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Dr. Hari Tumu, MD

Dr. Hari Tumu, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Hari Tumu, MD is a neurosurgeon in Austin, TX. He is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 86 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (86 reviews)

Locations

Austin Brain and Spine - South Austin

Austin Brain and Spine - South Austin1221 W Ben White Blvd Ste 250B Austin, TX 78704
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Austin Brain and Spine - Central

Austin Brain and Spine - Central3000 N Interstate 35 Ste 600 Austin, TX 78705
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Austin Brain and Spine - Georgetown

Austin Brain and Spine - Georgetown3201 S Austin Ave Ste 205 Georgetown, TX 78626
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tumu is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center Austin, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Tumu is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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. Tumu specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. 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.
  • Practices at Top HospitalCranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Tumu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tumu

4.3

86 ratings, 50 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
1%
1%
3 Star
1%
1%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
15%
15%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
Helpful
Jun 09, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 17, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Carol Graff – Oct 02, 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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Charles Anderson – Mar 05, 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Davida Walker – Aug 06, 2020
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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
Helpful
Kay Arnold – Jul 22, 2020
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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
Helpful
Sarah Baird – Jun 30, 2020
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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
Helpful
Robert Lewis – Jun 21, 2020
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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
Helpful
Ralph Davis – Jun 11, 2020
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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
Helpful
Edgar Smith – May 29, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Goodlett family – May 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 17, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jeffrey M. Novak DMD – Apr 06, 2020
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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
Helpful
LOUIS L CUEVAS – Mar 09, 2020
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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
Helpful
jose rubio – Feb 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kevin French – Feb 25, 2020
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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
Helpful
Mary – Jan 29, 2020
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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
Helpful
Laura – Jan 17, 2020
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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
Helpful
Mike – Jan 13, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Comprised of six physicians, Austin Brain & Spine is the largest group of neurosurgeons in Central Texas with expertise in all areas of neurosurgery including spine, vascular, tumor, neurotrauma and pain. By treating the whole person with a continuum...read more

biography

This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Dr. Hari Tumu came to Austin in 2002 after completing residency training at The Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus. He has a wide range of interests in both spinal and cranial surgery....read more
  • Neurosurgery

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

  • The Ohio State University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Tumu is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

    Read our methodology

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. David's Medical Center

      919 E 32nd St
      Austin, TX 78705
      Recipient of 86
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence 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

      View all awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% 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
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality