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Dr. Scott Boyd, MD

Dr. Scott Boyd, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Scott Boyd, MD is a neurosurgeon in West Columbia, SC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Richland Hospital and MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Lexington Brain and Spine Institute

222 E Medical Ln Ste 200 West Columbia, SC 29169

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(803) 935-8410

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Boyd is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center West Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Boyd 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. Boyd specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Boyd's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Boyd

4.1

27 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
70%
70%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
15%
15%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Sheri – Feb 06, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
David Marquis – Jun 18, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stillinpain – Jan 25, 2022
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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
Helpful
Randy – Jan 25, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cynthia J – Nov 11, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 22, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Margaret Barker in Prosperity – Apr 25, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gerard Stanis in West Columbia – Feb 14, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
John Ashley in Johnston,SC 29832 – Oct 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Columbia, SC – Oct 20, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ellen M. Brennan in Elgin, SC – Oct 12, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Columbia, SC – Jul 29, 2016
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biography

Dr. Scott Boyd, MD is a neurosurgeon in West Columbia, SC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Richland...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Boyd is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Lexington Brain and Spine Institute

    Lexington Brain and Spine Institute222 E Medical Ln Ste 200 West Columbia, SC 29169
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lexington Medical Center

      2720 Sunset Blvd
      West Columbia, SC 29169
      Recipient of 2
      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

      View all awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Prisma Health Richland Hospital

      5 Richland Medical Park Dr
      Columbia, SC 29203
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      View all awards

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center

      1315 Roberts St
      Camden, SC 29020
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      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.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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