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Dr. Benedict Taylor, MD

Dr. Benedict Taylor, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Benedict Taylor, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Boise, ID and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ventura County Medical Center and Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

6140 W Curtisian Ave Ste 102 Boise, ID 83704
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(208) 367-7787

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Taylor specializes in the areas of General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Taylor's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Taylor

4.3
15 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
80%
80%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
7%
7%
1 star
13%
13%

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Pre-surgery visit
Very professional Explained in detail and took his time Described in detail the steps involved
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Sep 22, 2022
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Instills confidence
Dr. Taylor was very thorough in explaining my options.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 07, 2022
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Explained my situation in a way I could understand and was very knowledgeable and pleasant. I felt comfortable with him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Marilynn Carter – Aug 04, 2022
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10 years later.
On June 8, 2012, Dr. Taylor performed a triple by-pass surgery on me at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, CA. I just want to let him know that I am still doing extremely well 10 years later! I’m 75 years young, still work a full time professional engineering job. I found Dr. Taylor to be professional and caring. Signed: James Bevill
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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James Bevill – Jun 13, 2022
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SurferChic part 3: At this point I wouldn’t recommend him unless you really grill him about after care and have a clear understanding about the surgery and the pain you will have. I would definitely NOT recommend having the cryo done as part of the robotic surgery because they failed to tell me I would have pain and swelling for MONTHS afterward. I would rather deal with just the surgical pain itself because that has never hurt me like this did. I have ALWAYS bounced back really fast and I still find it hard to get up and move due to pain and swelling, which can be visibly seen under my clothing. So be very thorough if you choose this surgery.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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SurferChic – Nov 14, 2021
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Dr Taylor is amazing very professional and skilled surgeon. I would recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Jody – Feb 17, 2021
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On time, very professional, complete review of the problem with intended surgical treatment and follow up.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Elaine Peck – Nov 26, 2020
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Dr. Taylor made sure to cover all aspects of my recovery to include always making sure my lungs were in good shape and doing constant check on them. Dr. Taylor was the least invasive he could be which made for a faster recovery for me. Everyone I encountered had nothing but good things to say about Dr. Taylor’s work.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lucia – Aug 05, 2020
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Dr. Taylor is the man you want when facing life threatening heart issues! Don't ever hesitate or question this man, he has it covered!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Gary Halverson – Oct 26, 2019
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Saved my life when I had emergency surgery for Type A Aortic Dissection. We were there on a trip from CA. Forever grateful to Dr. Taylor and his team for being there for me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 09, 2019
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Extremely professional previous and prompt.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Clifford Gaston in Boise – Sep 19, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

If you are in need of an audience with a Cardiothoracic Surgeon, then you are faced with what is often a dangerous and debilitating condition in need of surgical redress. I strive to provide state of the art surgical care for heart and lung disease,...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • General Surgery

*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 Washington Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2008

  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2004

  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2003
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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General Surgery†
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Thoracic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Saint Alphonsus Heart Care Emmett6140 W Curtisian Ave Ste 102 Boise, ID 83704
1

Practice

Academic Family Medicine Clinic-MH3291 Loma Vista Rd Bldg 340 Ventura, CA 93003
2
Office6140 W Curtisian Ave Boise, ID 83704
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

    400 W Pueblo St
    Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    Recipient of 6
    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

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    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

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center

    1055 N Curtis Rd
    Boise, ID 83706

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ventura County Medical Center

    300 Hillmont Ave
    Ventura, CA 93003

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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