MaineHealth Neurology - Biddeford
Neurology • Biddeford, ME
Ratings by platform
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): 98.1 out of 100 (CMS Quality Score)
- Vitals: 4.2 out of 5 stars (for Dr. David Taplinger) (8 reviews)
What patients say
Patients praise
- High clinical quality scores from CMS (98.1/100)
- National recognition for complex condition care (stroke, epilepsy)
- Collaborative team approach involving nurses and specialists
Common complaints
- Reports of poor bedside manner and lack of empathy
- Concerns regarding medical gaslighting and dismissal of symptoms
- Refusal to conduct basic diagnostic tests
In patients' words
"Possibly one of the worst doctors I’ve ever had. Has zero empathy for people with chronic pain, and medically gaslights your symptoms to not being his problem, and refuses to run the most basic tests to rule anything out."
— Vitals.com patient review of Dr. David TaplingerMore clinics in Biddeford
Palliative Care services in Maine
Patients praise: Highly attentive and caring staff in surgical or specific care contexts · Appreciation for clear communication from medical teams following procedures.
Biddeford, ME Outpatient Rehab - SaVida Health
Patients praise: Kind and empathetic staff reported by some patients · Convenient outpatient structure allowing for daily routine maintenance.
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