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Dr. Daniel Refai, MD

Dr. Daniel Refai, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Daniel Refai, MD is a neurosurgeon in Atlanta, GA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Refai has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Emory University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 345 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (345 reviews)

Practice

21 Ortho Ln Atlanta, GA 30329
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(404) 778-7000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Refai is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Atlanta, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Refai specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Refai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Refai

4.8

345 ratings, 242 with a written review
5 Star
94%
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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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Bob S – Apr 02, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mar 07, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Theresa – Nov 11, 2024
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Carol Carroll – Oct 25, 2024
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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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Bekah Cates – Aug 15, 2024
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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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Jul 18, 2024
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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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Jan 28, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 01, 2023
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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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Lois Sutton – Aug 31, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Aug 06, 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
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Pam – Jan 03, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Deborah Blockman – Oct 25, 2022
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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
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Fletcher – Jul 13, 2022
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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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Gail Eidson – Jun 11, 2022
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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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Vicki and Robert Young – May 13, 2022
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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
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May 04, 2022
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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
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Erica – Mar 22, 2022
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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
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Judy Stroup – Feb 28, 2022
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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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Feb 26, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

Personalized care for complex spine problems

  • Neurosurgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • 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.

  • Cleveland Clin Spine Inst

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts

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Locations

Practice

Emory Physical Therapy LLC21 Ortho Ln Atlanta, GA 30329
1

Practice

The Emory Clinic Inc59 Executive Park South NE Atlanta, GA 30329
2

Practice

Office59 Executive Park South NE Ste 3000 Atlanta, GA 30329
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Emory University Hospital

    1364 Clifton Rd NE
    Atlanta, GA 30322
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower 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

  • Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital

    5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd
    Atlanta, GA 30342
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% 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

  • Emory University Hospital Midtown

    550 Peachtree St NE
    Atlanta, GA 30308
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower 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
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