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Dr. Michael Walker, MD

Dr. Michael Walker, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Walker, MD is a plastic surgeon in Fredericksburg, TX and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with Hill Country Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (41 reviews)

Practice

206 W Windcrest St Fredericksburg, TX 78624

Make an Appointment

(830) 997-0252

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Walker is affiliated with Hill Country Memorial Hospital Fredericksburg, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Walker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Walker specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Walker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Walker

4.8

41 ratings, 23 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 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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WalkerFanForever – Jan 15, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Walter T Sheppard – Jul 20, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Elizabeth Sloan in Fredericksburg, TX – Aug 15, 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
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Whitney Pugh in Fredericksburg, TX – Jun 21, 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
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Johnnie40 in Fredericksburg, TX – May 24, 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
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Betty84192 in Fredericksburg, TX – May 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
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Anna57093 in Fredericksburg, TX – Apr 27, 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
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Ron01533 in Fredericksburg, TX – Apr 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
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Danny973 in Fredericksburg, TX – Apr 21, 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
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Carol23776 in Fredericksburg, TX – Apr 09, 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
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Anne353463 in Fredericksburg, TX – Mar 30, 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
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Sandi708 in Fredericksburg, TX – Feb 23, 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
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Dottie18 in Fredericksburg, TX – Feb 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
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Tracy18502 in Fredericksburg, TX – Feb 17, 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
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Julie2367 in Fredericksburg, TX – Feb 01, 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
Julie60229 in Fredericksburg, TX – Jan 20, 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
Linda22826 in Fredericksburg, TX – Jan 19, 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
Jaylin00 in Fredericksburg, TX – Jan 17, 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
Cynthia087 in Fredericksburg, TX – Jan 15, 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
Campbel432 in Fredericksburg, TX – Jan 10, 2017
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Walker and his staff are dedicated to excellence in facial plastic surgery. This requires understanding the patients needs and desires as well as educating them on the possible solutions to their cosmetic concerns that meet their expectations.

biography

Dr. Walker's surgical training at Baylor College of Medicine included rotations with  Dr. Michael Debakey and Dr. Denton Cooley. He has over 30 years  experience in facial plastic surgery and has helped 1000's of patients renew ...read more

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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

  • Naval Hospital Portsmouth/eastern Va Med Col

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • Naval Hospital Portsmoutn/eastern Va Med Cch

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • Baylor Affil Hosps

    Internship Hospital, 1979

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978

  • University Of Pennsylvania, Pa

    Medical School, 1978

  • University Of Texas / Austin Campus

    Undergraduate School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated 
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Dr. Walker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Hill Country Facial Plastic Surgery Center206 W Windcrest St Fredericksburg, TX 78624
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Hill Country Memorial Hospital

      1020 S State Highway 16
      Fredericksburg, TX 78624
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      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

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      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

      86%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

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