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Dr. Michael Franklin, MD

Dr. Michael Franklin, MD

Neurology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Franklin, MD is a neurologist in Saint Petersburg, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Joseph's Hospital and St. Anthony's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

1201 5th Ave N Ste 202 Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
Telehealth available

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Dr. Franklin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Franklin

3.8

37 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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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Tami – Jul 29, 2024
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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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Shae – Mar 08, 2023
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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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Mark F. Vinette – Dec 20, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Katrina – Oct 25, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Jennifer – Feb 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patrick T. in Clearwater, FL – Sep 06, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
LisaL in St Pete – Apr 21, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 23, 2018
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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
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michelle in St Petersburg, FL – Oct 21, 2017
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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
10 people found this helpful
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Nov 28, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sandy in Brooksville – Oct 10, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nancy Dinucci in St Petersburg, FL – Aug 23, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Crazyd in Clearwater, FL – May 26, 2016
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alisa in Bradenton, FL – Apr 19, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chelsea S. in Clearwater, FL – Apr 08, 2016
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
St. Petersburg, FL – Jan 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

I am an experienced BC neurologist BC in Electrodiagnostic Medicine and Headache Medicine.

My philosophy is to treat a patient first and foremost. I spend time with patients. I may not always be on time as as a result. That is how figure things out!!!
  • Neurology

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

  • Montefior Med Center Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992
  • Kings Cnty Hospital State University Ny

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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    Practice

    BayCare Medical Group Neurology at St. Anthony's Hospital1201 5th Ave N Ste 202 Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
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