Bernard J. Plansky, MD

Family Medicine
61F Monroe Avenue
Pittsford, NY 14534 Get Directions
1.866.696.3847
Bernard J. Plansky, MD
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Annual Membership Fee

532.50 every 3 months *
1,065.00 every 6 months *
2,130.00 each year *
*The lab portion of the annual MDVIP Wellness Program will be billed to patients directly by the lab company at the discounted rate of $70.

My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...

My MDVIP-affiliated practice creates generosity of time and space for coaching and teaching so that, working together, we can have a positive impact on chronic medical conditions. Such generosity of attention forges and powers our common bond. As your medical partner, I will care for you and work with the many specialists in our Rochester community as needed.

Managing chronic inflammation is a special interest in my family medicine practice. I believe that chronic medical conditions are triggered by inflammation, which requires ongoing management. By paying close attention and providing more personalized care for my patients, I can help patients get ahead of inflammation. 

My MDVIP-affiliated practice offers services, including comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests, that go far beyond those found in concierge medicine practice. You can also contact me directly and be seen on the same or next day.

As your MDVIP-affiliated primary care physician, together we can
 
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Dr. Plansky's Credentials

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Residency:
St. Joseph's hospital
Syracuse, NY
Family Practice 1993-1995

Internship:
St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center
Syracuse, NY
1992-1993

Medical School:
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Rochester, NY
Doctorate of Medicine 1992

Undergraduate:
Brown University
Providence, RI
Bachelor of Arts, History 1985

University of Sussex
Falmer, Brighton, England
Brown University Exchange Program 1983-1984

Diplomate, American Board of Family Medicine
Diplomate, American Board of Addiction Medicine
Certification in Sensorimotor Education, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute
Teacher Certification, Nei Kung
Teacher Certification, Eternal Spring Chi Kung
Director, Center for Integrative Medical Research 2005-present
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry 2015-present
Veterans Administration Medical Center
 - Addiction Medicine Specialist 2012- 2021
 - Co-Director, Substance Abuse Drop-In Group, 2014-2021
 - Director, Biology of Addiction Group, 2016-2021
 - Director, Biology of Pain Group, 2016-2021
 - Medical Director, mPOWER Program, 2012-2014
Faculty, American Society of Clinical Hypnosis, Annual Scientific Meeting and Workshops, Phoenix, AZ 2017
Faculty, 26th Annual International Psychological Trauma Conference, presenting work using Shakespeare with Veterans, Boston, MA 2015
Director, Shakespeare from the Streets 2016-2019
Director, Shakespeare as Medicine™
 - The Tempest 2017
 - Julius Caesar 2016
 - Macbeth 2015
 - Henry V 2015
Fellow, American Academy of Family Practice
New York

Testimonials from patients of Dr. Plansky

from Reza in NY March 18, 2024 for Bernard J. Plansky, MD

I have been with Dr. Plansky way before he joined the MDVIP. He is a great and kind person while having a great deal of experience and knowledge about his patients. He listens and understands his patients needs. His staff specifically Catherine are great in following up and helping him to provide the best for patients.

from Thomas in NY March 10, 2024 for Bernard J. Plansky, MD

I have known Dr. Plansky, for many years. I'm not sure how many years. Over 30, I suppose. I met him when I was calling critical results from a hospital laboratory. That sounds simple enough, but it can be tricky to reach someone in the middle of the night. And, it's somewhat of a mixed bag. The person on the other end of the phone is not always as appreciative or concerned as you… See more

from Veronica in NY March 9, 2024 for Bernard J. Plansky, MD

I was very ill and needed to submit reams of paperwork to take extended leave from work. . Dr Plansky never missed a deadline and never made me feel like an imposition.

from Robert in NY March 8, 2024 for Bernard J. Plansky, MD

Dr. Bernard Plansky is my Primary Care physician.

Our doctor/patient relationship has fortunately (for me) extended into a strong friendship and bond that I both deeply relish cherish.

I cannot quantify in numerical terms, the amount of extreme care, patience, passion, attention to detail, and compassion that Dr. Plansky projects in every aspect of his being…

Both he,… See more

from Roger in NY February 28, 2024 for Bernard J. Plansky, MD

My Primary Care Physician, Dr. Bernard Plansky, is a Renaissance man in the truest sense of the word. Beyond the skill, compassion and thoroughness in his practice, he has a range of interests that would make him worthy of at least a brief biography. But his deepest passion is Shakespeare, and he will share that selectively with his patients, and I have had the good fortune to be the… See more

from Kenneth in NY February 24, 2024 for Bernard J. Plansky, MD
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Bernie, as my wife Shirley and i colloquially call him , is not only the best , most competent MD that we have ever had, he is also the most interesting, caring and fun person to engage with, both professionally and personally. He is incredibly knowledgeable in not only conventional medicine practice (which he shares with me in extended conversations) , but also the healing arts with regard… See more

from sylvie in NY February 22, 2024 for Bernard J. Plansky, MD

A week or so ago I was taken by ambulance to ER because of very high BP. Was briefly treated, told the doc on duty that I felt better so I was released to go home. The next morning I was back in ER and not getting much attention. Dr. Plansky was informed that they were going to release me again and that is when Dr. Plansky immediately arranged with my heart doc to have me transferred to… See more

from Mary in NY February 21, 2024 for Bernard J. Plansky, MD

My husband and I have many stories about Dr. Bernard Plansky's outstanding care and service. Here is one that stands out in my mind.
After both of my husband's parents died (within 9 months of my mother dying), we were both having trouble dealing with our grief on our own and as a couple.
We shared with Dr. Plansky during our annual visit that we were struggling and he… See more

from Annette in NY February 10, 2024 for Bernard J. Plansky, MD

My Doctor is Dr. Bernard Plansky and has been my Doctor for at least 50 years. He and his wonderful wife, Catherine, have been my best friends. In July 0f 2021 I had a revision to my hip. I was put on a blood thinner. After 5 days I started feeling sick and called the pharmacy to find out if this pill was causing my stomach discomfort since I had ulcers in the past and some meds caused this.… See more

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