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Dr. Rafael Allende, MD

Dr. Rafael Allende, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Rafael Allende, MD is a neurosurgeon in Melbourne, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Palm Bay Hospital and Holmes Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 79 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (79 reviews)

Practice

1251 Hickory St Melbourne, FL 32901
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Allende is affiliated with Palm Bay Hospital Palm Bay, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Allende 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. Allende 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
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Allende's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Allende

4.8
79 ratings, 56 with a written review
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I am right.
He is just a great Dr He really cares about his patience . Thank you !! I appreciate everything you did for me .
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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Margaret Ramirez – Mar 09, 2025
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Great Dr.
Love Doc Allende, good dude.
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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Dec 11, 2024
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Absolute professional.
I can only say 'ditto' to all of the great reviews here. I've seen several doctors over the past 35 years, never finding an explanation nor solution for my pain. I too am 70 plus, and this appointment with Dr. Allende was the most professional and relaxed I've ever had. He spent an unbelievable amount of time explaining my MRI and understanding my symptoms. I believe his diagnosis and solution are spot on, and I hope to finally be out of pain soon.
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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Tim Reed – Mar 08, 2024
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Great experience
Professional, knowledgeable, and human - staff was great and none of this sitting around forever waiting on stuff to happen. Back operation was successful and all I could hope for results
What went well
  • 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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Nov 16, 2023
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Successful surgery
I'm 70 - of all the doctors, specialists, medical personnel I've dealt with in my lifetime, Dr. Allende (and his PA, Denise) have been by very, very far been the best professionals I've dealt with. They are both professional, kindly, thoughtful, inclusive, steadfast, followed up diligently (and often) and explained my complex issue in a way that I could readily understand and actively participate in. Through Dr. Allende and Denise's support, succor and guidance; and with their phenomenal expertise, I am alive today - and walking. Thank you both for being such amazing human beings.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Oct 29, 2022
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The BEST neurosurgeons by far!!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 15, 2022
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One The best neurosurgeon in the state of Florida
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jose medina – Jul 06, 2022
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Dr. Allende is an excellent physician. He is thorough in his evaluation, takes his time explaining and answering all your questions in a truly caring manner. He has helped me manage my lower back pain after suffering from chronic back pain for years. I hope not to need additional back surgery in the future but if I do, I would trust him completely to be the best!
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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M. Poppell – Jun 15, 2021
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I would rate DR ALLENDE as an EXCELLENT surgeon. He did my neck and lower back. He has a great bedside manner. If you ask a question he will explain it. He did follow up at the hospital and a week later, I saw his PA at the office. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Steve – May 23, 2020
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Dr. Allende and his staff are very friendly and very caring. Dr. Allende takes his time with you, answers all your questions and makes sure you understand. He is a wonderful surgeon. He has done 3 different surgeries on me and each one has been a success. I have not had a better doctor or surgeon than Dr. Allende
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Carol Crimmons – Mar 17, 2020
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Dr Allende put my wife at ease with his question and answers. We are glad we found Dr Allende.
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
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Myong – Feb 27, 2020
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Dr. Allende is the best Dr. I have ever had. He is a caring sincere person.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Feb 11, 2020
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Very pleased with attention at first visit. Looking forward to our next visit on Feb/2020.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Cecilio Rivera – Jan 27, 2020
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I first visited doctor alende two years ago after being sent to the pain management clinic and many other doctors no one was like doctor alende he's professional honest wonderful takes his time explains everything he's a true gentleman and what is left of a true doctor today he did my surgery and we are still seeing one another today four different issues I have recommended him to over 40 patients I would recommend him to anyone I first visited doctor Elan day 2 years ago after being sent to the pain management clinic and many other doctors no one was like Dr Elan day he's professional honest wonderful takes his time explains everything he's a true gentleman and what is left of a true doctor today he did my surgery and we are still seeing one another today for different issues I have recommended him to over 40 patients I would recommend him to anyone he has got the best bedside manner I've ever seen and wonderful and he takes his time and explains everything
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Angela A Bonanno – Dec 16, 2019
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Dr. Rafael Allende explained thoroughly all my options for care in a very detail and informative manner. He took the necessary time to answer all my concerns in reference to my medical condition. I must say that he was the most caring Doctor that I have ever spoke with. Having to make decisions about surgery is not an easy option, but his explanation of my condition and how to take care of it, helped tremendously to follow a care plan that hopefully will reduce my pain and alleviate my condition. Glad that I saw him. I recommend him to anybody who is having chronic pain to seek his guidance and expertise.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Edwin Lasanta – Nov 24, 2019
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I was more than impressed I was blown away! From filling out the inclusive questionnaire and the first phone call to meeting the doctor everyone was above par! The doctor explained his thoughts openly and honestly. Thank you Dr. Allende!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Karen Snizek – Nov 23, 2019
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as always, always amazing and listens. His assistant also is so very helpful. I’m so happy I found him after numerous doctors that have misdiagnosed me and mistreated me. I’ll never see anyone but him!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Linhda – Oct 01, 2019
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While awaiting a knee replacement my hip began to hurt and my orthopedic doctor thought it might be coming from my spine. Dr. Allende read the MRI and x-ray and told me it was the pain coming from my knee, not the spine. I trust him completely as I know he will not operate unless he believes it is necessary. He did surgery on my spine eight years ago and I never had anymore pain.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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JoAnn Kolafa – Sep 09, 2019
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Great service from staff, nurse and Dr. Allende
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 07, 2019
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Dr Allende always listens and takes his time with me to answers any concerns I have. His staff is the greatest they are always polite and caring.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 06, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rafael Allende, MD is a neurosurgeon in Melbourne, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Palm Bay Hospital and Holmes Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • 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.

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013
  • University Of Rochester Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2001
  • University Of Rochester

    Internship Hospital, 1997
  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1996
  • San Diego State University

    Undergraduate School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
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Dr. Allende is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Active Chiropractic LLC1251 Hickory St Melbourne, FL 32901
    1

    Practice

    Osceola Surgical Associates LLC305 N Mangoustine Ave Ste 100 Sanford, FL 32771
    2
    Office3300 S Fiske Blvd Rockledge, FL 32955
    3

    Practice

    Health First Holmes Regional Medical Center1350 Hickory St Melbourne, FL 32901
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Palm Bay Hospital

      1425 Malabar Rd NE
      Palm Bay, FL 32907
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

      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

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower 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
    • Holmes Regional Medical Center

      1350 Hickory St
      Melbourne, FL 32901
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 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.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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