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Dr. Russell Buchanan, MD

Dr. Russell Buchanan, MD

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Russell Buchanan, MD is a neurosurgeon in Waterloo, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY / SACRAMENTO / COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES in 2005. He is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

146 W Dale St Ste 201 Waterloo, IA 50703

Make an Appointment

(319) 226-9888

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Buchanan is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital Waterloo, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Buchanan 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. Buchanan specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Buchanan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Buchanan

3.9

17 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
12%
12%
1 Star
18%
18%

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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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Theresa Fullilove – Apr 22, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Springer – Jul 31, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
dale – Oct 30, 2019
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Jun 10, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 04, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Greg in Waterloo, IA – Jan 06, 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
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rusty in Cedar Falls, IA – Sep 13, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

At Heartland Neurosurgery, our goal is to provide patients with excellent healthcare. We strive to achieve the highest standards in patient and referring provider satisfaction. We understand the distress a patient may feel, whether they are suffering...read more

  • 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.

  • California State University / Sacramento / College Of Health And Human Services

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Buchanan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation146 W Dale St Ste 201 Waterloo, IA 50703
    1
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 12:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Practice

    Midwest Sleep Services Inc.2413 W Ridgeway Ave Waterloo, IA 50701
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital

      1825 Logan Ave
      Waterloo, IA 50703
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      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

      6% higher than the national average

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

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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