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Dr. Rafael Allende, MD

Dr. Rafael Allende, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Rafael Allende, MD is a neurosurgeon in Melbourne, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Palm Bay Hospital and Holmes Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 79 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (79 reviews)

Practice

1251 Hickory St Melbourne, FL 32901
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(321) 434-3420

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Allende is affiliated with Palm Bay Hospital Palm Bay, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Allende is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Allende 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
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Allende's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Allende

4.8

79 ratings, 56 with a written review
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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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Margaret Ramirez – Mar 09, 2025
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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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Dec 11, 2024
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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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Tim Reed – Mar 08, 2024
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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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Nov 16, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Oct 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 15, 2022
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Jose medina – Jul 06, 2022
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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
4 people found this helpful
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M. Poppell – Jun 15, 2021
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What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Steve – May 23, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Carol Crimmons – Mar 17, 2020
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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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Myong – Feb 27, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 11, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Cecilio Rivera – Jan 27, 2020
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What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Angela A Bonanno – Dec 16, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Edwin Lasanta – Nov 24, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Karen Snizek – Nov 23, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Linhda – Oct 01, 2019
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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JoAnn Kolafa – Sep 09, 2019
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What could be improved
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Sep 07, 2019
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Sep 06, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rafael Allende, MD is a neurosurgeon in Melbourne, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Palm Bay Hospital and Holmes Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013

  • University Of Rochester Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2001

  • University Of Rochester

    Internship Hospital, 1997

  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1996

  • San Diego State University

    Undergraduate School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Allende is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Active Chiropractic LLC1251 Hickory St Melbourne, FL 32901
    1

    Practice

    Osceola Surgical Associates LLC305 N Mangoustine Ave Ste 100 Sanford, FL 32771
    2
    Office3300 S Fiske Blvd Rockledge, FL 32955
    3

    Practice

    Health First Holmes Regional Medical Center1350 Hickory St Melbourne, FL 32901
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Palm Bay Hospital

      1425 Malabar Rd NE
      Palm Bay, FL 32907
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

      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

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

      View all awards

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Holmes Regional Medical Center

      1350 Hickory St
      Melbourne, FL 32901
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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