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Dr. David Allen, MD

Dr. David Allen, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Allen, MD is a neurosurgeon in Reading, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Penn State Health St. Joseph Neurosurgery at Exeter Ridge

3970 Perkiomen Ave Ste 202 Reading, PA 19606

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(610) 378-2557

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Allen is affiliated with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center Reading, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Allen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Allen specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Allen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Allen

4.5

11 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
9%
9%

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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
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Nancy G. – Jul 09, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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April Johnson – May 22, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jackie – May 16, 2024
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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
Helpful
Janina Pagacz – Oct 11, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Allen, MD is a neurosurgeon in Reading, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Medical College Penn

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • Temple University Lewis Katz School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Allen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Penn State Health St. Joseph Neurosurgery at Exeter Ridge

    Penn State Health St. Joseph Neurosurgery at Exeter Ridge3970 Perkiomen Ave Ste 202 Reading, PA 19606
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center

      2500 Bernville Rd
      Reading, PA 19605
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality