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Dr. David Halpern, MD

Dr. David Halpern, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. David Halpern, MD is a plastic surgeon in Tampa, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Halpern has extensive experience in Plastic Surgery Procedures. He graduated from New York University in 1987. He is affiliated with HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Halpern is affiliated with HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital Tampa, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Halpern specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Halpern's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Halpern

3.7

36 ratings, 14 with a written review
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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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Barbara Kraemer – Apr 12, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Ronnie Schmidt – Mar 11, 2024
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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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Jan 11, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 15, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 17, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 14, 2022
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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
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Aug 28, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Very O in Tampa, FL – Feb 04, 2019
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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
Helpful
Robert Cooper in Tampa, FL – Oct 09, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 25, 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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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Mar 07, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Tampa, FL – Jan 11, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
ANA in Lakeland, FL – Nov 11, 2016
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Palm Coast, FL – Oct 19, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Every patient deserves the best and most compassionate care possible. I strive to deliver this care to all patients in our practice. As a triple board certified plastic surgeon I have spent my entire career upholding the highest standard of care....read more
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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

  • Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Southern California

    Residency Hospital
  • Maimonides Medical Center - Brooklyn

    Internship Hospital
  • New York University

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
Hand Surgery
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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  • English

  • Spanish

  • South Tampa's Best Plastic Surgeon, 2012

  • South Tampa's Best Plastic Surgeon, 2011

Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital

    2901 W Swann Ave
    Tampa, FL 33609
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

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

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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