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Dr. Michael Edwards, MD

Dr. Michael Edwards, MD

Neurosurgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Edwards, MD is a neurosurgeon in Sacramento, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UC Davis Medical Center and Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

4860 Y St Ste 3740 Sacramento, CA 95817

Make an Appointment

(916) 734-3658

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Edwards is affiliated with UC Davis Medical Center Sacramento, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Edwards' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Edwards

4.8

15 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
93%
93%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
7%
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1 Star
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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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Gabriella Rodondi – Jan 04, 2025
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Boyd Family – Nov 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Aug 27, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Linda Rossi in Aptos, CA – Jun 17, 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
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Nelson Matute in San Jose, CA – May 29, 2016
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biography

Dr. Michael Edwards, MD is a neurosurgeon in Sacramento, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UC Davis Medical Center...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Tulane University Of Louisiana

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Edwards is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office4860 Y St Ste 3740 Sacramento, CA 95817
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UC Davis Medical Center

      2315 Stockton Blvd
      Sacramento, CA 95817
      Recipient of 49
      hospital awards

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

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

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

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      View all awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

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

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

      725 Welch Rd
      Palo Alto, CA 94304

    • St. Mary's General Hospital

      350 Boulevard
      Passaic, NJ 07055
      Recipient of 5
      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.

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

      3% lower than the national average

      74%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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