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Dr. David Karaffa, MD

Dr. David Karaffa, MD

Neurology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. David Karaffa, MD is a neurologist in Palm Coast, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Karaffa has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with AdventHealth Palm Coast. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Locations

AdventHealth Medical Group Neurology at Palm Coast Parkway

AdventHealth Medical Group Neurology at Palm Coast Parkway120 Cypress Edge Dr Ste 206 Palm Coast, FL 32164
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Karaffa is affiliated with AdventHealth Palm Coast Palm Coast, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurology.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Karaffa specializes in the area of Neurology. 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 HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Karaffa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Karaffa

3.0
32 ratings, 13 with a written review
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1 star
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wants to give you psychotic drugs for every condition.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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ms – Sep 01, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Kenneth Stough – May 17, 2023
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Very satisfied
Dr. Karaffa takes his job seriously and I appreciate his expertise. He has offered recommendations which have improved my condition and I feel confident that he can help me further.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • 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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Sep 02, 2022
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Meh
He is apathetic and his staff is maniacal.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 07, 2022
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I am very pleased with his care. I went to him with a problem that could not be diagnosed after a couple of visits to hospitals and many visits with specialists. He kept searching and eliminating causes, he didn't give up.
What went well
  • 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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Viviane Lindeolsson – Sep 17, 2021
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Doctor Karaffa has been a huge help with my migraines, which I have had my whole adult life. His approach is with vitamins supplemented with medication when needed. He is also a caring, personal doctor who listens and then asks questions. I recommend him highly.
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
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Apr 29, 2021
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Wonderful experience! Dr. Karaffa took time to explain everything about my case and thoroughly answered all my questions and concerns in a caring manner.
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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Mar 21, 2021
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Doctor Karaffa is great physician and a caring health care provider. He s thorough, patient and caring. If you are experiencing neurological issues, highly recommend making an appointment with Dr Karaffa
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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Buck – Jan 22, 2020
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Went in for tension headache I’ve had for 2 months straight Then he diagnosed me with depression and anxiety. Tried to prescribe me antidepressants and gaba inhibitors. Offered no advice how to relieve muscle tension. Didn’t tell me to exercise more or eat healthy. I was also withdrawing from alcohol so he misperceived my anxiety. I would not recommend this fake doctor to anybody. He’s just going to prescribe you bull crap pills. He works for Big Pharma. After quitting alcohol I already feel more happy. My tension headache is starting to get better a bit. Without taking any of that medicine he prescribed. Dangerous doctor playing with prescriptions. He also talked gossip about the ER saying they give too many CT scans and that they just don’t want lawsuits. If I went to school for 12 years I think I’d be a better doctor than him. He needs to retire already. Cause he’s obviously sick of it. Time to find a Physician who actually cares.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Troy – Oct 24, 2019
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My father passed away and I was out of state and forgot to cancel my appointment. His office refused to reschedule me. Very heartless
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
11 others found this helpful
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Deborah Beller in Flagler Beach – May 09, 2017
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Very personal. Great listener. Takes time with you, no rushing. I feel very relaxed in there compared to other Drs.
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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Alan parks in Palm Coast, FL – Aug 21, 2016
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Long waiting time to a appointment. After 2 test ( Cat, blood ) he tell me nothing. I have to go again to my surgeon and he will explain it to my. $ 50 copay for 0 information. My surgeon tell me : All is fine !?? and I paid $ 50 too !!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Hans in Palm Coast, FL – Jul 15, 2016
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I've been going to Dr. Karaffa for about 3 years. He listens to me, explains why he's recommending certain adjustments and I feel every effort is being made to help me keep my headaches and migraines as low as possible.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Laura C in Palm Coast, FL – Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Karaffa, MD is a neurologist in Palm Coast, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Karaffa has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1999....read more
  • Neurology

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  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
  • Vcu/mcv Med School|virginia Commonweath University

    Residency Hospital, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • AdventHealth Palm Coast

    60 Memorial Medical Pkwy
    Palm Coast, FL 32164
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Stroke Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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