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Dr. Alexander Mackay, MD

Dr. Alexander Mackay, MD

Neurosurgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Alexander Mackay, MD is a neurosurgeon in Spokane, WA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities MultiCare Deaconess Hospital and Kootenai Health. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Cancer Care Northwest

605 E Holland Ave Ste 100 Spokane, WA 99218
Telehealth available

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Dr. Mackay 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. Mackay specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Mackay's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mackay

4.6

11 ratings
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About Me

care philosophy

Treat others as you would want a member of your family treated.

biography

While at the University of California, San Francisco, Dr. MacKay developed a stereotactic CT localization frame used for radiation implants to treat brain tumors. He continued using this technique after moving to Spokane, and later used LINAC based...read more
  • Neurosurgery

  • Radiation Oncology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center

    2002
  • University Of California San Francisco

    Residency Hospital, 1981
  • University Of California San Francisco

    Internship Hospital, 1976
  • University Of California-san Francisco

    Internship Hospital, 1976
  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1975
  • Princeton University

    Undergraduate School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Mackay is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Cancer Care Northwest

    Cancer Care Northwest - North Spokane605 E Holland Ave Ste 100 Spokane, WA 99218
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • MultiCare Deaconess Hospital

      800 W 5th Ave
      Spokane, WA 99204

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    • Kootenai Health

      2003 Kootenai Health Way
      Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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