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Dr. William Bell, MD

Dr. William Bell, MD

Neurosurgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. William Bell, MD is a neurosurgeon in Advance, NC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Hahnemann Universtiy - Philadelphia in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Caldwell Memorial Hospital and Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 74 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (74 reviews)

Practice

152 E Kinderton Way Ste 101 Advance, NC 27006
Telehealth available

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(336) 893-3190

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bell is affiliated with Novant Health Medical Park Hospital Winston Salem, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Bell 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. Bell 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. Bell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bell

4.5

74 ratings, 45 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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Rhonda – Mar 30, 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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David Cotten – Mar 25, 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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Deborah Meiners – Mar 06, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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 15, 2025
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What could be improved
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Zona – Dec 10, 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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Cynthia Ross – Nov 18, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 29, 2024
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Gaithina – Oct 17, 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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David Waddell – Oct 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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hrm – Aug 20, 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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Aug 08, 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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Cheryl Miller – Aug 08, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 06, 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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Ilene Hottle – Aug 03, 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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Colleen – Jul 20, 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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Jul 20, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Jul 19, 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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Robin – Jul 16, 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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Jul 09, 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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Susan Chapman – Jul 04, 2024
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Dr. William Bell, MD is a neurosurgeon in Advance, NC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Hahnemann Universtiy - Philadelphia in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Caldwell Memorial Hospital...read more

  • 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.

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital - New York Weill Cornell Center|new York Presbyterian Hospital New York Weill Cornell Center

    Residency Hospital, 1979

  • Childrens Hospital Of Philadelphia

    Fellowship Hospital, 1979

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital - New York Weill Cornell Center|new York Presbyterian Hospital New York Weill Cornell Center

    Internship Hospital, 1978

  • Hahnemann Universtiy - Philadelphia

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Bell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office152 E Kinderton Way Ste 101 Advance, NC 27006
    1
    Neurosurgical Associates of the Carolinas PA2810 Maplewood Ave Winston Salem, NC 27103
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Novant Health Medical Park Hospital

      1950 S Hawthorne Rd
      Winston Salem, NC 27103
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

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

      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™ (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

      View all awards

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

      92%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      17% higher than the national average

      90%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center

      8201 Healthcare Loop
      Charlotte, NC 28215
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      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.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Northern Regional Hospital

      830 Rockford St
      Mount Airy, NC 27030
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience 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

      View all awards

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

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

      9% higher than the national average

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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