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Dr. Cara Hammonds, MD

Dr. Cara Hammonds, MD

Rheumatology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Cara Hammonds, MD is a rheumatologist in Paducah, KY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Louisville in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital and Baptist Health Paducah.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

225 Medical Center Dr Ste 206 Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 441-4822

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hammonds specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hammonds' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hammonds

3.3

7 ratings, 6 with a written review
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1 Star
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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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Kimberly J. West – Mar 13, 2025
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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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Rebecca Canestrini – Nov 11, 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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ARareRose – Mar 18, 2021
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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
2 people found this helpful
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May 20, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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May 18, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
4 people found this helpful
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Disappointed- Wasted Time and Money in Paducah, Ky – Jul 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Cara Hammonds, MD is a rheumatologist in Paducah, KY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Louisville in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital and Baptist Health Paducah.

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Louisville

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Locations

Practice

Office225 Medical Center Dr Ste 206 Paducah, KY 42003
1
Unavail619 Old Symsonia Rd Benton, KY 42025
2
Marshall County Surgical & Medical Group617 Old Symsonia Rd Benton, KY 42025
3

Practice

Family Practice Clinic PSC518 W Gum St Marion, KY 42064
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Health Paducah

    2501 Kentucky Ave
    Paducah, KY 42003
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Marshall County Hospital

    615 Old Symsonia Rd
    Benton, KY 42025

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Murray-Calloway County Hospital

    803 Poplar St
    Murray, KY 42071

    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

    View all patient feedback
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