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Dr. G Alexander West, MD

Dr. G Alexander West, MD

Neurological Spine Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. G Alexander West, MD is a neurological spine surgery specialist in Houston, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 4 Star Rating (46 reviews)

Locations

Houston Methodist Department of Neurosurgery

Medical Office Building 118400 Katy Fwy Ste 570 Houston, TX 77094
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New Patient?
(713) 903-2837

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. West's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. West

4.0

46 ratings, 25 with a written review
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Apr 02, 2025
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Mar 29, 2025
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  • Explained conditions well
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Feb 25, 2025
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  • Explained conditions well
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Feb 08, 2025
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Feb 08, 2025
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Jan 04, 2025
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Dec 18, 2024
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Dec 18, 2024
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Ed and Suzanne – Nov 13, 2024
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Sep 10, 2024
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Aug 10, 2024
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Jul 31, 2024
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Jul 27, 2024
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Jul 24, 2024
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Jul 20, 2024
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May 08, 2024
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May 09, 2023
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Jacqueline Martin – Mar 25, 2022
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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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Heather Bandy – Apr 06, 2021
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Nov 25, 2020
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About Me

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Dr. G Alexander West, MD is a neurological spine surgery specialist in Houston, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Neurological Spine Surgery

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  • Atkinson Morley's Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Washington Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Washington Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Virginia School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Houston Methodist Hospital

    6565 Fannin St
    Houston, TX 77030
    Recipient of 67
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Houston Methodist West Hospital

    18500 Katy Fwy
    Houston, TX 77094
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    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

    79%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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