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Dr. Bruce Higinbothom, MD

Dr. Bruce Higinbothom, MD

Family Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Bruce Higinbothom, MD is a family medicine physician in Abingdon, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest University in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Johnston Memorial Hospital and Bristol Regional Medical Center. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

445 Porterfield Hwy SW Ste A Abingdon, VA 24210
Telehealth available
(276) 628-3144

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Higinbothom specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Higinbothom's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Higinbothom

3.9

21 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
10%
10%
1 Star
19%
19%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Jan 08, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carol Anderson – May 05, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Don O’Briant in Abingdon , VA – Nov 28, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Holly debusk in Abingdon va – Mar 27, 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
7 people found this helpful
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Anna Y. Damron in Doran, VA – Apr 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Bruce Higinbothom, MD is a family medicine physician in Abingdon, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest University in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Johnston Memorial Hospital...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • Wake Forest University

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Abingdon Family Health Care445 Porterfield Hwy SW Ste A Abingdon, VA 24210
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Johnston Memorial Hospital

    16000 Johnston Memorial Dr
    Abingdon, VA 24211
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Bristol Regional Medical Center

    1 Medical Park Blvd
    Bristol, TN 37620

    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

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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