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Dr. Don Cheatum, MD

Dr. Don Cheatum, MD

Rheumatology*
60+ years of experience

Dr. Don Cheatum, MD is a rheumatologist in Dallas, TX and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University in 1964. He is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 58 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (58 reviews)

Practice

8440 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 400 Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 345-1408

Dr. Cheatum is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cheatum specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cheatum's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cheatum

3.6

58 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
55%
55%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
26%
26%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Vincent – Jul 20, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Rhonda L. Auldridge – Mar 11, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Dec 27, 2018
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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
Helpful
Glenda Bradshaw in Point, TX – Jun 09, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ft Worth, TX – May 17, 2017
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Amy in Plano, TX – May 02, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Terry in Denison, Texas – Apr 29, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
kennette in Lewisville, TX – Feb 08, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
David in Paris, TX – Feb 01, 2017
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dallas, TX – Jan 16, 2017
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Neanne in Dallas, TX – Oct 17, 2016
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nancy Higginbotham in Gardner, KS – Sep 24, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sherman, TX – Aug 12, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carolyn Charba in Powderly, TX – May 31, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dallas, TX – Mar 12, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 11, 2016
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Don Cheatum, MD is a rheumatologist in Dallas, TX and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University in 1964. He is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas. He is accepting new patients.

  • Rheumatology

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  • Washington University

    Medical School, 1964
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Internal Medicine†
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Rheumatology†
†Self designated 
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Dr. Cheatum is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office8440 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 400 Dallas, TX 75231
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas

      8200 Walnut Hill Ln
      Dallas, TX 75231
      Recipient of 15
      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

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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