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Dr. Richard Brazzel, MD

Dr. Richard Brazzel, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Brazzel, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Gainesville, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee in 1992. He is affiliated with HCA Florida North Florida Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

7 am
to
7 pm

Tuesday

7 am
to
7 pm

Wednesday

7 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

7 am
to
7 pm

Friday

7 am
to
5 pm

Saturday

8 am
to
12 pm
724 NW 43rd St
Gainesville, FL 32607

Dr. Brazzel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalGynecologic Surgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Brazzel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brazzel

4.6
35 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 star
89%
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4 star
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3 star
3%
3%
2 star
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1 star
9%
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Excellent!!
I love going to see Dr. Brazzel. He makes me feel welcome each time I go. I feel as if he knows my medical history very well. It makes the visit feel more personalized. He spends time with me and does not rush through the visit. I highly recommend him.
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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Mandy – Mar 06, 2025
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Great Doctor
I have seen this doctor for almost 18 years he is a caring and patient physician. Definitely one of a kind. He has delivered both my babies and did a great job on both.
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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Casey – Dec 14, 2024
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One of the best docs!
Dr. Brazzel is an outstanding physician and friend. Very down to earth and kind. I’ve been a patient of his for almost 20 years. No complaints.
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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Missy – Dec 09, 2024
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Nice
Doctor is very nice, I feel relaxe and he doesn't stress me out. He helps me solve problems. His smile always gives you energy.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Yan – Sep 15, 2023
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I'm sure it's known by now what a treasure Dr. Brazzel is, but from my perspective here are some big ways he gets it right: 1. He cares and it shows. 2. Never rushes, and still somehow rarely runs behind appointment times. 3. Truthful, clear, & concise; all whilst having excellent bedside manner. 4. Trustworthy. I never needed to question his knowledge or decision making. 5. Excellent surgeon. Handing over the wellbeing of my child and myself to someone else is no easy ask. Always felt at ease with his skills and ability to do what he do excellently does.
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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Dec 16, 2022
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I drive an hour, one way, to see Dr. Z for my pregnancy appointments. Which became more impressive with my weekly visits for twins. He is calm and caring, very reassuring and always leaves me with the confidence I needed to make it until the next appointment. His staff has been nothing but helpful even with some of my silliest questions. I wouldn't hesitate to send family, friends or any stranger in need to this practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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3 Pregnancies and not a single complaint. – Dec 15, 2021
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Well it's been a while since I have seen Dr. Brazzel, but he is an all around amazing human being. You can tell he genuinely enjoys what he do. Although I have decided not to have anymore babies. I have referred every single one of my friends who is planning to conceive and or just found out they're pregnant, to your practice. Keep up the great work Dr. Brazzel!
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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Kadetra C. Austin – May 11, 2021
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Dr. Brazzzel took amazing care of me throughout my high-risk pregnancy. He listened to every single concern I had with out ever making me feel silly, or crazy. He never rushed our appointments by brushing off my questions. He answered every single one them thoroughly. He constantly made sure I knew what to expect and how to react if something were to happen. Dr. Brazzel went out of his way multiple times to check on me and my baby. Under his care I felt safe and attended to at all times. He is the best doctor I have ever had.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Kassandra Hernandez – Sep 22, 2020
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Dr. Brazzel is very pleasant and has a very comforting smile. I really appreciate how he never make news/results seem negative but with an assurance that all will be okay because he's going to do everything in his power to make it so.
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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Ms. JJ – Aug 09, 2019
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He took his time to ask questions about my health as well as listening closely to my answers. I've been a patient of many doctors, and Dr. Brazzel is one of the best. As a nurse, I know a good doctor when I see one, and would definitely recommend him to others.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Marilyn Mandell in Alachua – May 09, 2018
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I can't tell much about his medical skills. This review is to his nurse staff at North Florida Hospital of Gainesville that he let them run the practice to him. They don't listen to the patient and tell them "I am the one who decides who speaks to Dr. Brazzel."
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Gainesville, FL – Oct 27, 2017
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Dr . Brazil was amazing he saved my life and took excellent care of my baby and me. I wish I was there for this pregnancy I know I would be in good hands.
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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Heather Williams in Tampa, FL – Sep 13, 2016
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As soon as he came in the room his smile and presents made any fear or worry go away! He is very informative and always happy he made my 1st pregnancy so easy and worry free that if I ever have another child I'm going to fly from El Paso Texas all the way to Florida and stay there for the whole nine months just for his services
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
3 others found this helpful
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Ieshia jones in El Paso, TX – May 05, 2016
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I loved him so much the 1st time I'm going to him again! He's funny, informative, and has great bedside manner!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Land O Lakes, FL – Jan 12, 2016
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Your comfort and satisfaction is our top goal. We achieve this by maintaining an environment which is patient focused and family friendly.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Of Tennessee

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Tennessee

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Tennessee

    Medical School, 1992
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Dr. Brazzel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida North Florida Hospital

      6500 W Newberry Rd
      Gainesville, FL 32605
      Recipient of 80
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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