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Dr. Michael Austin, MD

Dr. Michael Austin, MD

Pediatrics*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Austin, MD is a pediatrician in Tyler, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Tyler and Cook Children's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1000 E 5th St Ste 100 Tyler, TX 75701
Telehealth available
(903) 590-5000

Care Philosophy

"Counselor. Advocate. Listener. Detective. According to Dr. Michael Austin, these are some of the many skills a successful pediatrician must have. "Much of what we do in pediatrics is not really related to acute health is..."

- Dr. Michael Austin, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Austin specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • 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.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Austin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Austin

4.7

12 ratings, 6 with a written review
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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
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Roman frias – Nov 11, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 30, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Anonymous – Aug 21, 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
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Abbie Bell – Jun 03, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Nancy in Mesquite, TX – May 25, 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
Helpful
M. Arthur in Tyler, TX – Feb 08, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Counselor. Advocate. Listener. Detective. According to Dr. Michael Austin, these are some of the many skills a successful pediatrician must have. "Much of what we do in pediatrics is not really related to acute health issues. It's about forming...read more

biography

Dr. Austin is a Pediatrician practicing with UT Health East Texas Physicians in Tyler, Texas. 

  • Pediatrics

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  • University Of Colorado Health Science Center

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • University Of Texas Health Science Center At San Antonio

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Office1000 E 5th St Ste 100 Tyler, TX 75701
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  • 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 - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Tyler

    800 E Dawson St
    Tyler, TX 75701
    Recipient of 8
    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
    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Cook Children's Medical Center

    801 7th Ave
    Fort Worth, TX 76104

  • UT Health Tyler

    1000 S Beckham Ave
    Tyler, TX 75701
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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