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Dr. Derek Taggard, MD

Dr. Derek Taggard, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Derek Taggard, MD is a neurosurgeon in Clovis, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Clovis Community Medical Center and Community Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

782 Medical Center Dr E Ste 205 Clovis, CA 93611

Make an Appointment

(559) 387-3300

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Taggard is affiliated with Clovis Community Medical Center Clovis, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Taggard specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Taggard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Taggard

4.2

24 ratings, 8 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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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 14, 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
Helpful
Jan 04, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Robin Martinez – Sep 13, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
LJ – Sep 29, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Dec 01, 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
8 people found this helpful
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Oct 24, 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
What could be improved
No results
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shelley – Jan 31, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Derek Taggard, MD is a neurosurgeon in Clovis, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Clovis Community Medical Center and Community Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Iowa Hosps And Clinics

    Residency Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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More than three years ago
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Locations

Practice

Community Neurosciences Institute-Clovis782 Medical Center Dr E Ste 205 Clovis, CA 93611
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

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Practice

Community Neurosciences Institute-River Park45 E River Park Pl W Ste 104 Fresno, CA 93720
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Clovis Community Medical Center

    2755 Herndon Ave
    Clovis, CA 93611
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (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.

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

    1% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Community Regional Medical Center

    2823 Fresno St
    Fresno, CA 93721
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    68%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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