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Family MedicineI believe in and am committed to providing the highest quality preventative and evidence-based medical care to my patients and their families. I pride myself on getting to know my patients and understanding their lifestyles, health goals, and challenges. The most valuable skill I have learned over the years is the importance of listening to the patient. Talking less and listening more helps me deliver the most effective care.
I am a board-certified outpatient family medicine physician who joined St. Luke’s University Health Network in the summer of 2022 after practicing at another area network for several years.
Outside work, I am an avid hiker. I also enjoy kayaking, reading books about self-improvement and mindfulness, traveling and spending time with my cat Freddie.
school Education
Medical School
- Drexel University, 2002
Residency
- Lehigh Valley Health Network, 2002 - 2005
Board Certifications
- Family Medicine
star Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke's University Health Network.
“Have already recommended Dr Budinetz to my friends.”
July 30, 2025
“Good”
July 28, 2025
“Good”
July 28, 2025
“Good experience”
July 27, 2025
“Good”
July 27, 2025
“Dr Budinetz is simply the best physician . We always feel blessed by his care and attention to both mine and my husbands needs”
July 24, 2025
“Always superior !”
July 24, 2025
“Outstanding! Really listened to me. Looked up information on his phone right away about a supplement”
July 24, 2025
“Dr Budinetz He's an excellent doctor very thorough and explains everything about what's going on with my health. My one test result came back A little higher than normal and he explained the situation and schedule another test director everything was OK”
July 24, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz is the best health care provider I ever had!! I travel 2+ hours just to be seen by him!! Great physician epitome of what health care should be!!”
July 23, 2025
“My experience was excellent. I came in a little stressed because I would see a new doctor.Dr.Budnitz put me quickly at ease .”
July 20, 2025
“I would recommend St Luke's to all my favorite relatives and best friends.”
July 20, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz is exceptional in his field. He listens, discusses then comes up with a plan of care. I have already recommended him to several of my friends.”
July 20, 2025
“Dr Budinetz is wonderful. He's the greatest.”
July 13, 2025
“I followed Dr. Budinetz to this office and drive one hour to see him. Would highly recommend.”
July 12, 2025
“Always a friendly staff and doctor”
July 1, 2025
“St likes is awesome I tell everyone to my doctor”
July 1, 2025
“I thought it was very nice of Dr. Budinetz to apologize for the wait time before I saw him. Many health care personnel these days are not that courteous.”
June 30, 2025
“Great Group and visit with Robert Budinetz”
June 30, 2025
“Great visit and did not feel rushed. Great to have a doctor who knows my medical history and explains things in detail.”
June 24, 2025
“Dr. Budnitz is very thorough and trustworthy in my opinion.”
June 24, 2025
“Great visit for annual physical with Dr. Robert Budinetz, who has been my primary care doctor for more than 10 years.”
June 18, 2025
“I was very concerned when Dr. Scheirer left the practice but was presently surprised when meeting Dr Budinetz. Fortunately to get another great Dr. That sent me next door for xrays and then an MRI. The office staff has always been wonderful also. Thankyou to all!”
June 18, 2025
“The receptionist was cheerful and my wait time was short. I didn't feel rushed during my appointment with Dr. Budinetz. All in all, the visit was great. I'm very pleased to have Dr Budinetz as my primary care physician.”
June 16, 2025
“Dr. Bunidetz is the best! So respectful and understanding. He took the time to listen and answer all my questions”
June 16, 2025
“This was my first visit with Dr. Budinetz, and a Medicare visit. He is very sufficient and thorough with my exam, his knowledge of my chart and knows that I need a medicine prescription.”
June 16, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz is an exceptional physician.I appreciate his expertise!!!”
June 13, 2025
“Dr.Bud is my new doctor since mine left,i have seen him several times when my doctor wasnt avaiable! He is always caring and understanding ! Im so glad good doctors work there!”
June 12, 2025
“It was a good first time experience”
June 11, 2025
“The doctor answered my concerns. I am very satisfied.”
June 9, 2025
“Minimal waiting in the front room and the exam room. Great experience meeting my new primary care physician.”
June 8, 2025
“Good doctor listens to you”
June 8, 2025
“I highly recommend my Dr. He was Amazing”
June 7, 2025
“Always a pleasure to see Dr. Budinetz.”
