Dr. Kenneth B. Pugar, DO
Dayton Center for Neurological Disorders
1975 Miamisburg Centerville Rd Centerville, OH 45459Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available
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What went well
- Office environment (109)
- Trusted the provider's decisions (100)
- Appointment wasn't rushed (99)
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment (28)
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions (25)
- Didn't explain conditions well (24)
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I made an appt. with Dr. Pugar to obtain a second opinion on a diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease. I was almost immediately impressed and confident that I would have a good experience. Dr. Pugar was very thorough in his examination and answered all of my many questions in a way I could understand. He never made me feel rushed, in fact, he spent an hour with me. I decided about halfway through our appointment that I wanted Dr. Pugar to be the doctor helping me to live with Parkinson's Disease. I would highly recommend him!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Jan 16, 2021
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Appreciate how everything was handled due to the Covid. Dr. Pugar was very pleasant and made sure we understood what he was doing in his accessment. Everyone was pleasant and helpful
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Dec 18, 2020
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Went for 2nd opinion and was extremely happy with our visit. Dr. Pugar was very informative, ask lots of questions and listened to what my concerns were.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Rita Gerkey – Dec 15, 2020
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The Doctor answered all questions and explained my information in an easy to understand manner.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Dec 05, 2020
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Very comprehensive assessment for my mother, very attentive and patient focused, highly recommend Dr. Pugar if you need neurology assessment, he spent lots of time and showed genuine concern for her well-being, very honest about her mental impairment, providing expected next steps, great patient and family interaction as appropriate - better than five stars
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Debbie Schrubb – Dec 05, 2020
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Very nice, explained everything in detail and in a way we can understand. Gave us information on underlying conditions. he is very caring, listens carefully, I would highly recommend Dr. Pugar.
What went well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Nancy Hopkins Alavattam – Dec 03, 2020
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We were very late and he still agreed to see us because he knew how badly needed him. He was kind, compassionate, knowlegable and down to earth.
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helen M Craig – Nov 22, 2020
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After the past year of doctors who don't follow through and don't explain things in layperson terms I cannot say enough good about Dr Pugar. He was kind, thorough, knowledgeable. He made it very clear he would be available in the future if I needed help at anytime such as having increased pain.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
K Yowler – Oct 21, 2020
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The Dr walked in and hardly gave an introduction which threw me off because it was my first time meeting him. He would ask me a question about my symptoms and then immediately interrupt me trying to tell me what I should be feeling. Didn’t believe me when I had told him I had already gone to a PT only because he personally hadn’t heard of them. He has the worst bedside manners I have ever seen in a professional setting. At the end of my appointment he just walked out and I had no clue id I needed to wait for someone to come back in or just leave. I will never recommend him to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Jun 09, 2020
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I went with my sister to her inital appointmet with Dr. Pugar. The doctor and a woman finally came in an hour after we were checked in, there was no introduction and no explaination on who the woman was. He asked what her symptoms were and continuously cut her off and tried to explain her symptoms for her. He then asked for her to strip down in front of the whole room, giving her no privacy. Pugar and the nameless woman watched her as she had to strip and then made her sit there for the remainder of the appointment in her underwear while there were gowns directly under the bed. After the inital exam he then began doing a voice recording of his findings, belittling her and describing all of these symptoms as being caused by anxiety and depression. After the recording was over, Pugar got up and asked if there were any questions and then walked out of the room without saying anything else. This doctor is very knowledgable but he has awful bedside manner and has a god complex.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Apr 30, 2020
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Dr. Pugar was direct and thorough in his evaluation of my mother. He helped family members better understand her diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment, while at the same time giving mom a sense of hope and relief. We would highly recommend Dr. Pugar.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Feb 27, 2020
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Excellent experience. Dr. Pugar really listened and never seemed rushed or distracted. Dr. Pugar provided a comprehensive plan for helping me with my medical condition. I would highly recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Oct 14, 2019
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Very good, explained well my situation and his diagnostic procedure and what the additional testing would be. Received a written document of his initial findings and testing to be done. Very personable Doctor. Minimal waiting time.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Don – Sep 07, 2019
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He was a very professional doctor. I feel he belongs in research more. My husband was diagnosed with onset of Alzheimer’s which I asked earlier about. I was told I could call association to get info about it. After the doctor canceled his appointment and we had to wait another 3 months before we could see him. I said enough and we got another doctor, who gave us a book on this diseases. This I thought Dr. Pugar should have given to us. The book was very good to have. To bad we didn’t have it sooner!
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Dab – Aug 22, 2019
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Very thorough, explained everything well! Recorded conclusions and report in my presence which I thought was a great idea.
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Jul 31, 2019
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I believe we saw a resident first,a dr.K who was very thorough,professional and kind.dr.pugar came in after and did repeat exam(not as intense) but was also very thorough,professional and kind!!! Resolved our fears and spoke in terms that were understandable!! Thank you
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Jul 25, 2019
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Very professional, very thorough. Definitely feel he is dedicated to helping me get to an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Tim in Dayton – Jul 22, 2019
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Always very concerned and thorough with my appointments concerning my MS appointments. Highly recommend him. Very up to date with latest treatments and what my options are.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Jul 22, 2019
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I was concerned with changes I as well as my family had noticed about focus and memory issues with myself. I felt Dr. Pugar took his time and reviewed all areas with me and was truly concerned with my understanding and agreement of his findings. I am confident in this care he provided me and his findings.
What went well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
tammy t – Jul 19, 2019
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My husband had his first visit yesterday and I was very pleased with Dr. Pugars bedside manner, knowledge and expertise. His office staff was polite and efficient. I observed his teaching with his resident as the examination was performed and he clearly is a wonderful teacher. We have testing to be done and will find our answers in due time. He is a gem in his specialty and I would highly recommend him to anyone with neurological health issues.
What went well
- Office environment
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Mary Shay – Jul 18, 2019