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Dr. Kimberly Blackwell, MD

Dr. Kimberly Blackwell, MD

Hematology & Oncology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Kimberly Blackwell, MD is a hematologist oncologist in Durham, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Mayo Clinic in 1994. She is affiliated with Duke University Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

20 Duke Medicine Cir Durham, NC 27710

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(919) 668-1748

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Blackwell is affiliated with Duke University Hospital Durham, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Blackwell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blackwell

3.7
26 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
65%
65%
4 star
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3 star
4%
4%
2 star
0%
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1 star
31%
31%

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She is an absolutely awful Doctor. Is unable to connect emotionally with patients and doesn't care about them as individuals, their symptoms, or their family situations. She is indifferent, cold, hands-off, calculating, behind the curve with medical progress, and uses patients for her research without getting their permission. She is frequently insulting and indifferent to a patients symptoms and medical needs.
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Anne Rickmeyer in Hicksville, NY – Jul 25, 2017
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After my dx with breast cancer, my local oncologist set up a referral to Dr. Blackwell. Our first visit, she was very direct at asking what our goals were in the referral to her. She listened to my husband and I, and ordered several tests which had not been done by my initial oncologist. She has been extremely thorough and understanding of my abundance of questions throughout treatment. I feel blessed to have been referred to her.
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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Amy T in Greenville, NC – Dec 29, 2016
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Took Tim to explain everything in detail. Very caring!
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Ellen in Charlotte nc – Aug 09, 2016
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Very caring- took time to answer all of our questions!
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Durham, nc – Aug 09, 2016
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Our family found Dr. Blackwell to be condescending and negligent. She won't let you answer questions and when you stop her to ask a question she rolls her eyes. Wait times are absolutely unacceptable +3 hours. Our family left more confused and upset than when we arrived. When you have advanced stage breast cancer a patient needs an oncologist who promotes understanding and a good bedside manner, she does not exhibit these qualities. Very poor people and communication skills.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Katie in Roanoke, VA – May 27, 2016
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Wait times exceed 3 hours, Questions are not answered, wrong information given, she forgets to order tests, disorganized and loses your record. She does not inspire confidence or trust. She will not allow you to change oncologists due too many patients requesting a change from her. You will end up going to another facility to escape her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Patient in Raleigh, NC – Apr 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kimberly Blackwell, MD is a hematologist oncologist in Durham, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Mayo Clinic in 1994. She is affiliated with Duke University Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

  • Hematology & Oncology

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  • Mayo Clinic

    Medical School, 1994
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Locations

Practice

Duke University Health System Inc20 Duke Medicine Cir Durham, NC 27710
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Duke University Hospital

    2100 Erwin Rd
    Durham, NC 27705
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

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