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Dr. Sydnei Tolefree, MD

Dr. Sydnei Tolefree, MD

General Surgery*

Dr. Sydnei Tolefree, MD is a general surgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO. She is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Hospital Southeast and Saint Francis Medical Center.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

60 Doctors Park Cape Girardeau, MO 63703

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At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Tolefree's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tolefree

4.0
4 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
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1 star
25%
25%

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Caring and Patient
I consulted Dr. Tolefree for a gallbladder referral. She was patient while listening to my symptoms and described the functions of the gallbladder and surgery very well. The procedure and recovery went smoothly and I have heard nothing but good things about her from the doctor and hospital staff.
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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Mar 29, 2024
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Poor bedside manner
I have undergone 4 surgeries to date and birthed two children. She did not prepare me for the recovery for my procedure. I had to call repeatedly to get answers about my medication which nobody called so I ended up in the ER and that doctor said my pain was not being managed properly. I have never met a provider or female for that did not know what type of yeast infection medication there were also. My post op appointment was 4 weeks after surgery even thought the ER suggested I be seen sooner they wouldn’t move my appointment up. 10/10 will not return to her for any type of general surgery not to that office. I would rather travel to STL than see her or her staff b
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Feb 15, 2024
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Excellent doctor
Dr. Tolefree is one of the best surgeons I have ever had. She’s patient and caring. She took her time answering all of my questions and made me feel comfortable. She has a warm and caring manner.
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 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 13, 2023
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Very personable. Spent time answering all of my (many) questions, didn't feel rushed at all. Direct answers that were thoroughly explained in a kind manner. Left feeling confident my ongoing are is in good hands. Have heard nothing but extremely positive comments from others in the medical field (both doctors and nurses) prior to my appointment.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 25, 2023
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About Me

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Dr. Sydnei Tolefree, MD is a general surgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO. She is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Hospital Southeast and Saint Francis Medical Center.
  • General Surgery

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Locations

Practice

Gary S. Olson M.D. PC60 Doctors Park Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
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Practice

Saint Francis Medical Center211 Saint Francis Dr Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
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Curators of the University of Missouri1 Hospital Dr Columbia, MO 65212
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Southeast Hospital1701 Lacey St Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Francis Medical Center

    211 Saint Francis Dr
    Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Mercy Hospital Southeast

    1701 Lacey St
    Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

    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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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