25 of the Best Neurosurgeons Near Me in Owensboro, KY
Neurosurgery • Owensboro, KY
Ratings by platform
- Owensboro Health (provider profile list: Adrian Smith, J. Keith Preston): Adrian Smith: 3.9/5; J. Keith Preston: 4.0/5 (star ratings with review counts shown) (Adrian Smith: 138–140 reviews; J. Keith Preston: 87–88 reviews (review counts shown next to ratings))
- Healthgrades (Dr. Eric Goebel): 4.5/5 (24 reviews (with breakdown of written reviews also shown))
- WebMD (Dr. David Eggers): 4.0/5 (average rating) (72 ratings (and 4 reviews shown))
- Vitals (Dr. David Eggers): Not clearly stated in the provided snippet (review excerpts available) (Not clearly stated in the provided snippet)
What patients say
Patients praise
- Competent surgeon with good bedside manner
- Positive reports of successful surgical outcomes (e.g., lower back surgery; ACDF)
- Clear communication/listening and treating patients respectfully
- Highly recommend the physician based on personal experiences
Common complaints
- Perceived poor communication/listening or being dismissive
- Negative interpersonal treatment (rude/condescending)
- Negative experience including claims of “botched treatment” and/or lack of explanation
- Potential delay in scheduling related to past-due balance (reported as a complaint)
In patients' words
"“Very good doctor and surgeon with a wonderful beside manner!! I highly recommend him. He did my lower back surgery Jan 4th 2021.”"
— Healthgrades review excerpts for Dr. Eric Goebel"“I was extremely nervous about having major back surgery... I couldn't be with choosing Dr Goebel... My Dr and many of my friends used Dr Goebel as their neurosurgeon and I'm glad I did too!”"
— Healthgrades review excerpts for Dr. Eric Goebel"“He would not listen to me when I voiced my concerns. The only option he gave me for my brain tumor is to wait and see!”"
— Healthgrades review excerpts for Dr. Eric Goebel"“Dr Eggers just performed my acdf surgery on 4/25/2025 and I could not have asked for a better surgeon... I am very satisfied with this surgery outcome... I highly recommend Dr Eggers...”"
— WebMD patient review excerpts for Dr. David Eggers"“At that time he was very rude and condescending... Anytime I had a question he would wave it off...”"
— Vitals patient review excerpts for Dr. David Eggers"“After receiving botched treatment from Dr Eggers I was treated very rudely, given no explanation...”"
— Vitals patient review excerpts for Dr. David EggersMore clinics in Owensboro
Neurosurgeons Near Me in Owensboro, KY
Patients praise: Some neurosurgeons receive high patient satisfaction and praise for bedside manner and time spent explaining care (e.g., Dr. Eric Goebel on Healthgrades). · Other providers receive positive patient experience metrics in categories like patient loyalty/inclusion in decisions (e.g., Dr. Harold C. Cannon on US News)..
Advanced Aesthetic Treatments in Owensboro, KY
Patients praise: professional, friendly, and welcoming staff · high level of expertise in injectors and estheticians.
Norton Children's Urology – Owensboro - Norton Children's
Patients praise: Excellent bedside manner and rapport with pediatric patients · Informative, kind, and professional care provided by NPs and staff.
Pain Specialists in Owensboro - Commonwealth Pain & Spine
Patients praise: Professional and compassionate staff/providers · Effective pain management treatments.
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