
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Child
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Older Adult
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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MaleAbout Rick A. Fornelli
Dr. Fornelli earned his medical degree from Penn State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at West Virginia University. He is certified in otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology and specializes in caring for both pediatric and adult patients.
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Provider Type
Physician
Locations
- UPMC Bayfront Ear, Nose & Throat
- 380 East Bayfront Parkway, Suite 3, Erie, PA 16507
- phone: 814-877-9060
Expertise
Education
West Virginia University School of Medicine
ResidencyPenn State College of Medicine Hershey Medical Center
Medical EducationBoard Certifications
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck SurgeryInsurance
- UPMC for Life
- UPMC for You
- UPMC Health Plan
- Aetna
- Amerihealth Caritas
- Cigna
- Fidelis Medicare
- Gateway
- Highmark
- Humana
- Medicare
- Non-PA Medical Assistance
- PA Health And Wellness
- PA Medical Assitance
- Palmetto
- Tricare
- Unison
- United Healthcare
- Univera
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
412 ratings, 112 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2025
Absolutely a gem! Dr. Formelli listens and cares about the patient!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2025
I have already recommended this practice.excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2025
We need more doctors to really care as Dr Fiornelli does
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2025
II had a very good experience because they were definitely caring about my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2025
Highly recommend this for anyone having problems like mine
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2025
The best physician I have had experience with in the past 20+ years. I have trained medical assistants and receptionists, and am very particular about customer service and quality of care. This physician and staff are top rate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2025
Dr. Fornelli does an excellent job, from diagnosing the root cause of a problem versus treating symptoms to active listening & providing ideas for his patients to help themselves to being patient & not rushing his patients
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2025
Doctor Fornelli is great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2025
Dr. Fornelli is excellent with his patients. He needs to teach new doctors and some older ones his care and bedside manners.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
Dr Fornelli explained my situation and also listed to my concerns. He explained it will be entirely up to me depending on my circumstances if I would want to pursue hearing aids.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2025
Dr. Fornelli os very caring, takes his time to explain and answer questions. The most caring dr I have ever been to
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
Doctor was very kind and explained my condition. However, nothing could be done as far as my hearing. Have to go back in 8 weeks for that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Dr. Fornelli was very concerned for my well being
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Doctor has the best bedside manner. He was so professional and kind at he same time. He actually looked at me while he spoke and encouraged me to as him questions.Highly recommend him to anyone that has an ENT problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Very good experience!Pleasant office
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2025
This is the best doctors appointment I've ever had. Exam and explanations were great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
A+
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
I experienced a thorough exam/follow up and what to do for the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2025
Dr. Fornelli treated me 12 years ago and I still remember his professionalism and great bed-side manner. He is a good listener and very concise with his explanations and recommendations. I felt at ease and trusted him. Doctor Fornelli and his team are the Gold Standard for care in Erie. Beautiful office too.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2025
Staff was professional and curtious
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2025
I have been seeing Dr. Fornelli since 2014. He is the most caring, compassionate doctor of any kind I have ever been to. I have recommended him to many people over the years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2024
Great no issues!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
I had all my questions answered and Dr. Fornelli and the other Dr. Listened to my concerns and explained what was actually happening with my hearing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
Dr. Fornelli is an exceptional physician and an asset to UPMC
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2024
Dr. Fornelli answered all of my questions very clearly with future care options regarding my inquiries.If I have future ENT problems, I will return for followup. Right now all of my problems have been resolved to my satisfaction.I will definitely recommend Dr. Fornelli to family & friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
Dr. Fornelli was absolutely amazing. My son was a little nervous for the exam and he took the time to look at his stuffed animals ears to show him it was okay. Very very amazing bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2024
Good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2024
I have recommended this doctor to many people
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2024
I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Dr. Fronelli is great! Very compassionate and caring!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Highly recommend Dr fornelli to everyone!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
The Dr.help me he always does
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
Dr. Fornelli is the best!! He takes time to listen & explain everything very well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Dr Fornelli is the best! Hands down and I recommend him to everyone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Dr. Fornelli is an outstanding physician. He is kind, very thorough, a good listener. He discusses results and explains his course of action. I am very fortunate to have such an outstanding doctor care for my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Everyone was very professional and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2024
Dr. Fornelli is excellent. Explains in detail. Offers help
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
I will recommend Dr. Fornelli but I would rather not share him with others!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
I feel like I received excellent care, I have never been to this Doctor or office but I would definitely recommend it to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2024
Dr. Fornellli was very informative and had a great bed side manner. It was my first time seeing him for an incident finding on a brain MRI and I was very impressed with him. He truly cares about his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2024
Provider listened to me, asked questions and offered several options for treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2024
Dr. Fornelli was very kind, concerned, and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2024
Dr. Fornelli is a very kind, compassionate doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2024
Dr. Fornelli was extremely helpful in explaining probably why my ear wax was impacted. He additionally answered questions about hearing aids I was considering. He explained why I was having difficulties and possible solutions and actually helped me make a final decision about them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Best ENT I've ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Excellent care by resident and Dr. Fornelli. I always feel like he's listening to me and concerned about my overall wellbeing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2024
Dr. Fornelli is an excellent doctor. He listens, and takes an interest in your concerns. He asks questions and thoroughly explains his findings.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2024
The care, concern and Information this doctor provided should be the standard. I have already and will continue recommending this Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2024
