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Dr. Jacob Freeman, MD

Dr. Jacob Freeman, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Jacob Freeman, MD is a neurosurgeon in Ocala, FL. Dr. Freeman has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms and Cranial Neurosurgery. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (13 reviews)
Telehealth AvailableAccepting New Patients
1725 SE 28th Loop Ste 102
Ocala, FL 34471

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HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm
1725 SE 28th Loop Ste 102
Ocala, FL 34471

Locations

HCA Florida Ocala Neurosurgical Specialists - Ocala

HCA Florida Ocala Neurosurgical Specialists - Ocala1725 SE 28th Loop Ste 102 Ocala, FL 34471
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Freeman is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital Ocala, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Freeman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Freeman specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. 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 • America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Freeman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Freeman

4.8
13 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
92%
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4 star
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3 star
8%
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2 star
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1 star
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Lower Back Surgery
He was so knowledgeable! Everything worked just perfect as long as I watched my BLT. Nice doctor, easy to talk to.
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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 07, 2025
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I've needed multiple back surgeries by Dr. Freeman and is no doubt the best. He has great bedside manner, listens, & is very professional as is his staff. I highly recommend Dr. Freeman.
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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Jill Zidaritz – Sep 03, 2024
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One of the best.
I was very hesitant about my latest visit to Dr. Freeman, because I knew I needed surgery. Dr. Freeman is very compassionate. He answered all my questions and explained everything that will happen with my surgery. His staff is the best. I felt like I was treated like family. I would suggest anyone looking for a great neurosurgeon to see Dr. Freeman. He looked at my husband and said to him you look like you have a question.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Debbie Auchey – Feb 25, 2024
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The best
Dr Freeman explained everything to me before my surgery on my L4 he did a wonderful job recovering couldn't have been better and he made me pain-free! I would recommend Dr Freeman to anyone and everyone! And his staff was just as good!
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Nana – Feb 11, 2024
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The Best - Highly Recommend
Dr. Freeman performed a multi-level lumbar fusion and laminectomy (L2-4) 3 weeks ago, with EXCELLENT results. He thoroughly and patiently explained all up/down sides to the procedure in advance, which gave me a clear understanding of what to expect. The bilateral sciatica pain was gone immediately after surgery, and my low back pain has almost totally gone away. I started walking 1+ miles/day 4 days after surgery and I'm making great progress (I follow all post-op instructions to the letter -a must).Also, kudos to his staff!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Phil Montalvo – Jan 07, 2024
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Best neurosurgeon ever had
Dr Freeman has a great bedside manner as do his staff . Explained everything before my head shunt surgery. Felt very confident that I would walk again
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
2 others found this helpful
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Susan Edghill – Nov 28, 2023
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Laminectomy and L4-5 fusion
Yes it took forever for the initial appt. But it was well worth the wait for one of the best doctors I have ever had. Very thorough and explains everything he is going to do. Very caring and follows the patient throughout the procedure. COULD NOT ASK FOR A BETTER DOCTOR!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Joan Shea – Sep 11, 2023
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3 month wait to have an initial appointment
Haven't seen him yet. I think that a 3 month wait to see a specialist once the primary care provider refers someone is extreme, especially for someone with back pain.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 01, 2023
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Dr. Freeman told me he was going to take me out of my pain and he surely did. Wonderful caring Dr. and staff.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Pamela – Nov 07, 2022
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fusion s-2 s-3, perfect. easy rehab.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Robert A. Long – Aug 24, 2022
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Thank you so much for the excellent rating!
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Dr Freeman rebuilt my back at L5,S1. My sciatic nerve pain is gone and my back is better now at 81 then it was in my 40's. He explains everything in easy to understand language.
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
12 others found this helpful
Helpful
Frank Pulaski – Oct 16, 2021
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biography

Jacob L. Freeman, MD, is a board certified Neurosurgeon caring for patients in Ocala, Florida and the surrounding area. Dr. Freeman received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Pepperdine University in 2002 and a Master of Science in Physiology...read more

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Dr. Freeman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

      1431 SW 1st Ave
      Ocala, FL 34471
      Recipient of 40
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      79%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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