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Dr. Joel Patterson, MD

Dr. Joel Patterson, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Patterson, MD is a neurosurgeon in Waco, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1991. He is affiliated with Ascension Providence Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

405 Londonderry Dr Ste 200 Waco, TX 76712
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Patterson specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Patterson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patterson

3.7
9 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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Honest, Straightforward Dr. Recommend
Dr. Patterson took the time to build rapport with me, which was helpful. Presented all options available to me, gave his recommendations, and answered my questions. Did well to kindly tell me what I needed to hear, not what I wanted to hear. I trusted/do trust him. I did not experience any of the complaints mentioned in other reviews. His office staff were also helpful. My wait was short—actually seen before my appointment time. Recommend.
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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Drew – Oct 26, 2023
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I like Dr Patterson he listens
He understood my situation and was really concerned about my health I really enjoyed him He's the only doctor that I've had that listens and sits down and talks to you and to explains everything to to me about my surgery
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 23, 2023
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In 2010 I crushed my L-1. I am extremely grateful he was on call in the emergency room. He took care of me for 5 months. We followed his instruction to the letter. I was advised that I would probably has some discomfort throughout the years. To this day I still follow a lot of his instructions. I have experienced none of the problems I expected. His temperament and bedside manner I could care a less about. He knows his stuff.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Lois in La Porte, TX – Feb 13, 2019
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This Dr has a terrible bedside manner. Throughout my visit he was telling me everything my Orthopedic Surgeon said was wrong he had his hand on his face rubbing his head like he was bored or frustrated with me. It was my first and LAST visit with him, I wouldn't recommend him to my worst enemy!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
21 others found this helpful
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Kelly in League City, TX – Apr 28, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joel Patterson, MD is a neurosurgeon in Waco, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1991. He is affiliated with Ascension Providence Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Neurosurgery

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

*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 Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 1991
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.

Locations

Practice

Ascension Medical Group Providence Neurosurgical Clinic405 Londonderry Dr Ste 200 Waco, TX 76712
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Practice

University of Texas Medical Branch301 University Blvd Galveston, TX 77555
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  • Hours
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 4:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension Providence Hospital

    6901 Medical Pkwy
    Waco, TX 76712
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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