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Dr. David Hardesty, MD

Dr. David Hardesty, MD

Neurology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. David Hardesty, MD is a neurologist in Arroyo Grande, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Dignity Health-Arroyo Grande Community Hospital and Marian Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Locations

Fair Oaks Specialty Center - Neurology

Fair Oaks Specialty Center - Neurology850 Fair Oaks Ave Ste 220 Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
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New Patient?
(805) 212-1043

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hardesty is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center Santa Maria, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Hardesty is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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 ExpertiseDr. Hardesty specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Clean HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals

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Dr. Hardesty's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hardesty

3.6

17 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
47%
47%
4 Star
12%
12%
3 Star
18%
18%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
18%
18%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Kay Kertis – Feb 12, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 20, 2023
Thank you so much for your very valuable...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 08, 2022
We apologize for the experience you have relayed...Read More
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 01, 2021
We apologize for your experience and would...Read More
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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
Helpful
Nov 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
San Luis Obispo, CA – Jan 31, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Meg in San Luis Obispo, CA – Dec 14, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
HB in Arroyo Grande, CA – Sep 14, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Santa Maria, Calif. – Mar 19, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Los Osos – Feb 11, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 19, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cindy DuSair in Avila Beach, CA – Dec 10, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Hardesty, MD is a neurologist in Arroyo Grande, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Dignity Health-Arroyo Grande...read more
  • Neurology

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  • Wake Forest School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Dr. Hardesty is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Marian Regional Medical Center

      1400 E Church St
      Santa Maria, CA 93454
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% 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
    • Dignity Health-Arroyo Grande Community Hospital

      345 S Halcyon Rd
      Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality