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Dr. Rebecca Brightman, MD

Dr. Rebecca Brightman, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Rebecca Brightman, MD is a neurosurgeon in Columbus, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1984. She is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

3555 Olentangy River Rd Ste 2001 Columbus, OH 43214
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Brightman is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital Columbus, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Brightman 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. Brightman specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. 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. Brightman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brightman

3.8

33 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
61%
61%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
27%
27%

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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
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Pamela Hall – Jul 03, 2024
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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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Allison Wright – May 02, 2024
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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
Helpful
Keith Brown – Mar 16, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kassandra – Oct 03, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Columbus, OH – Jan 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tammy MCPHERSON in Grove city – Feb 20, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lewis Center, OH – Mar 29, 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Donna Rouse in Crestline OH – Mar 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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shelley H in Delaware, OH – Jan 12, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maqilyn in Mount Vernon, OH – Nov 03, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Columbus, OH – Sep 09, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tammy Roush in Lexington – Aug 01, 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pamula a june in Greenwich ohio – May 12, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rebecca Brightman, MD is a neurosurgeon in Columbus, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 1984. She is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital. She 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.

  • Oh State University Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Ohio State University

    Internship Hospital
  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Brightman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office3555 Olentangy River Rd Ste 2001 Columbus, OH 43214
    1

    Practice

    Office5150 E Dublin Granville Rd Ste 250 Columbus, OH 43081
    2

    Practice

    Office5400 Frantz Rd Ste 250 Dublin, OH 43016
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Riverside Methodist Hospital

      3535 Olentangy River Rd
      Columbus, OH 43214
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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      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

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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