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Dr. Robert Purdon, MD

Dr. Robert Purdon, MD

Radiation Oncology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Purdon, MD is a radiation oncologist in Ocala, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UF Health Shands Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, a Part of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

2020 SE 17th St Ocala, FL 34471

Make an Appointment

(352) 732-0277

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Purdon is affiliated with UF Health Shands Hospital Gainesville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Purdon specializes in the area of Therapeutic Radiology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Purdon's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Purdon

5.0

4 ratings, 3 with a written review
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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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Feb 18, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Pat Garcia in Leesburg FL – Dec 13, 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
6 people found this helpful
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John in The Villages – Sep 12, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Purdon, MD is a radiation oncologist in Ocala, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UF Health Shands Hospital...read more

  • Radiation Oncology

  • Radiology

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

  • University Of Florida

    Undergraduate School

  • Mba

    1998

  • St Marys Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • University Of South Florida

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Radiology®
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Therapeutic Radiology
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Locations

Practice

Unavail2020 SE 17th St Ocala, FL 34471
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UF Health Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd
    Gainesville, FL 32610
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, a Part of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

    4600 SW 46th Ct
    Ocala, FL 34474
    Recipient of 22
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    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

  • Northern Light Mercy Hospital

    175 Fore River Pkwy
    Portland, ME 04102
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

    View all awards

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    20% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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