Dr. Neal Shparago, DO

Rheumatology*•Male•Age 70

Rheumatology*

Dr. Neal Shparago, DO is a rheumatologist in Jackson, MS and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shparago has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Vasculitides. He graduated from University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Mississippi Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Neal Shparago, DO

Practice

1200 N State St Ste 500 Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 352-2273

Accepting new patients

(601) 352-2273

Dr. Shparago is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shparago specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals

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Dr. Shparago's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shparago

3.6
17 ratings, 9 with a written review
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2 star
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He was very annoyed that a Dr referred me to him. After a few minutes he told me it was all in my head and it wasn’t happening. He was very rude and didn’t listen. He pushed on my shoulder muscles and said I was fine. Fast forward … I have three diagnosis… one being a muscle wasting disease. Needless to say I am thankful other drs listened.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
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Kathy – Oct 28, 2024
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I AM VERY PLEASED TO KNOW HE'S BACK IN JACKSON MS..I WAS HIS PATIENT BEFORE HE MOVED..I ALWAYS LOVED HIS CARE FOR HIS PATIENTS ARE SO EXTREME...
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Veronica BRADLEY in Jackson, MS – Jan 23, 2019
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I waited 2 months for an appointment. I arrived at appointment time, the time that Baptist hospital mychart notifications told me to be there. The receptionist and his rude secretary told me I was supposed to have been there 30 minutes before appointment time. I certainly could have been if I had been told that ahead of time. I never got to see the doctor because they told me I was “late”. Iasked for a manager but was told there was not one there. Filing complaints with Medicare Medicaid and adm
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Nov 21, 2018
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Excellent! But it's a bit difficult to see him as an emergency appointment re: a flare...an appointment may take months to get on his schedule. Concerned about refills on medication.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Hasanati in Jackson, MS – Nov 21, 2018
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Dr Shparago was wonderful! My appointment today was very positive. My appt was at 9. I was told to get there at 8:30. I was through by 9:15. He was very thorough. I really appreciate the fact that he doesn’t make you wait forever at your appointment!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Oct 13, 2018
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He may be a great doctor, I wouldn’t know. I read my appointment time wrong & showed up 20 minutes late instead of 20 minutes early & my appointment was canceled. After waiting 4 months to see him, I was told I could schedule an appointment for 3 months later. His secretary is rude & extremely unhelpful. She was almost arrogant & turned up her nose. He may be a wonderful doctor, but I will go elsewhere because of how I was treated.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
7 others found this helpful
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Jackson, MS – Oct 05, 2018
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One of the most thorough Drs I’ve ever known. Shows genuine concern for his patients. Excited he’s back in town. I had considered driving to Temple Texas area to see him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Lynda Betts in Florence, MS – Sep 23, 2018
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I was so happy he came back to Mississippi! He's the only rheumatologist who has ever been able to keep my rheumatoid arthritis under control. Feels like family.
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
13 others found this helpful
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J.C. in Madison, MS – Jan 19, 2017
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Dr. Shparago is an amazing physician. He has a great bedside manner with his patients and will go the extreme for his patients. He has been a blessing to my family. I am so glad he is back in Jackson, MS.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
13 others found this helpful
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Jackson, MS – Oct 19, 2016
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  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Walter Reed Army Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • Tripler Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • Tripler Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • University Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Shparago is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Office1200 N State St Ste 500 Jackson, MS 39202
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mississippi Baptist Medical Center

      1225 N State St
      Jackson, MS 39202
      Recipient of 2
      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

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

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