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Dr. David Yingling, MD

Dr. David Yingling, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. David Yingling, MD is a neurosurgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1985. He is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (41 reviews)

Cape Neurosurgical Associates

150 S Mount Auburn Rd Ste 320 Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Telehealth available

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Dr. Yingling is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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. Yingling 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.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Yingling's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yingling

4.3
41 ratings, 24 with a written review
5 star
76%
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4 star
7%
7%
3 star
0%
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2 star
2%
2%
1 star
15%
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Have had three lower back surgeries. He has always helped me. Would recommend him to anyone. Thank-you Dr. Yingling
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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Teresa Chalk – Apr 05, 2024
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Dr. Yingling Review
Dr, Yingling is a pleasant and thoughtful practitioner. During my visits with him, he was not rushed, listened to me and interacted with me. He carefully reviewed my MRI scans and was frank about my condition. At the conclusion of my second visit, he did not rush to surgery and frankly told me he could not assure me that surgery would answer my problems. He suggested an alternative procedure and asked me if I would like to try that and I answered affirmatively. I always feel good after our visits.
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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John Wm. Ringer – Mar 09, 2024
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AAAA++++++
Very if you want a great and caring DR. See DR Yining
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 16, 2023
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Best Neurosurgeon
Recent visit was to schedule Mri. I totally trust this doctor. He did my brain surgery and i never wish to chance another dr. He's the best!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Pamela – Mar 02, 2023
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Great doctor!
Dr. Yingling is a very professional doctor and cares about his patients. He is the best!
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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EJF – Jan 22, 2023
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Dr Personality
Dr Yingling, although a fine surgeon, I wish was more personable. This was my fourth visit to his office which included a post op assessment. Dr Yingling’s patient nurse never introduces her somber self. I leave the office thinking there should be a sign over the door that says “Indifference served here”.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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M from Illinois – Dec 08, 2022
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Visit for neck issues
Dr. Yingling was very informative. I felt I received straightforward care.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Nov 30, 2022
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Dr Yingling
Follow up appointment after surgery
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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Marsha – Oct 28, 2022
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Conservative in his approach
With a complex issue as I have it was good to see a person who ensures all issues are explored before any suggestion for surgery. Jumping into problems before all data is available can result in a bad outcome which is why he is exceptional.
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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Oct 14, 2022
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Very Attentive!! Explains everything!! Any questions? Just ask, he Will take time to answer each & every question..Dr Yingling has performed Cervical & Lumbar Spine Surgeries on me, I would Not Recommend Anyone else But him!! What he says, you can take it to the bank…the people I’ve recommended him to, were so pleased with their outcome, others also recommended him..
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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Dianne M. – Sep 29, 2022
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He did an excellent job explaining my test results & telling me the way he thought best to handle my problem. He is caring & listens to your questions & concerns.
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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Sep 24, 2022
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Trust Him With My Life
Caring, Understanding, Listens to our concerns. I have had 2 surgeries done by him and about to have a 3rd and I wouldn’t trust any other doctor but Dr. Yingling to do these.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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MVASurvivor2008 – Aug 31, 2022
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Visit for MRI results and set up surgery. He is so calm and professional and explains everything. He is just awesome
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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Linda Williams – Aug 24, 2022
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Excellent Results
Dr Yingling is so confident and puts your mind at ease, even with a major operation imminent. He made me feel comfortable and confident with his experience and knowledge. He takes time to explain thoroughly the procedure he will be performing.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Diane Hahn – Jul 31, 2022
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Dr Yingling is an outstanding doctor. He’s kind and very attentive. He recently did carpal tunnel surgery on me. You can’t even see where I had stitches. I will and have recommended him to family and friends.
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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Joyce White – Apr 01, 2022
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Dr. Yingling is a great surgeon and an even better person.
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
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 25, 2020
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I had been treated previously for some cervical disc issues, and Dr. Yingling and his staff were always very thorough, professional and provided ethical, scientific based treatments.
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
4 others found this helpful
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May 06, 2020
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Dr Yingling was extremely professional. Great bedside manner! Easy to talk to and very sympathetic to my pain. Hispital care and follow up was the best! Went fri 7 years of pain to no pain !!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 10, 2019
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This is a great neurosurgeon. Cape neurosurgical associates gives you the best care. They have two of the most caring surgeons. I saw Dr. Yingling after I had surgery in the hospital. His partner was out of town that weekend, so D.r Yingling kept check on me while he was gone. He was very nice and had a great bedside manner. Both doctor's there are the best neurosurgeons. Their nurses and staff are also great and caring people.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Sikeston, MO – Jul 09, 2017
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Don't see him for Chiari Malformation. When you're symptoms are worse after surgery, he'll fire you as a patient, passing you off to a neurologist, claiming it's "just a headache". Turns out it was a failed surgery only discovered after getting a second opinion.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Sikeston, MO – Apr 04, 2017
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Dr. David Yingling, MD is a neurosurgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1985. He is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Neurosurgery

  • Minimally Invasive Neurological 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.

  • Albany Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • Albany Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1986
  • Albany Medical College

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Yingling is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Cape Neurosurgical Associates

    Cape Neurosurgical Associates150 S Mount Auburn Rd Ste 320 Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Saint Francis Medical Center

      211 Saint Francis Dr
      Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
      Recipient of 2
      hospital 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

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

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