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Dr. George Plotkin, MD

Dr. George Plotkin, MD

Neurology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. George Plotkin, MD is a neurologist in Tyler, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Plotkin has extensive experience in Neuromuscular & Movement Disorders. He graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center-Marshall and UT Health Tyler. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 56 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (56 reviews)

Practice

700 Olympic Plaza Cir Ste 904 Tyler, TX 75701
(903) 535-6092

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Plotkin is affiliated with CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center-Marshall Marshall, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Plotkin is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Plotkin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Plotkin

4.3

56 ratings, 32 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
2%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
14%
14%

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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
No results
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Jul 10, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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MS. Linda – Jul 01, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Oct 24, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Cristiane Hendrickson – Oct 18, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 17, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Leslie Hays – Sep 20, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 22, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Apr 18, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Kalamazoo – Mar 10, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 05, 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
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jaenpop1990 – Sep 15, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Vickie B – May 13, 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
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Robert Freeman – Apr 13, 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
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Apr 09, 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
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Mar 30, 2022
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What could be improved
No results
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Marvin E Marshall – Feb 13, 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
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Brenda Drew – Jan 12, 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
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Jan 07, 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
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Dec 27, 2021
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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
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Dec 18, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

George Plotkin, PhD, MD, treats a wide range of neurological disorders and is renowned for his expertise in the field of movement disorders and deep brain stimulation therapy.

Patients from across the state and around the world seek...read more

biography

Dr. Plotkin is a neurologist practicing at  UT Health East Texas Physicians in Tyler, Texas. 

  • Neurology

  • Clinical Neurophysiology

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

  • Harvard Med Sch/longwood Neur

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Brigham And Women's Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • Ma Institute Tech Rsrch Lab

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • Boston City Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1990

  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
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Dr. Plotkin is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    George M. Plotkin PhD MD PA700 Olympic Plaza Cir Ste 904 Tyler, TX 75701
    1

    Practice

    UT Health Tyler1000 S Beckham Ave Tyler, TX 75701
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center-Marshall

      811 S Washington Ave
      Marshall, TX 75670
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

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

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

      2% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • UT Health Tyler

      1000 S Beckham Ave
      Tyler, TX 75701
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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