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Dr. Robert Isaacs, MD

Dr. Robert Isaacs, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Isaacs, MD is a neurosurgeon in Durham, NC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with Duke University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 47 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (47 reviews)

Practice

2100 Erwin Rd Durham, NC 27705

Make an Appointment

(919) 620-4467

Hospital Highlight

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

Dr. Isaacs 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. Isaacs specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • 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. Isaacs' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Isaacs

3.8

47 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
66%
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4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
28%
28%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 19, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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Amber Beckler – Jun 13, 2023
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What went well
No results
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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 12, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 14, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 05, 2021
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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
Helpful
Aug 11, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 08, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Brenda Wagner – Nov 12, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Beth travis in Stoneville, NC – Feb 22, 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
Helpful
Dr. B in Chapel Hill, NC – Jun 11, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mark Foreman in bayboro, nc – Feb 03, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Danny Long in Chapel Hill nc – Nov 17, 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jacquelyn S Bailey in Rocky Mount, NC – Aug 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Kathie Dickey in WV – Jul 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
jim burgio in High Point, NC – May 02, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Isaacs, MD is a neurosurgeon in Durham, NC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with Duke University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

  • Orthopedic Spine 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.

  • Rush Medical College

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • Arizona State Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • Vanderbilt University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Isaacs is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Duke Eye Center2100 Erwin Rd Durham, NC 27705
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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

      View all patient feedback
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