June 7, 2025
“They are always on time and friendly”
May 26, 2025
“R. This appointment was my first with Dr. Budinetz. For multiple reasons, my wife and I had been considering switching from another Health Network to St. Luke's as a our Primary Health Care Provider. To put this into context, in the past few years we had become increasingly dissatisfied with LVHN. Conversely, recent experiences with St. Luke's Urgent Care (Hamburg) and St. Luke's / Geisinger Hospital were world class. We both agreed that our evaluation and impression of our appointment with Dr. Budinetz would be a major determinant of our decision to switch to St. Luke's. Everything from the ease of making an appointment, the pleasant greeting of the facility's receptionist, and professionalism of all staff members produced a very favorable first impression. Upon meeting Dr. Budinetz, my wife and I immediately sensed that he was a medical professional who was genuinely concerned about us as individuals not mere patient numbers. Because this was our initial appointment with Dr. B., he spent considerable time letting us to get to know about him and vice versa. I could continue with many other favorable comments but I'll get to the bottom line. Dr. Budinetz is now our Primary Care Physician.”
May 19, 2025
“Best doctor ever!!!!”
May 18, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz replaced Dr. Jorge Scheirer as my PCP as Dr. Scheirer transferred to another St. Luke's facility. I was very impressed with Dr. Budinetz and believe he will supply me with the same excellent care that I have always received at the Hamburg facility.”
May 18, 2025
“Everything went smoothly for my first time appointment.”
May 15, 2025
“The Dr. Was very good at listening and explaining thing to me. Very nice place overall also”
May 12, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz is the best doctor ever! My husband is SO happy that he started going to him too! Always very down to earth, very knowledgeable & compassionate! I have already recommended Dr Budinetz to friends!”
May 8, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz is outstanding!”
May 8, 2025
“Good”
May 7, 2025
“I am so happy with Dr. Budd. He is one of the best doctors we've ever had. I was recommended by one of my customers to St. Luke's Hamburg and I recommend it to all my friends. I can't say enough good about Dr. Budd. He truly cares about his patients I tell all my friends to ask for him and the girls out front from the time you enter the door till you leave are so friendly and courteous and very knowledgeable. This I love this practice. One hand always knows what the other one is doing”
May 5, 2025
“Best doctor ever!!!!”
May 5, 2025
“Dr Budinetz and the entire staff at St Lukes Family practice are outstanding!”
May 4, 2025
“This visit was the best health care I have ever experienced. I am amazed at the care level from registration, check in, Dr., and check out. I got answers to questions I have been other providers who had no answers. Dr Bud had all the answers. He is fantastic.”
May 3, 2025
“Always fast and professional care when I visit this office.”
May 1, 2025
“Entire group at the Hamburg office is always very professional and freindly.”
May 1, 2025
“My initial appointment. Went well”
April 26, 2025
“Extremely pleased with the physician and the staff at this facility. Haven't had a pcp for years due to disagreement with last place, was nervous about going here- and everyone on staff were as kind, courteous and responsive as a patient could ask for. Full 10 out of 10 for being exactly what I needed to resume getting medical care. Thank you”
April 23, 2025
“Great care very good experience. Love doctor Budinitz!”
April 17, 2025
“This office is a blessing for me. The Dr is one of the best I have ever encountered. Convenient & professional & kind.”
April 14, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz thoroughly discussed my medical concerns, offered a treatment plan, answered questions about medication and gave me some information to review regarding the conditions we discussed.”
April 8, 2025
“Yet, another A+ experience in the St Lukes Network...”
April 7, 2025
“I'm very happy with my Doctor and stuff.They show respect and they make sure they listen to you for me this is the best family physician I could ever ask for and staff”
April 2, 2025
“Great place , very friendly, and doctor was great ! Helped me right away and gave great advice and instructions. Glad to have him as my doctor.”
April 2, 2025
“Good”
March 31, 2025
“Best Doctor anywhere! Office staff is excellent, exceptional.”
March 29, 2025
“Dr Bud is great. Wonderful to talk to .Understands me physically mentally and emotionally. Staff always professional and friendly”
March 28, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz is hands down one of the best doctors I have ever had. When he moved to our Hamburg location (which is a good 40 minutes away from me now), I still go to him for my care. I will drive as many miles needed to see a trustworthy and compassionate provider like him. His practice is also always so caring, making It a pleasant experience and worth the lengthy commute.”
