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Biography


Richard Naftalis, MD, FACS is board certified in neurological surgery. Dr. Naftalis has extensive experience and special interest in the surgical treatment of disorders of the spine and brain. Additionally, ...
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Language(s) Spoken
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Education
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston (1985)
Medical School: University of Texas - Houston Health Science Center (1985)
Internship: General Surgery, University of Alabama (1986)
Internship: General Surgery/Neurosurgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham (1986)
Residency: Neurosurgery, University of Alabama (1991)
Residency: General Surgery/Neurosurgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham (1991)
Certifications
Neurological Surgery- American Board of Neurological Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital - Dallas
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - McKinney
Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation - Dallas
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Uptown
Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health

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Reviews (144) for Richard Naftalis, MD, FAANS, FACS

Overall
4.8*
averageRating metric
4.6
Wait Time at Clinic
4.8
Time Care Provider spent with Patient
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.8
Provider showed concern
4.9
Rate provider 0-10
4.8
Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider

Patient Comments**

5.0 Mar 11, 2025 Answered my questions thoroughly.
4.8 Mar 4, 2025 Overall very good
5.0 Mar 4, 2025 Showed real concern
3.5 Mar 3, 2025 Gave us the information we needed, but very matter of fact
5.0 Feb 27, 2025 This was my first visit, he's knowledgeable, asked direct questions and he answered my questions.
5.0 Feb 26, 2025 Very human, very professional, very expert and very clearly answered all my questions. Left feeling confident and posted on my social media about the experience.
5.0 Feb 21, 2025 Excellent
5.0 Feb 16, 2025 Honest and caring
5.0 Feb 12, 2025 He did not rush and was able to answer all of our concerns.
5.0 Feb 11, 2025 Straight to the point, no BS I like that approach
5.0 Feb 7, 2025 Professional, as always
4.7 Feb 2, 2025 Very knowledgeable, professional, and gave me a lot of information.
5.0 Jan 28, 2025 Dr. Natalia performed back surgery on me in 2015. He was very upfront, honest and frank with me then as he was in my recent visit with him.
5.0 Jan 23, 2025 Dr Naftalis is a very caring physician; asks questions and answers the patients and takes time to spend with the patient.
4.0 Jan 22, 2025 Very HonestConsiders my eel being
4.8 Jan 20, 2025 Provider was very knowledgeable & sensitive to my needs. I like a Provider who is straight forward with me.
5.0 Jan 20, 2025 I was very impressed with how quickly Dr. Naftalis and his office got me scheduled once they saw my MRI and the severity of my injury.
5.0 Jan 10, 2025 The doctor was knowledgeable and patient to answer all of our questions
5.0 Dec 29, 2024 Dr. Naftalis is the preeminent physician and neurosurgeon. He is clear in focus, purpose, and execution. An expert in his field, professional, and direct
4.9 Dec 19, 2024 Very professional and friendly
4.8 Dec 18, 2024 All ok, Pleased with Dr.
5.0 Dec 3, 2024 Highly experienced in complex cases. Good communicator. Was able to extract pertinent patient information and give explanations in lay language. As a transplant recipient, it's reassuring to have a specialist familiar with risks associated with my particular needs, above and beyond the problem at hand.
4.8 Nov 26, 2024 Very personable! Nice! Explains everything
5.0 Nov 22, 2024 Very good
5.0 Nov 21, 2024 Dr Naftalis took the the time to fully explain my situation, he spoke in laymen terms and demonstrated a genuine caring of his patient.
5.0 Nov 15, 2024 Dr. Naftalis is very kind and makes you feel he is doing everything he can to give you the best care. Office staff is amazingly friendly and helpful.
4.2 Oct 24, 2024 He recommended no surgery on my back at this time.
5.0 Oct 22, 2024 I had the best possible outcome from Dr Naftalis's surgery.
5.0 Oct 19, 2024 Always very thorough, kind, and thoughtful..Very professional!
5.0 Oct 16, 2024 I have been a patient of Dr. Naftalis for the past 13 years. from his expertise in his field to his bedside manner, I think he's The best.
4.6 Oct 15, 2024 He had studied MRI before seeing me.
5.0 Oct 14, 2024 Dr. Naftalis's office is very professional . Dr. Naftalis was very personable when he came to see me in the hospital along with his staff that came every morning to the hospital.
5.0 Oct 13, 2024 He performed surgery on my wife, and she had excellent results.
5.0 Oct 8, 2024 Very professional. Was patient and answered all questions.extremely satisfied and would highly recommend him to family & friends!
5.0 Oct 4, 2024 Very personable, kind and gave me the best care.

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