Loved that he gave my child the autonomy to say no to a procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2024
Dr Fornelli is simply the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
Dr is simply great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
I saw Dr Fornelli for a second opinion. He was very attentive, kind and thorough. I now have a new ENT doctor! So glad I found Dr. Fornelli!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2024
Very detailed took time to listen to me and very detailed in explanation and any follow ups I may need 10 out of 10!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
We have already recommended dr. Fornelli to other families looking for ENT for their little ones. He was fantastic with my seven year old. He also took the time to explain everything to us as parents. His bedside manner is unmatched. Furthermore, he is efficient at tonsil and adenoids removal. Our daughter was in and out of surgery very quick and had short recovery time. All due to Dr. Fornelli's expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Dr. Fornelli is a very attentive physician. I would recommend him to anyone needing an ENT.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/26/2024
The Dr was super friendly and helpful and listened to me and was very respectful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2024
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
Felt very comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2024
Very knowledgeable the whole staff doctors all the way to the receptionist
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2024
Dr. Fornelli and his staff were very attentive and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2024
Dr Fornelli is great! He's very caring & explains things very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2024
Dr. Fornelli always spends his time with each patient, he listens and explains thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2024
Doctor was diligently informative, friendly, down to earth.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2024
Always over and above!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2024
Excellent -Dr Fonelli , staff & associate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2024
Dr. Fornelli is a wonderful doctor and I tell people all the time that
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2024
Excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2024
Dr. Fornelli is a wonderful caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2024
Dr.Fionelli is a wonderful Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2024
Dr. Fornelli and his staff are the best and are a credit to your organization.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2024
Dr. Fornelli is awesome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2024
Both nurse and doctor were professional, courteous, and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2024
He is very kind and considerate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2024
Dr. Fornelli has been my doctor since 2003. He is by far one of the very best doctors of any kind I've ever had. He listens, he's genuinely concerned about what's happening, and he's very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2023
Dr fornelki is an excellent doctor. Would recommend to anyone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2023
The dr was very friendly, very concerned, explained everything in detail and was very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2023
Very kind and concerned about my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2023
Dr Fornelli is an excellent doctorhe ALWAYS SHOW COMPASSION, kindness,And explains everything well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2023
The doctor was amazing. He confirmed my thoughts that I did not have dry mouth and gave me some great suggestions on how to relieve my symptons.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2023
Very friendly and inviting. Explained everything thoroughly and even took the time to explain to my son directly as opposed to speaking through me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2023
Dr. Fornelli is truly one of the best specialists I have encountered. He is knowledgeable and thorough, yet kind and patient. Actively listens and truly processes what you have to say and the concerns you present.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2023
Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2023
Dr. Fornelli has a wonderful approach with patients. He is a great listener. He takes time to answer all questions. He is thorough in his explanations. He is very professional. I feel very confident with him as my ent doctor. I highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2023
I've already contacted several family members about this ENT specialist and his office. Informed them that this was an exceptional doctors visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2023
Great Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2023
Excellent history and technique with nasal scope
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2023
He is an awesome doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2023
Dr Fornellie alwsys explains what going on understandably
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2023
Dr. Fornelli is a great ENT doctor. He's very nice and explains everything he's doing along the way. I highly recommend him to anybody that would need a ENT doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2023
Dr. Fornelli is a great physician. I wouldn't go to anyone else.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2023
The Doctor and everyone else that dealt with me was awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2023
I have been a patient of Dr. Fornelli in the past and have recommended him to several family members and friends. We are fortunate to have him here.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2023
Love Dr. Rick
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2023
Dr Forneli and the entire staff are excellent people!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2023
Dr Foreretti was especially empathetic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2023
Dr Fornelli is amazing. His care and concern for my son is something that I have never experienced in a provider before. He listened to not only me but also my 5 year old with compassion and concern. We have had ear tube as well as tonsillectomy and adeniodectomy. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for ENT care.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2023
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2023
Dr. Fornelli Is an excellent doctor! He explains everything thoroughly to me but also my 89 year old mother with Alzheimer's. He is so kind and compassionate, especially with elderly people... That's why we have been going to him for years! He is a wonderful, kind, and caring physician. So very glad he is our ENT!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2023
Everything went smoothly. A pleasurable experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2023
Dr Fornelli is such a kind man. He was thorough, and explained all that he was doing. He gave me things to watch for and if needed, the office will get me right. He explained everything in words that made It easy to understand what was going on in my throat. I will definitely come back to him if needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2023
Amazing Dr. And staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2023
Dr. Fornelli always gives you that feeling that you are being treated with the best care possible and your important.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2023
Dr. Fornelli is a great doctor who takes time and listens to what the patient has to say.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2023
Dr Fornelli was amazing. He went into detail and explained things perfectly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2023
Dr Fornelli is a master at what he does. I wouldn't go to anyone else.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2023
Fornelli is excellent in all the above aspects.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2023
Dr. Fornelli is a very professional and caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2023
Dr and staff were wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2023
So grateful to Dr Fornelli for his understanding, compassion and empathy - - - many could learn from you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2023
Dr Fornelli is amazing. One of the best providers I have ever seen.