March 24, 2025
“Everyone was polite and very professional.”
March 18, 2025
“All ok”
March 15, 2025
“I'm seen in a very professional way and on time, if not early. I highly recommend dr. Bud.”
March 9, 2025
“Was first visit ,I was wanting to have Dr.Bud as my primary care doctorHe was very helpful with my visitWill be back in June for my appointment”
March 9, 2025
“I have been seeing Dr. Budinetz for many years!! We moved to St Lukes to be with him. He is the best PCP anyone could ask for. He never rushes you. He takes everything you say very seriously he is very compassionate. He is very thorough. He is extremely smart. He shows genuine concern for his patient. I have recommended many of my friends to him. He looks at the Patient with Their entire medical history review. The office staff is the sweetest kind of staff you could ever have!! We always get an answer the same day. They always treat you very courteously and almost like a family. I hope Dr. Budnitz gets The feedback from his patients. He is deserving of all the accolades of praise. He is a gem and an integral part of making St. Luke's family practice so thorough and good!”
March 9, 2025
“I always have a great experience here no matter who I've dealt with in the office. I love it so much that I moved and drive back home for my Dr appointments because they have set the bar so high in the care I receive, that I've not found any one near me that comes close to their level of care. I drive 3 hrs and 45 mins to see the team here and I think that speaks volumes on how much I appreciate the team here and the care o receive with them. Thank you for having such a great staff that actually cares about their patients and remembers things you have discussed with them.”
February 28, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz was very friendly and professional.”
February 24, 2025
“Dr. Bud is awesome! He deals with my mentally handicapped adult son extremely well and is kind patient & very knowledgeable.”
February 24, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz gave clear explanations of my health concerns which helped me understand need for medications and their dosages. Very responsive and easy to talk to.”
February 22, 2025
“Dr Budnetz was easy to talk to, thorough, knowledgeable of my test results and spoke to me that was clearly understood. Great vidit”
February 20, 2025
“Both my Wife and I are completely satisfied with the care we receive by St Lukes Health system. Dr. Robert Budinetz, and all the staff members are caring professionals. And this comment applies to all the St. Lukes Hospitals which we have visited. It is such a pleasure to be able to comment on this topic. We thank you, (Name)”
February 19, 2025
“I saw Dr Bud as a new patient. He was very understanding and listened. Dr Bud showed great concern for my health and is very proactive in dealing with my health issue.”
February 15, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz is the best doctor anyone could ever have he makes you feel like the most special patient. He has his kind, compassionate knowledgeable and a great doctor”
February 14, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz is TOP NOTCH!”
February 8, 2025
“Very good experience as I get bad anxiety when around people new to me. At first I had a bit of anxiety but it didn't take long for that to pass simply because EVERYONE talked TO me, treated me with respect, was patient with my initial anxiety & made me feel EXTREMELY comfortable.”
February 8, 2025
“Very happy with my new family physician Dr. Robert Budintez.”
February 7, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz & his team are amazing! They're all so caring & compassionate & we love them!”
February 2, 2025
“This was my first appointment with Robert Budinetz MD. He is an outstanding listener and care provider. Every Issue I raised he had a complete answer, or he took immediate action to resolve. Thanks Dr. Bud. I look forward to a long and healthy patient/provider relationship with you.”
January 31, 2025
“I absolutely love coming to this provider, the doctor is amazing ! He is very thoughtful and the girls in the office are the best! I referred 2 people to this office and to Dr. Budinetz great place”
January 27, 2025
“I was very pleased with this visit to Robert Budinetz as this was my first time changing providers to St Luke's.”
January 26, 2025
“I love Dr Budinetz and followed him from Coopersburg. It is worth the drive to have him for a physician. Also love this office and staff. Everyone is very kind and warm.”
January 26, 2025
“Very happy with St Luke's and Robert Budinetz. ”
January 25, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz is a great doctor and appreciate the care I received from him!!!”
January 23, 2025
“My doctor Robert Budinetz is always informative and extremely helpful to get me in my best health”
January 21, 2025
“Amazing how much the office cares about my health my life was actually saved by the doctor who warned me about my blood pressure”
January 17, 2025
“Everyone at the office and the provider were all friendly and helpful - definitely a new experience for me! I will choose St. Lukes wherever I can and have already started recommending them to friends/family.”
