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Dr. William Dobkin, MD

Dr. William Dobkin, MD

Neurosurgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. William Dobkin, MD is a neurosurgeon in Newport Beach, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 3 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

3900 W Coast Hwy Ste 300 Newport Beach, CA 92663
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(949) 646-2998

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Dobkin is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach Newport Beach, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Dobkin specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • 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. Dobkin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dobkin

3.0

36 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
47%
47%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
47%
47%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ron Schwartzenberger – Nov 12, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Amy Osborne (Shoden) – Feb 25, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jo – Dec 28, 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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Kimberly Renner – Dec 09, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 28, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 14, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nancy in Huntington Beach , CA – Oct 16, 2019
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What went well
No results
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
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pandora – Aug 31, 2018
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What went well
No results
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
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 19, 2018
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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
Denise Bubonic in Dana Point – Oct 20, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
18 people found this helpful
Helpful
Phil Lyons in Newport Beach, CA – Jan 27, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. William Dobkin, MD is a neurosurgeon in Newport Beach, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Locations

Practice

William Ross Dobkin M D Inc.3900 W Coast Hwy Ste 300 Newport Beach, CA 92663
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

    1 Hoag Dr
    Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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    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 would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

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