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Dr. John Cecil, MD

Dr. John Cecil, MD

Pediatrics*
45+ years of experience

Dr. John Cecil, MD is a pediatrician in Paducah, KY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Louisville in 1979. He is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

2670 New Holt Rd Ste 120 Paducah, KY 42001
Telehealth available
(270) 575-1010

Care Philosophy

"People value caring more than curing, We try to provide both."

- Dr. John Cecil, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cecil specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cecil's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cecil

3.5

11 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
55%
55%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
36%
36%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jp – Mar 29, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Early Salter – Jul 14, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa Asaro – Jun 29, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Maria Farmer in Paducah, KY – Jan 15, 2019
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Feb 04, 2016
Wait time can be done off-site during the busy...Read More
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About Me

care philosophy

People value caring more than curing, We try to provide both.

biography

Practice in Paducah KY 36 years, 15 as a pediatrician and the last 21 as urgent-care, occupational medicine, ADHD and school problems.

  • Pediatrics

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  • University Louisville-nkc Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • Childrens Medical Center Of Dallas

    Internship Hospital, 1980

  • University Of Louisville

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Baptist Health Medical Group Primary Care Paducah2670 New Holt Rd Ste 120 Paducah, KY 42001
1
Office2605 Kentucky Ave Ste 501 Paducah, KY 42003
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: closed
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Baptist Healthcare System Inc2501 Kentucky Ave Paducah, KY 42003
3

Practice

Baptist Health Paducah Prime Care Center2601 Kentucky Ave Ste 103 Paducah, KY 42003
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Health Paducah

    2501 Kentucky Ave
    Paducah, KY 42003
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    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

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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