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Dr. Kenneth B Pugar, DO

Dr. Kenneth B Pugar, DO

Neurology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kenneth B Pugar, DO is a neurologist in Dayton, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kettering Health Dayton and Kettering Health Main Campus. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 137 reviews 4 Star Rating (137 reviews)

Practice

1975 Miamisburg Centerville Rd Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 439-6186

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pugar is affiliated with Kettering Health Main Campus Kettering, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Pugar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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 Expertise
    Dr. Pugar specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Pugar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pugar

4.0

137 ratings, 105 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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Mar 25, 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
2 people found this helpful
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ES – Jun 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 16, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 16, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Dec 18, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Rita Gerkey – Dec 15, 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
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Dec 05, 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
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Debbie Schrubb – Dec 05, 2020
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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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Nancy Hopkins Alavattam – Dec 03, 2020
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What went well
  • 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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Helen M Craig – Nov 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
What could be improved
No results
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K Yowler – Oct 21, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Jun 09, 2020
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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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 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
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Feb 27, 2020
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No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 14, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Don – Sep 07, 2019
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dab – Aug 22, 2019
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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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 31, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 25, 2019
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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
Tim in Dayton – Jul 22, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Pugar is the founder and President of Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders. He is a nationally recognized neurologist who has helped develop DCND into one of the largest private neurology practices in Ohio. Dr. Pugar is a firm believer...read more

  • Neurology

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  • Botsford General Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Neurology & Psychiatry®
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Neurology
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Dr. Pugar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders Inc.1975 Miamisburg Centerville Rd Dayton, OH 45459
    1
    Office2510 Commons Blvd Ste 276 Beavercreek, OH 45431
    2
    Office450 Washington Jackson Rd Eaton, OH 45320
    3
    Office630 W Main St Ste 207 Wilmington, OH 45177
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Kettering Health Main Campus

      3535 Southern Blvd
      Kettering, OH 45429
      Recipient of 12
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      View all 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

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Kettering Health Dayton

      405 W Grand Ave
      Dayton, OH 45405
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      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

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Wilson Health-Main Hospital Campus

      915W Michigan St
      Sidney, OH 45365

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

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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