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Dr. James Alvis, MD

Dr. James Alvis, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Alvis, MD is a neurosurgeon in Norman, OK and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southwestern Medical Center and INTEGRIS Health Edmond Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

2412 Palmer Cir Norman, OK 73069

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Alvis is affiliated with Oklahoma Heart Hospital South Oklahoma City, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Alvis specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Alvis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alvis

3.4

17 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
35%
35%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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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Nov 06, 2024
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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
13 people found this helpful
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May 24, 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
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Kyle S. in Yukon, OK – Oct 17, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Danny W. in Oklahoma City, OK – Mar 31, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Alvis, MD is a neurosurgeon in Norman, OK and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Locations

Practice

Norman Neurosurgical PC2412 Palmer Cir Norman, OK 73069
1
Joint Reconstructive Specialist3110 SW 89th St Ste 200D Oklahoma City, OK 73159
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Oklahoma Heart Hospital South

    5200 E I 240 Service Rd
    Oklahoma City, OK 73135
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    93%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    22% higher than the national average

    93%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    24% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Community Hospital

    3100 SW 89th St
    Oklahoma City, OK 73159
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • INTEGRIS Health Edmond Hospital

    4801 Integris Pkwy
    Edmond, OK 73034
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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.

    86%
    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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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