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Dr. Matthew Burton, MD

Dr. Matthew Burton, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Matthew Burton, MD is a neurosurgeon in Lake Charles, LA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital and CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

4150 Nelson Rd Ste C10 Lake Charles, LA 70605
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Burton is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital Sulphur, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Burton is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Burton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Burton

4.3
33 ratings, 30 with a written review
5 star
79%
79%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
6%
6%
2 star
3%
3%
1 star
12%
12%

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Better if you could talk to the doctor
Really didn't get to talk to the doctor, only the nurse practitioner and he wasn't that great. If I asked a question, he seemed to struggle to find an answer. What can you expect, he's not a doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Apr 11, 2025
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Useless
The doctor wouldn't see me but so said recommended surgery without so much as offering another option. I have other options that work for my condition, but being i went through the VA, it seems all these people want is that quick surgery money.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
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Apr 09, 2025
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Honest
I was sent to Dr. Matthew for a second opinion on my lumbar & sacral issues. He validated my symptoms & didn't dismiss my issues. He was very clear about all treatment options & why I may or may not be s good candidate for certain ones. He seemed to care more about a patients quality of life than simply performing as many surgeries as possible to make a buck.
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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Liz – Mar 05, 2025
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Very informative and to the point.
He actually shakes your hand, not just holds it
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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Amanda Mire – Feb 26, 2025
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Excellent
Very friendly staff. The office was able to get me in quickly. Dr and assistant were very knowledgeable and informative.
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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Christine – Feb 08, 2025
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Awesome Experience
Dr Burton is absolutely awesome. He is very straight and to the point. His staff is nothing but professional and caring. Thank you all for taking care of my back.
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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Dwight Gerst – Feb 04, 2025
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Doctor Burton and his staff are very helpful and very knowledgeable about everything. Doctor Burton was referred to me by my old primer care doctor. Doctor Burton have been came more like friends instead of patient and doctor he preformed my two spinal fusions and he just did my big back surgery almost two weeks ago he made sure he explained everything to me where I understand and the day of surgery he made sure he kept in touch with my husband whom was waiting for me to get out of surgery. I will recommend him and his staff to all my friends and family
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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Kimberly Reed – Dec 09, 2024
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Terrible experience
I had an MRI and met with Dr. Burton. He went over results and recommended a fusion. I gave the go ahead for surgery and never heard back from his office. After a month passed,I called the office, they told me they were waiting for insurance approval. I called my insurance and they never received a request for approval. Two and a half months later, they called to say they were following up about my surgery. I informed them that after no calls from them and no explanation I did call them 3 times, that I was seeing another neurosurgeon and had surgery scheduled. This was the worst service ever. Obviously he is either too busy or has terrible office staff. I will never recommend Dr. Burton. This is no way to run a medical practice.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 18, 2024
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Excellent and Professional Dr.
Dr Burton was very through with the explanation of what was my issue with my lower back. Along with what would be the best avenue of treatment to proceed with at this time, along with other options if that should be required.
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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Charles LaVergne – Aug 06, 2024
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Worst experience EVER
Long story short basically misdiagnosed me and I had to travel 3 hours to get better medical care. Also has terrible bedside manner. Would not recommend at all.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
  • Long wait times
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Apr 15, 2024
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Dr. Burton is the BEST
I was terrified to have surgery. I knew I needed it. I’d seen another neurosurgeon in town, but something felt “off”. From the moment Dr, Burton came into the room I knew he’d be the one doing my surgery. I NEVER saw a nurse practitioner or an associate. Dr. Burton takes the time to see all of his patients at every appointment. He listened to me. What others may perceive as dismissive, I saw as confidence. Any concern I had during my healing process was never a concern to him. He was and has been right every single time. This man saved my life. I regret waiting 2 years to have my back surgery. He is currently treating me for facial/neck pain and I am once again pleased with my results. I highly recommend Dr. Burton to any and every one.
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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Jackie Bourque – Feb 06, 2024
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Highly Recommended
The care I received from Dr. Burton was exceptional. They listen attentively to my concerns and provided a personalized treatment plan, with positive results. The entire team at the office displayed a high level of professionalism and make me feel very comfortable every time I walk through the door!!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Brooklyn Leach – Jan 25, 2024
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Great service
Very informative about the problem and curing the problem. Sits and listens and is never in a hurry to leave the room.
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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Jun 27, 2023
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I say YES
Everyone in the office are very nice. Wait time is not long. Dr. Burton is very kind and honest from my experience.
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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May 15, 2023
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Feel at home
How he entered the room made you feel comfortable and felt like you was talking to a friend and he was on top of his game and made you feel good with the problem at hand!
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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May 08, 2023
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Excellent care
Dr. Burton was very professional and very considerate of what I had to say about my condition. He was honest and never pressure me to do any procedures that I wasn’t comfortable with. He gave the facts, neg and positive for me to make my own decisions, it was very refreshing to experience this honesty. I recommend anyone to see Dr. Burton if I could.
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
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Apr 02, 2023
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The best around
I love how relaxed Dr burton is, it feels like talking to your friend! He listens to all your complaints and concerns and approaches them with care! He explains everything in ways you can understand and doesn’t use huge words! His staff is great too! Even my kids enjoy going because of the staff! Dr burton is also pretty easy on the eyes if ya know what i mean ??
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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Mar 31, 2023
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Poor bedside manners
Seen Dr Burton twice. On the 2nd visit he pretty much dismissed us without much of an explanation. Said he wanted me to see another physician and would call me and let me know. No phone call from him and when we called the office the receptionist gave us the name of the other doctor. Called that office and they had no idea what we were talking about and would not schedule us an appointment. We would not recommend Dr. Burton.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 25, 2023
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Major Surgery
When I met Dr. Burton he was very straight forward and explained that this was a complex problem and recovery will be long an at sometime painful. He has followed up on questions I have asked. He gives good advice and coaching
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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L Oliver – Feb 09, 2023
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My visit
Dr Burton was easy to talk to and we came up with a plan right away.
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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Dec 31, 2022
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About Me

biography

Dr. Matthew Burton, MD is a neurosurgeon in Lake Charles, LA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital and CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Missouri

    Residency Hospital
  • Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

    Medical School
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Dr. Burton is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Stanley R Kordisch M D AMC4150 Nelson Rd Ste C10 Lake Charles, LA 70605
    1

    Practice

    Memorial Interventional Spine2770 3rd Ave Ste 110 Lake Charles, LA 70601
    2
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 12:00pm
    • Directions

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital

      524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr
      Lake Charles, LA 70601
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      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

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

      701 Cypress St
      Sulphur, LA 70663
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      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

      View all awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

      1701 Oak Park Blvd
      Lake Charles, LA 70601

      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

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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