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Dr. Donald Elton, MD

Dr. Donald Elton, MD

Pulmonary Disease*

Dr. Donald Elton, MD is a pulmonologist in Kissimmee, FL. He is affiliated with medical facilities UCF Lake Nona Hospital and HCA Florida Poinciana Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Locations

Florida Lung, Asthma & Sleep Specialists

Florida Lung, Asthma & Sleep Specialists3480 Polynesian Isle Blvd Kissimmee, FL 34746
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Florida Lung, Asthma, and Sleep Specialists - Poinciana

Florida Lung, Asthma, and Sleep Specialists - Poinciana4553 Pleasant Hill Rd Poinciana, FL 34759
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At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Elton specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease & Pulmonology. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Clean HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals
  • Easy SchedulingPatients said scheduling was easy. See reviews

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Dr. Elton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elton

3.3
29 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
48%
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4 star
10%
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3 star
3%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
38%
38%

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Rude and dismissive of concerns. There are much better options out there.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Mary – Jun 02, 2023
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He "does not have time" to respond to family members requests to call and give updates when patients are in the hospital. Even when a Power of attorney has been given to the hospital. Terrible lack of communication skills and I wonder if he even wal... Read More Approved Feb 08, 2021
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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KGG – Feb 08, 2021
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No call to verify my upcoming appt. I actually called them the day of. Had to rush in early only to be seen 50 mins late. It was my first consult. The upfront staff were kind so was the therapist who did the breathing test. Dr. Elton came in for less than 10 minutes. Asked what I was there for. Why fill out all the paperwork for medical history and have my records sent and be asked why I am there?? He literally was walking out and I was rushing to ask more questions. Visit was way too rushed and short for someone with extensive medical history. I won’t be going back would not recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Jan 19, 2021
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Appointment time was overshot by 30 mins. Made me miss another Dr. Appt due to time constraints. After waiting, going into a room and waiting, going into another room for a breathing test, going to another room and waiting, Dr. finally came in for 2 minutes, Blah Blah and out. I was not happy with services or with cavalier attitude regarding my breathing issues. Felt like he just blew it away like it wasn't an issue with him. Not sure if I want to return in 6 wks or just have the results sent to my primary dr. At this point, not sure if it would be worth it or not. Had to give at least 1 star to review. That is being generous.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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Unhappy New Patient – Sep 25, 2020
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Told me what I needed to hear and not just what I wanted to hear.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 31, 2020
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Questionable... Jury still out
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Pam – Jun 16, 2020
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I initially saw Dr.Elton when I was in the hospital and I followed up with him and he didn’t even spend 2min to discuss my asthma...he made me feel like I was just another patient making him money ?? I would NOT recommend this non caring man to be your doctor!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Jan 04, 2020
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If. I could leave negative stars I would. Didn't take any time in the room and never answered any questions and he wasn't even in the room for 2 minutes and rushed us to Jose who was scheduling us for another appointment for the same thing. And we waited an hour and 36 minutes to be called back! While in waiting room you can hear the girl calling to verify insurance talking horrible to the guy upfront and complain about people not knowing they have deductibles. Completely unprofessional and I would never recommend this place to anyone!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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FL – Jan 03, 2020
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Great staff Dr. Elton is very honest and knowledgeable
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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Grace De Los Santos – Nov 19, 2019
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My husband has been having heart issues and it was only Dr. Elton who was honest and knowledgeable enough to tell him what’s truly going on. He saved my husband’s life.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jun 21, 2019
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State of the art medical care in Central Florida
  • Pulmonary Disease

*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 South Carolina

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Palmetto Health (richland)

    Residency Hospital
  • Palmetto Health (richland)

    Internship Hospital
  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Medical School
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Pulmonary Disease
American Board of Medical Specialties
Pulmonology
Self designated 
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Poinciana Hospital

    325 Cypress Pkwy
    Kissimmee, FL 34759
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UCF Lake Nona Hospital

    6700 Lake Nona Blvd
    Orlando, FL 32827

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    80%
    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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