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Dr. Heather Bradford, MD

Dr. Heather Bradford, MD

Emergency Medicine*

Dr. Heather Bradford, MD is an emergency medicine specialist in Hilo, HI. She is affiliated with medical facilities Hale Ho'Ola Hamakua and Hilo Medical Center.

3 Star Rating
Based on 2 reviews 3 Star Rating (2 reviews)

Practice

1190 Waianuenue Ave Hilo, HI 96720

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bradford specializes in the area of Emergency Medicine. See board certifications
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Bradford's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bradford

3.0
2 ratings, 2 with a written review
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She took the time to find out what was causing my complaints. She took a battery of tests and did not stop there, but continued on until she found the reason. I am so thankful she was my attending physician at the emergency room. She was patient, and explained things and was genuinely concerned. She has excellent bed side manners and was professional at all times.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 04, 2021
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First time I saw her was for blood in my stool & the second time I needed back surgery for a severely herniated disc. First time around my 2nd son had just passed away. I was grieving. I started crying because she asked how many kids I have that are living. She was so cold and careless. The 2nd time I had just given birth to my third baby & herniated my disc so badly that I couldn't move an inch without excruciating pain. I was bedridden for 5 days and wore diapers because I couldn't even pass gas without debilitating pain. My mom had to move in with me to care of my kids. My dad is a chiropractor and told me I need an MRI. I called 911 & was taken to the ER. Dr. Bradford looked at my MRI & said I had a mild herniation (false) & I was sobbing saying I need surgery & I live up 7 flights of stairs I can't go home. She said "not with that attitude you won't. We'll load you up on painkillers & send you home." I ended up being flown to Maui for back surgery thanks to the next doctor on call
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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ZR – Nov 21, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Heather Bradford, MD is an emergency medicine specialist in Hilo, HI. She is affiliated with medical facilities Hale Ho'Ola Hamakua and Hilo Medical Center.
  • Emergency Medicine

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

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Emergency Medicine®
Emergency Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Hilo Medical Center1190 Waianuenue Ave Hilo, HI 96720
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Office407 Uluniu St Ste 411 Kailua, HI 96734
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Hale Ho'Ola Hamakua45-547 Plumeria St Honokaa, HI 96727
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hale Ho'Ola Hamakua

    45-547 Plumeria St
    Honokaa, HI 96727
  • Hilo Medical Center

    1190 Waianuenue Ave
    Hilo, HI 96720
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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