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Dr. Ahmad Bader, MD

Dr. Ahmad Bader, MD

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Ahmad Bader, MD is a neurosurgeon in Columbia, SC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Faculty Of Medicine, Alquds University in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's Hospital-Cedar Rapids and Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Unity Point Clinic Neurosurgery

3 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 310 Columbia, SC 29203

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Dr. Bader is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's Hospital-Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Bader is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bader specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Bader's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bader

4.5

30 ratings, 23 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 16, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
7 people found this helpful
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Tim – Nov 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Rhonda – Jan 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
12 people found this helpful
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Anne L in Cedar Rapids , IA – Sep 27, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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May 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
12 people found this helpful
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Norma Greeley in Hershey, Nebraska – Mar 06, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Shani Hunziker – Feb 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Paul Parliament in Broken Bow, Nebraska – Feb 16, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Jan 25, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Carol Jean Garland in Grand Island, NE – Aug 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Jeff in Sargent NE – Aug 13, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Jodi Daily in Kearney, NE – Jun 02, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Christian Schluntz in Alma, Ne – May 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Christina Baack in Cozad NE – May 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Gwendolyn Jameson in Upland, NE – May 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Shirley Swanson in Arapahoe, NE – Sep 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Danie lGeschwentner in Colby, KS – Jun 08, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Bob Skates in North Platte, NE – Mar 27, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Rose Drake in Sargent, NE – Mar 11, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Marina Small in Grand Island, NE – Mar 08, 2016
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Dr. Ahmad Bader, MD is a neurosurgeon in Columbia, SC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Faculty Of Medicine, Alquds University in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of British Columbia / Faculty Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2009

  • Faculty Of Medicine, Alquds University

    Medical School, 2005
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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Dr. Bader is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Unity Point Clinic Neurosurgery

    Prisma Health Neurosurgery3 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 310 Columbia, SC 29203
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's Hospital-Cedar Rapids

      1026 A Ave NE
      Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

      1111 6th Ave
      Des Moines, IA 50314
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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