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Dr. Richard Zimmerman, MD

Dr. Richard Zimmerman, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Richard Zimmerman, MD is a neurosurgeon in Phoenix, AZ. He is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Locations

Mayo Clinic - Arizona

AZ - Neuro Surgery5777 E Mayo Blvd Phoenix, AZ 85054
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Dr. Zimmerman is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Phoenix, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Zimmerman 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 ExpertiseDr. Zimmerman specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Zimmerman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zimmerman

4.7

14 ratings, 8 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Betsy Carroll – Nov 25, 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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Rodney Swearingen – Feb 22, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Debbie Miller – Apr 01, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Karen W – Dec 14, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Raymond C – Nov 24, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 17, 2018
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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
Helpful
Daniel Vega in Tucson, AZ – Dec 13, 2017
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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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Heather Jeanette Siebens in Gilbert, AZ – Nov 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As nothing is more important to him than excellent patient outcomes, he also chairs the Quality Outcomes Subcommittee, and has received Mayo Clinic's Lifetime Achievement Award for his career-long dedication to quality improvement and patient safety activities at Mayo Clinic.

biography

Richard S. Zimmerman, M.D., completed a residency in neurosurgery followed by a fellowship in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery. Dr. Zimmerman's expertise has been recognized nationally and internationally, and he serves on the medical advisory...read more
  • Neurosurgery

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

  • Neurological Skull Base 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.

  • Barrow Neur Inst|barrow Neur Institute

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Med College Va|virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Med College Va|virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Zimmerman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mayo Clinic Hospital

      5777 E Mayo Blvd
      Phoenix, AZ 85054
      Recipient of 51
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals 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.

      93%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      9% higher than the national average

      91%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      26% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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