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Dr. Timothy Best, MD

Dr. Timothy Best, MD

Neurology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Timothy Best, MD is a neurologist in Lake Charles, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital and CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.2 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 2.2 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

707 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Lake Charles, LA 70601
Telehealth available
(337) 433-0762

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Best is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital Sulphur, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Best specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Best's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Best

2.3

24 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
29%
29%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
63%
63%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Karl Broussard – Feb 25, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 01, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 21, 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
2 people found this helpful
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M Cambre – Sep 29, 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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Feb 01, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Jul 09, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Jul 07, 2021
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What went well
No results
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
54 people found this helpful
Helpful
Douglas M Ducote Sr. – Jun 18, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
31 people found this helpful
Helpful
Need "vax" to see him.... clown – Jun 18, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 28, 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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
29 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kurt Daigle in Lake Charles ,La – May 25, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Timothy Best, MD is a neurologist in Lake Charles, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Neurology

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  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Locations

Practice

Fayez K. Shamieh M.D. A Medical Corp.707 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Lake Charles, LA 70601
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital

    524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr
    Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Recipient of 3
    hospital 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

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

    701 Cypress St
    Sulphur, LA 70663
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% 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

  • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

    1701 Oak Park Blvd
    Lake Charles, LA 70601

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower 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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