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Dr. Kevin Rayls, MD

Dr. Kevin Rayls, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Kevin Rayls, MD is a general surgeon in Las Vegas, NV and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Rayls is affiliated with Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center Las Vegas, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Rayls specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Clean HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals

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Dr. Rayls' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rayls

3.9
40 ratings, 19 with a written review
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Great surgeon
Very nice, answered all my questions. Gave me peace of mind. I didn't feel rushed at my appt.
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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Marcell Gray – Jun 09, 2023
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He was so delightful. Very comforting. I would use him again. Made me feel calm.
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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Jan 29, 2022
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Went in for a surgical procedure for my husband at Southern Hills Hospital. It was my first time waiting for a loved one going into surgery. Dr. Kevin Rayls explained the procedure prior and then came out to see me in Surgery Waiting to assure me everything went well post procedure. Dr. Rayls is very personable, kind, and professional. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • 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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Eva Lassey – Dec 15, 2020
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Dr. Rayls saved my wife's life. He also performed procedures on my father-in-law. I am about to schedule an appointment with him to correct a post surgical hernia. Our first meeting with Dr. Rayls was over 30 years ago and I consider him a family member. HE'S GREAT!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Joe & Lilly Burns – Jun 29, 2020
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Master Craftsmen with professional courtesy and a sense of humor. A doctor who gets "it" --Treat the patient like a human being.
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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Joe Coe in Las Vegas – May 11, 2018
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Smug doctor, he had a poor ability to talk about my condition. Very disappointed. Went to two other general surgeons, and reinforced what I experienced.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 01, 2018
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I went in for an umbilical hernia. During my initial consultation I asked a lot of questions about the mesh because it was something that was of concern to me. Dr. Rayl's seemed annoyed by my questions and very arrogant. I scheduled the surgery anyway because of time constraints with insurance. Recovery was much harder than expected. When I went in for the follow up appointment he was very defensive and rude. You'd think he would assure me, knowing I was apprehensive of the surgery but he didn't
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
2 others found this helpful
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Las Vegas – Dec 21, 2017
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I have had a Kidney Transplant@ UCLA, Back Surgery@UCSF, Hernia Repair UCLA, Dialysis Cath UCLA and had been told don't do any surgery in Vegas when I moved here 3 years ago..... I had a Hernia Repair done at the end of August 2017 with Dr. Kevin Rayls..... Very professional and gets the job done with no non sense... I would not hesitate using him again for any other general surgery's in the future. He had come recommended to me by Dr. Kristian Kinell and a friend of mine who is a ICU Nurse.
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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Anthony in Las Vegas, NV – Sep 08, 2017
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I am fortunate to have numerous options when selecting a physician/surgeon. Thus, I considered going UCLA, Stanford or Baptist Hospital in Houston with their remarkable surgeon staffs. Instead I selected Dr. Rayls and Southern Hills Hospital for my procedure - I was not disappointed - his professionalism, knowledge,education, and practice history were all excellent; and, his performance was a true measure of his credits. I cannot recommend him more strongly.
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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Edward Nigro in Las Vegas, NV – Jun 27, 2017
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Dr. Rayls and staff (Jessica) are the greatest. Dr. Rayls is laid back and willing to talk on a level that is very positive and easy to understand. His office staff (Jessica) tends to pre-op and post-op details with speed and efficiency. She went to bat for me by repeatedly contacting my family doctor for records when there was a slight delay in obtaining the proper clearance for my surgery. Due to her diligence my surgery was performed as scheduled.
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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Larry Hamlin in Las Vegas – Jun 07, 2017
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After being directed to the exam room, Dr. Rayls entered within 5 minutes, which so surprised me as I was expecting to wait at least 15 minutes. He was gracious and his demeanor was pleasant, he sat down was not in a rush, made me feel like I was very important. After looking at the thumb (cyst-like bump) he thoroughly explained what options were available. I would highly recommend Dr. Rayls and would trust him to operate on me if needed.
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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Marcia Landino in Las Vegas, NV – May 09, 2017
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Dr. Rayls is incredible!! He takes his time with you, explains everything, is kind and caring and an outstanding surgeon. He makes you feel like he really cares about you and you know that your surgery experience with him will be excellent and successful. He is warm, outgoing and has an unbelievable bed side manner. Dr. Rayls is a role model of how all doctors should be with their patients.!!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Stephen in Las Vegas, NV – May 09, 2017
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He's amazing! I love him! He cut out my breast cancer with minimal scaring. I totally recommend him for any surgery! Great bedside manners! You're in great hands... ?
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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Pahrump, NV – Mar 19, 2017
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He answered all my questions and was very patient with me. He performed a hernia surgery and I am happy that I had the surgery. He was recommended to me by a friend and I will certainly recommend him to others.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jeremy Hilsabeck in Las Vegas, NV – Feb 15, 2017
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Dr. Rayls has been my surgeon twice both in life threatening situations. I couldn't have asked for a better surgeon or receive better care. He was informative, thorough and has a terrific bedside manner. I would 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Deborah blitstein in Las Vegas nevada – Aug 23, 2016
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This was the first sugary that I ever had and I have a fear of things like that and he made everything very easy and made me feel confident in the process. That and he is totally chill.
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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Nikki in Las Vegas, NV – Jul 02, 2016
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WOW! Dr. Rayls has worked on this old body several times. He makes me feel like I am his most important patient. He is an outstanding surgeon who believes patient care and satisfaction is most important. Thank you so much Dr. Rayls. Nancy and I appreciate you more then words can express.
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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GEORGE LACOMBE in Las Vegas, NV – Jun 28, 2016
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Dr. Rayls has been my surgeon through two different breast cancers in the past 13 years and two other surgeries with NO COMPLICATIONS of any kind. He is recognized by other physicians that I see as being an OUTSTANDING SURGEON.
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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Betty Ryan in Henderson, NV – Apr 03, 2016
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I was fortunate to have Dr.Rayls perform my Colon surgery and 8 months later hernia repair surgery. Both surgery's went smoothly and I recovered [without a problem] in due time. I would have no reservations recommending Dr.Rayls.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Roger in Las Vegas, NV – Feb 05, 2016
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care philosophy

Personalized patient care with emphasis on expedience and quality outcomes.
  • General 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.

  • St Joseph Mercy Hospital - Pontiac

    Residency Hospital
  • St Joseph Mercy Hospital - Pontiac

    Internship Hospital
  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center

    9300 W Sunset Rd
    Las Vegas, NV 89148
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

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