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Dr. Winston Capel, MD

Dr. Winston Capel, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Winston Capel, MD is a neurosurgeon in Pelham, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Brookwood Baptist Medical Center and Shelby Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Practice

120 Cahaba Valley Pkwy Ste 100 Pelham, AL 35124
Telehealth available

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Dr. Capel 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. Capel 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.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Capel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Capel

4.6

45 ratings, 21 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
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AGILMER – Aug 10, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Mary Black – Dec 15, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Curtis Engstrom – Jul 13, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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William Ellis – Jun 03, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rose D. – May 13, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Brenda Moor – Dec 03, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Marco – Aug 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Colleen Bahiyah Johnson – Aug 18, 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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Bernetta Smith – Jul 19, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Alvin Currington – Jul 10, 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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Andrew Alder – Jul 03, 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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J.X. Washington – Apr 01, 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
Helpful
Tyler and Nicole Harper – Mar 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
Helpful
Mar 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
R. Lemieux – Mar 07, 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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David Blumenthal – Mar 04, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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ROBERT WILLIAMS – Feb 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Joseph Toth in Castle Rock, Colorado – Jul 01, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Matthew Varney in Pueblo, CO – Jun 15, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Linda in Brandon, MS – Apr 07, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Conservative, surgery after failed non-surgical treatments. Desired outcome goals: high functioning, highly satisfied patients with the best use of all resources.

biography

Dr. Capel graduated from the University of Utah, cum laude, with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology.  Dr. Capel attended medical school at the Chicago Medical School, graduating in 1991.  Dr. Capel completed his residency in Neurosurgery...read more
  • Neurosurgery

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Reconstructive 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.

  • University Md|university Of Maryland

    Fellowship Hospital, 1998
  • University Ms School Med/u Ms Med Center|university Ms School Med/u Ms Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1997
  • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School

    Medical School, 1991
  • University Mississippi Medical Center|university Of Mississippi School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Capel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office120 Cahaba Valley Pkwy Ste 100 Pelham, AL 35124
    1

    Practice

    Precision Home Health LLC6825 S Galena St Ste 314 Centennial, CO 80112
    2

    Practice

    BW Physician Practices LLC513 Brookwood Blvd Ste 260 Birmingham, AL 35209
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Brookwood Baptist Medical Center

      2010 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr
      Birmingham, AL 35209
      Recipient of 3
      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

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Shelby Baptist Medical Center

      1000 1st St N
      Alabaster, AL 35007

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower 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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