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Dr. Kortney Hightower, MD

Dr. Kortney Hightower, MD

Dermatology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Kortney Hightower, MD is a dermatologist in Tampa, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hightower has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Practice

13000 Bruce B Downs Blvd Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 972-2000

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hightower specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Hightower's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hightower

4.8
34 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
91%
91%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
3%
3%

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We are here from out of state. I needed an Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis removed. I was able to see Rebecca Leynes, PA-C the same day I called. All the staff was helpful, professional, and kind. Rebecca was great and her assistant did a great job numbing the spot - absolutely No discomfort. What a great relief for me to have been taken care of so quickly and easy peasy!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!
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 other person found this helpful
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Feb 19, 2024
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Office Responded
Office responded to my complaint and apologized. Said our original call was not handled correctly. They will let us return as a patient. We appreciate them reaching out to resolve.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Aug 13, 2022
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Dr. Hightower is professional and knowledgeable. He explains procedures and answers any and all questions. In addition to the above, he has a great humorous personality. D. Moody ARNP who I see most of the time is extremely competent and the office staff are friendly and helpful.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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C. Miller – Nov 07, 2020
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Just an excellent doctor. Highly recommend to anybody.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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May 16, 2019
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Great staff. I didn't really need to see Dr. Hightower, but I saw his ARNP. She was excellent and explained things clearly to me.
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dinah in Apollo beach, fl – Oct 09, 2017
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My husband and I are new patients. We went for a full body exam. Dr. Hightower did an extremely thorough, slow and careful exam --even of the scalp. On me he found a suspicious site, took a sample and I return today for removal of a squamous cell cancer on my leg. He listens carefully, has a person in the room taking extensive notes on a computer and you feel valued as a patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Donna in Apollo Beach, FL – Jun 09, 2017
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Dr. Hightower was very thorough and fully explained the necessary procedure.
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
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Ruskin, FL – Dec 06, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

At Hightower Dermatology, patient care is our top priority! Every patient deserves my complete attention and expertise when they come to see me. I enjoy helping people to resolve their dermatologic conditions in the safest, best and most timely manner with a patient focused approach.

  • Dermatology

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  • University Of South Florida

    Residency Hospital, 2007

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

    Medical School, 2003

  • Auburn University

    Undergraduate School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

James A Haley VA Medical Center13000 Bruce B Downs Blvd Tampa, FL 33612
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Joseph's Hospital

    3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
    Tampa, FL 33607
    Recipient of 7
    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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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