January 11, 2025
“Dr. Budinetz is thorough, knowledgeable of my concerns, answers my questions and patient. I appreciate having a good doctor who seems to genuinely care about the patient.”
January 10, 2025
“Robert Budinetz is an Excellent primary care provider.”
January 9, 2025
“Doctor Bud is excellent, I have recommended him to family. He does not hold back with good or bad information. Tells it like it is.”
January 9, 2025
“Always a professional experience and a comfortable office experience”
January 1, 2025
“I was very pleased with everything at my visit with ROBERT BUDINETZ”
December 19, 2024
“Everyone was very friendly at the office of ROBERT BUDINETZ and felt like I was actually heard by everyone; not treated as a number.”
December 19, 2024
“Everyone in this office of ROBERT BUDINETZ is always very polite and very helpful.”
December 19, 2024
“Dr. Budinetz is a very amicable and caring person and always seems to have your best interest at heart. I would definitely recommend him to family and friends.”
December 15, 2024
“Great doc! Listened, cared and offer appropriate help.”
December 8, 2024
“Dr Budnitz and the team there are all great people.”
December 7, 2024
“I traveled more than hour to see Dr Budinetz he is very patience and through answer all my questions. Everyone at practice very friendly.”
November 28, 2024
“My husband and I are very pleased to have Dr Budinetz as our primary doctor. He is very easy to communicate with; he is caring and he is very intelligent. We feel that he can diagnose accurately and has people skills as well as professional skills. Hopefully, he will remain our physician permanently.”
November 20, 2024
“Very pleased with my doctor Robert Budnitez and his staff.”
November 20, 2024
“All good! with Robert Budnet”
November 19, 2024
“Always a good experience with Dr. Robert Budinetz. I've been with him and followed him from another network. He truly listens and understand the importance of taking time with his patients. The office experience was good.”
November 15, 2024
“Dr. Budinetz is wonderful. He is an example of what every doctor should be. He listens his courteous he's knowledgeable and you can tell he cares about his patience. St. Luke's Hospital should be very happy to have him on board. I followed him from Bethlehem to Hamburg St. Luke's Hospital that's how great he is. I would hope you would share all the good messages you get about Dr. Budinetz because he deserves to hear them.”
November 10, 2024
“He is always concerned and makes sure I have the best care. He referred me to a specialist.”
November 6, 2024
“A good visit, helpful information.”
November 1, 2024
“Everyone was very professional”
October 31, 2024
“Dr Budinetz and the whole staff has been excellent. I came to him for a second opinion, immediately I felt like I was being heard and not treated like just a number. He gave me so much confidence knowing that he was going to find out the reason for my symptoms and not just medicate for no reason unlike my first opinion at (Name) The staff has been so incredibly nice and supportive even through my first appointment when I had some tears cause I knew something was wrong but I didn't know what. I am so glad for this doctor and staff, he is a great doctor. They all deserve a great pay raise. 11/10!”
October 31, 2024
“Went in for scheduled medicare wellness visit. Robert Budinetz and the Office staff is wonderful, always gives you all the time you need.”
October 16, 2024
“Great visit with Robert Budinetz”
October 15, 2024
“Doctor Roberts Budinetz and staff are very nice. They are wonderful for a medical team.”
October 15, 2024
“Never a problem at the office of Robert Budinetz”
October 15, 2024
“Dr. Budinetz is always pleasant and has even given me recommendations for supplements. He listens carefully, truly seems to love what he does, and I learned at my last visit that he even loves cats, always a plus. :)”
October 15, 2024
“I am very pleased with my Doctor ROBERT BUDINETZ. The staff are great as well.”
October 13, 2024
“Dr. Budinetz cares and goes above and beyond for his patients.”
October 11, 2024
“First time visit post stroke. Sought new PCP due to poor experience with previous PCP. Exceptionally positive experience where Dr took time to explain what occurred during my stroke and meds involved.”
September 30, 2024
“Dr. Budinetz is very smart and thorough in his analysis of my issues and how to help me.”
September 27, 2024
5.0 RATING
“Staff and doctor easy to talk to.”
July 31, 2025