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Dr. Samuel Waller, MD

Dr. Samuel Waller, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Samuel Waller, MD is a neurosurgeon in Anchorage, AK. He is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Locations

Coastal Neurology & Neurosurgery

Coastal Neurology & Neurosurgery4100 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 320 Anchorage, AK 99508
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Waller is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital Anchorage, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Waller 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
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Waller's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Waller

4.4

14 ratings, 11 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Recommended patient – Jan 16, 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
3 people found this helpful
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George R Keeney – Feb 05, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 15, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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F Stoklasa – Apr 11, 2023
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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
Helpful
Mar 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Diane Mendlik – Oct 05, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Frank Stoklasa – Apr 29, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 12, 2021
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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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Suwannee Carroll – Jun 23, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Sally D – Nov 05, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
joel in Park Falls WI – May 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Samuel Waller, MD is a neurosurgeon in Anchorage, AK. He is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • 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.

  • University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital
  • Georgetown University

    Medical School
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Dr. Waller is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Alaska Regional Hospital

      2801 Debarr Rd
      Anchorage, AK 99508
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

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

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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

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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