Weirton Medical Center in Weirton, WV

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Weirton Medical Center in Weirton, WV

Weirton Medical Center is a nursing home community in Weirton, WV.

Information last verified:

601 Colliers Way, Weirton, WV 26062

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

1.9 from 117 reviews
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Overall Review of Weirton Medical Center

common 8 reviews mention this

Nursing care earns repeat praise

Residents and patients often describe the nursing team as caring and supportive.

Across multiple reviews, people single out nurses for being compassionate, responsive, and attentive during stressful medical moments. Several accounts mention nurses spending real time with patients, answering questions, and providing hands-on support that helped the experience feel manageable. Even when other parts of care drew criticism, the nursing care is frequently described as a bright spot.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Long waits frustrate many visitors

Long waits and delays come up often in patient accounts.

Multiple reviewers describe waiting far longer than expected, whether for intake, being called back, or getting seen after triage. Some mention scheduling issues that add more time in the waiting area, and others describe extended waits for treatment even when they arrived with urgent concerns. A common theme is that the waiting time undermined confidence in the overall visit.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Billing and insurance concerns repeat

Some reviewers raise concerns about bills, insurance, or unexpected charges.

Several reviews discuss billing problems or insurance-related friction, including an unexpected bill after care and difficulty with insurance coverage. There are also accounts of charges they question, such as fees for tests, and receiving bills that felt unjustified. While one review describes a positive billing experience, billing and insurance concerns still show up as a recurring worry in patient feedback.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Doctor bedside manner is mixed

Bedside manner from some doctors and providers is described as poor or dismissive.

Many reviews criticize doctor or provider communication, describing dismissiveness, short interactions, or refusal to address concerns. Others mention disagreement with care plans, missed follow-up, or confusion about what was done, which made the experience feel unsafe. In contrast, a smaller number of reviews do include praise for doctors and surgical teams, but overall the doctor-communication theme is notably mixed.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 33 resident community capacity 33 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Pittsburgh International (17 miles away) Pittsburgh International (17 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Weirton, West Virginia, offers a variety of amenities that may be attractive to seniors looking to settle in the area. There are several reputable physicians and pharmacies nearby, ensuring easy access to healthcare services. Places of worship such as Sacred Heart of Mary Church and St Thomas Episcopal Church offer opportunities for spiritual enrichment. Additionally, there is a selection of cafes and restaurants for dining out options, including Bob Evans and Subway. Transportation options are available through Thrifty Car Rental and U-Haul for convenience when needed. Parks like Follansbee Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, and nearby hospitals such as Trinity Health System ensure quality medical care is easily accessible. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment that caters to the various needs and interests of seniors considering senior living in Weirton.

Physicians

  • Stateline Cardiac Imaging (0 miles)
  • Atul Shetty (0 miles)
  • Kijeon Yoo MD (0.2 miles)
  • Weirton Medical Center Otolaryngology (0.2 miles)
  • Dr Bravo's (0.2 miles)
  • Krishan K Aggarwal (0.8 miles)
  • Dr Kucher And Associates (1.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Ltc Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
  • Village Longterm Pharm (1.2 miles)
  • The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Market Street Pharmacy (5.2 miles)
  • Follansbee Pharmacy (5.5 miles)
  • The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy (5.7 miles)
  • Toronto Apothecary (5.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Sacred Heart of Mary Church (0.8 miles)
  • St Thomas Episcopal Church (1.2 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (3.2 miles)
  • St Paul Catholic Church (3.2 miles)
  • Trinity Lutheran Church (3.3 miles)
  • St Mary Parish (3.4 miles)
  • Family of God Christian Center (3.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Urban Coffee 304 (1 miles)
  • Bourbon Street Cafe (3.5 miles)
  • The Daily Perk (5.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Dee Jay's Bbq Ribs & Grille (1.1 miles)
  • Bob Evans (1.1 miles)
  • Route 22 Sports Bar (1.1 miles)
  • Subway (1.2 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.2 miles)
  • Arby's (1.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Blue Foot Industrial (5 miles)
  • Thrifty Car Rental (5.8 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (6.2 miles)
  • U-Haul (6.7 miles)

Parks

  • Follansbee Park (5.4 miles)
  • Belleview Municipal Park (5.7 miles)
  • Memorial Park (6.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Trinity Health System (5.8 miles)
  • Acuity Specialty Hospital Ohio Valley (5.8 miles)
  • Life Line Hospital (5.8 miles)
  • Trinity Family Care Center (5.9 miles)

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