Dr. Stephen Tafor, MD
Pain Medicine Anesthesiology*
20+ years of experience
Dr. Stephen Tafor, MD is a pain medicine anesthesiologist in Macon, GA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.2 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (22 reviews)
Practice
101 Preston Ct Ste 104 Macon, GA 31210Telehealth available
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At a Glance
- Areas of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Tafor's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tafor
4.2
22 ratings, 13 with a written review
| 5 star | 77% | 77% |
| 4 star | 5% | 5% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 18% | 18% |
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Hemlock Pain Center has it all: attentive and compassionate doctors, nurse practitioners, and office staff. It is so important to have someone who listens to the patient and delves a little deeper to help you. I've been coming for close to 7 years and I will never go anywhere else.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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Ashley Y. – Jan 09, 2020
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always have a great experience
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 other person found this helpful
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Ronnie C. – Jan 08, 2020
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Awesome
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Anonymous – Jan 08, 2020
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Totally honest service without failure plus great co workers
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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W. K. – Dec 09, 2019
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Willing to listen and shows concern
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Anonymous – Dec 09, 2019
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my experience here at the pain clinic helps my pain a lots
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Anonymous – Dec 02, 2019
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Best care I've ever received.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Anonymous – Nov 26, 2019
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I've loved my experience at this office. They've treated me very well.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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L. H. – Nov 26, 2019
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Dr Tafor is an amazing doctor and the only one I trust with my back . He has helped me with my Rheumatoid pain and my back issues . He's the most pleasant physician I've ever encountered in 54 years....i love Dr. T.....thank you for being my physician.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Melissa R. – Nov 26, 2019
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love dr Tafour
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Kathy K. – Nov 25, 2019
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This has been the absolute best surgical-follow up treatment I've ever had. Dr. Tafor has changed my life for the better. I can't say enough good about him, the facility, or the staff. If I ever need similar care I will most definitely return.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Duane V. – Nov 22, 2019
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I waited in the office for over 1.5 hours without being seen. It appears that he over schedules appointments or is late to work. I arrived at 9:30 and still was not seen at 11:00 AM. As the customer, I demand better service. I take time off from work to see the doctor and loose vacation or sick time to sit in a room for 1.5 hours... not acceptable and definitely unprofessional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
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Disappointed in the doctor – Nov 13, 2019
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Dr. Tafor was a very involved and caring physician for years. Once "opioid epidemic" became a national talking point, that all changed. I began to feel like an obstacle that they needed to clear from their practice. They were finally able to succeed with that recently, with no concern to my well-being when it comes to opioid withdrawals or pain management going forward.
What went well
- Office environment
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
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Forsyth – Apr 13, 2018
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Tafor to family and friends is 4.2272725 out of 5
About Me
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Dr. Stephen Tafor joined The Hemlock Pain Center in July 2007 and is board certified in Anesthesiology, Fellowship Trained in Pain Management and Board Certified in Pain Management. Dr. Tafor began his education at Augusta State College and subsequently...read morebiography
Dr. Stephen Tafor, MD is an Anesthesiologist Specialist in Macon, GA. He graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine.Pain Medicine Anesthesiology
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University Of Mississippi
Fellowship HospitalUniversity Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
Fellowship HospitalMorehouse School Of Medicine
Medical School, 2002Medical College Georgia Hospital And Clinics
Undergraduate School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Pain Medicine
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Practice
Hemlock Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC101 Preston Ct Ste 104 Macon, GA 31210
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80%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% lower than the national average
69%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well7% lower than the national average
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