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Dr. Virgil Dawson, MD

Dr. Virgil Dawson, MD

Family Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Virgil Dawson, MD is a family medicine physician in Orlando, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with UCF Lake Nona Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (33 reviews)
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Dr. Dawson is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Dawson specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals

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Dr. Dawson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dawson

4.4
33 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 star
79%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
6%
6%
2 star
0%
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1 star
12%
12%

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If you’re looking for a doctor who prioritizes a personal connection, you may want to explore other options. Dr. Dawson is knowledgeable and professional, but his approach feels more clinical than personal. While he documents medical history and addresses concerns, I don’t feel he takes the time to truly understand me beyond my symptoms. Our interactions feel routine, lacking the deeper connection that some patients may value in their healthcare experience.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Feb 20, 2025
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Dr. Dawson: an exceptional primary care physician!
Dr. Dawson is an exceptional primary care physician. I HIGHLY recommend him. I’ve been his patient at UCF Health for three years, and every visit with him has been consistently excellent. I have great confidence in his skills and knowledge. He is methodical and checks that I’ve kept appointments with the specialists he recommends. He is easy to talk with. Using layman’s terms, he reviews the specialists' findings, the results of my blood tests, my prescriptions, and my general health at every visit. He asks probing questions about my health and listens carefully to the answers. He is patient when answering my questions, and his answers show that he is up to date on the latest medical findings. I have never felt rushed during an appointment, and I feel that he genuinely wants me to be healthy. Appointments are kept on time, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere is businesslike but relaxed.
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 other person found this helpful
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Feb 02, 2024
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I have never received better medical care in my life!
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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joe b kissimmee – Aug 06, 2022
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He enters patient's room prepared having read latest test results and reviewed patient history.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Cherril McMillian – Sep 16, 2020
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I have been seeing Dr. Dawson since 2015. Although we recently moved to the Miami area from the Orlando area, I continue to travel to Orlando to see Dr. Dawson because I am confident that he will provide me with excellent care.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 18, 2020
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Virgil Dawson has been our family Dr. since 1988. His compentency, professionalism, performance, demeanor and customer service have been a blessing over the years. He listens well and we have never felt rushed. He explains things clearly and completely. He stay on top of medical and health care topics to provide the best advice based on training, experience, wisdom and continuous education. He is very thorough in his work and makes us accountable to follow his advice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kenneth Battles – Jun 05, 2020
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I have been a patient of Dr. Dawson for almost 20 years. He is a remarkable person. Dr. Dawson is straight forward and thorough. Answers all my questions and gives me the feeling that everything will be alright. I trust him and feel comfortable talking to him about anything. He's become a friend and that's what I like most.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Keith W – Feb 09, 2020
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Pleasant, knowledgeable, Very good for a Primary Care physician
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 22, 2019
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Personable and friendly.
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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Jun 04, 2019
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I am fairly new as a patient and have seen him several times. He is excellent. He listens to everything you have to say and explains everything in detail. He is very thorough. I am so glad I changed doctors. My wife has also recently changed to Dr Dawson. We are both very happy and completely confident in his decisions.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Terry R in Orlando, FL – Jun 12, 2018
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Dr Dawson has cared for me and for my husband for at least ten years. He always has time to answer questions, to explain meds and concerns, and to find out how I really am. Definitely recommend him.
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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Jerilyn Consla in Oviedo Fl – Apr 24, 2018
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Dr. Dawson is very knowledgeable and thorough. Have had him as primary doctor for many years. Excellent doctor.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Altamonte Springs, FL – Nov 24, 2017
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Dr. Dawson always listens to carefully and asks question prior to diagnosis. He repeats what you have said to insure that he understands and discusses options with you. He is a wonderful caring physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Viviana in Longwood, FL – Dec 06, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Virgil Dawson is board certified in family medicine and sees patients age 16 and up. Prior to joining UCF Health, he owned and practiced at Longwood Family Medicine in Longwood, FL, for 26 years.Dr. Dawson earned his M.D. from the Medical College...read more
  • Family Medicine

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  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University - Electrical Engineering

    Undergraduate School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Dawson is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UCF Lake Nona Hospital

      6700 Lake Nona Blvd
      Orlando, FL 32827

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% lower than the national average

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

      2% lower than the national average

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    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality