette F. Dieso, PA-C - Altoona, PA - Family Medicine - Book Appointment — Apr 14, 2026
- Katrina L. Pipetti, PA-C - Altoona, PA - Dermatology, Immunodermatology, Pediatric Dermatology - Book Appointment — Jun 9, 2026
- Raphael John Voltz, PA-C - Altoona, PA - Cardiology - Book Appointment — Jun 10, 2026
- Aubree Uys, PA-C - Altoona, PA - Obstetrics and Gynecology - Book Appointment — May 18, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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Summary: - Altoona Regional Health System is a nonprofit healthcare system based in Altoona, PA, serving Blair County and surrounding areas. It operates two hospital campuses (Altoona Hospital Campus and Bon Secours Hospital Campus) with a combined licensed bed count of 497. - The system emphasizes long-standing community service, with more than 200 years of care experience and over 300 physicians, 4,000 caregivers, and 600 volunteers across Central Pennsylvania. - Key practical details: headquarters at 620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA 16601; main contact numbers include 814-889-2011 and 800-533-8762; patient services and administrative operations support a wide range of medical specialties, including endocrinology. - Open roles related to cardiology, trauma/general surgery, and other clinical areas indicate active clinical staffing needs. - Website: upmc.com/locations/hospitals/altoona (UPMC Altoona) with multiple regional offices in Altoona. Note: The page references Altoona Regional Health System’s structure, workforce, and facilities, but does not provide specific physician profiles for Dr. Haleh Haerian, MD. For endocrinology-specific details or Dr. Haerian’s availability in Altoona, please consult UPMC Altoona’s endocrinology department or contact the provided numbers.
Summary: Mark R. Wilford, MD is associated with the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE). AACE is a nonprofit professional organization focused on endocrinology, diabetes, metabolism, and related fields, headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida (founded in 1991) with a global community of members, affiliates, and partners. The association provides education resources for healthcare professionals, supports clinical practice in endocrinology, and hosts professional programs and events through its offices (HQ in Jacksonville and five U.S. offices). If you’re seeking specifics about Dr. Wilford’s role, activities, or contact details within AACE or a local Altoona chapter, additional source confirmation is recommended.
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