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Dr. Michael Cho, MD

Dr. Michael Cho, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Cho, MD is a neurosurgeon in Kingston, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Northern Dutchess Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

1240 Ulster Ave Kingston, NY 12401
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(845) 331-5165

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cho is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center Poughkeepsie, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Cho is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cho specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Cho's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cho

4.0

35 ratings, 27 with a written review
5 Star
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1 Star
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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 26, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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DISAPPOINTED – Nov 22, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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PAM – Dec 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
2 people found this helpful
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Al-Rabadi – Aug 07, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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MS – Aug 06, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Dec 20, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Joe Lamp1 – Aug 22, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 17, 2019
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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
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treeboy – Jan 18, 2019
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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
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John DiResta in Poughkeepsie,New York – Dec 22, 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
7 people found this helpful
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Barbara Fritz in Hyde Park – Nov 04, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joseph Kanupp in Newburgh, NY – Aug 04, 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
Jazmyn in Montgomery, NY – May 26, 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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cordner in New York – Mar 18, 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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Janet C. in Fishkill, NY 12524 – Nov 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Wendy G in Poughkeepsie, NY – Oct 14, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jesus Perez in Poughkeepsie, NY – Oct 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Caroline Reichenberg in Dover Plains, NY – Oct 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
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kim Hoy. Baker in New York, NY – Oct 11, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

To treat non-surgical patients without surgery, and to treat surgical patients with surgery.

  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Nyu Langone Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Nyu Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • New York University Grossman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992

  • Haverford College

    Undergraduate School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Cho is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Nuvance Health Medical Practice Pc-Kingston Ny1240 Ulster Ave Kingston, NY 12401
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    Practice

    Level One Neurology LLC19 Baker Ave Ste 301 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
    2
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Sun: 8:30am - 4:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Hudson Valley Eye Surgeons at VBMC LLC21 Reade Pl Ste 1100 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
    3
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Vassar Brothers Medical Center45 Reade Pl Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northern Dutchess Hospital

      6511 Spring Brook Ave
      Rhinebeck, NY 12572

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      12% higher than the national average

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    • Vassar Brothers Medical Center

      45 Reade Pl
      Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
      Recipient of 28
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      View all 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

      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Garnet Health Medical Center

      707 E Main St
      Middletown, NY 10940
      Recipient of 15
      hospital 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

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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