Dr. Michael Bell, MD
Neurology•Male•Age 45
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available
Bend Neurological Associates
2349 NE Conners Ave Bend, OR 97701Dr. Michael Bell, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Bend, OR. Dr. Bell has more experience with Headache, Epilepsy, and Neuromuscular and Movement Disorders than other specialists in his area. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Charles Bend and St. Charles Prineville. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Bell to book an appointment.
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efficient, thorough assessment of physical and emotional issues in Parkinson's. Disease.
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- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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david pratt – Nov 16, 2020
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Caring and compassionate with our son. We trust him explicitly with his decisions.
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- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Sep 23, 2020
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Contrary to some reviews on this site, I had an excellent first appointment today with Dr. Bell. I found him to be highly intelligent, knowledgeable and logical, as well as kind and patient with me. I am confident that I am in good hands to figure out why I am limping. I did not experience any rudeness or condescension from him, for sure.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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LibraGirl49 – Sep 01, 2020
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Dr. Bell saved my life. After 7 strokes, & losing Who I was. Starting in 2007, 08, 09 & 2010 was the last stroke. The strokes were caused my 59 different prescriptions plus shots daily. I had to relearn everything. He's helped me by his kindness and conversation helping me try to comprehend and always seeking his expertise. He's always caring & compassionate.
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Julie Taylor-Shelton – Apr 01, 2020
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Findings consistent with previous doctors, I have seen. I find him amiable and thorough.
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Rob Walsh – Feb 15, 2020
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My son saw him due to all over numbness. Dr said he was just fine and would not continue to try to find out why.
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- Staff friendliness
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- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Long wait times
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Jan 08, 2020
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Dr bell was very rude and uncaring. Wouldn’t listen to a word I said. Wrote in my chart in was all in my head but didn’t say it to my face. I ended up with myasthenia Gravis and in ICU. Thank God we have other doctors to go to and I survived.
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Just a nice person in Bend, OR – Feb 19, 2019
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I would urge you to explore other options. This person was not adequate for us. We explored other options in Portland and found a perfect fit.
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- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
May 30, 2018
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DON'T GO TO HIM! RUDE, CONDESCENDING, DOESN'T LISTEN, SCARED MY CHILD TO DEATH....NO BEDSIDE MANNER AND TOLD US OUR DAUGHTER'S SYMPTOMS WERE MADE UP....WENT TO PORTLAND TO FIND REAL CARING AND KNOWLEDGEABLE DOCTORS.
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- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Office environment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
May 16, 2018
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We were referred to Dr Bell when our son was 9 years old. We suspected epilepsy in him from the many experiences we had observed. Dr Bell asked about three questions and immediately ruled out epilepsy. We then went on an 8 year journey and spent thousands of dollars on everything from heart, neck, spine, to Ortho to find a solution, before finally asking for a second opinion from another neurologist. The second neurologist found the epilepsy in three days and finally my son is getting help.
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Feb 12, 2018
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Doctor Bell is one of the best doctors I have ever worked with and I've had more than a few. Dr. Bell is kind, compassionate, knowledgeable and has the people skills all doctors should strive for. He always is thorough and does his homework. He lays out the options and we work through them. Dr. Bell is well trained and very knowledgeable on the most current treatments.
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Bend, OR – Dec 05, 2017
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Dr. Bell is a young and caring doctor who is always willing to research, and educate himself to his best ability on how to effectively treat his patients. Dr. Bell has been known to go out of his way to make late night hospital visits simply to check and ensure the well being of his patients and employees exceptional bedside maner.
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Josh Bumbarger in Bend, OR – Jan 17, 2017
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My Epileptic child saw Dr Bell in Aug, 2016. I couldn't write this until now. The reason is, he scared my child and I so much, that we are still PETRIFIED! I am an EPILEPTIC mom of an Epileptic/Autistic child. He was the ONLY Dr here. We now drive 4 hrs away. He said my child's' 11 yrs of Epilepsy never happened and ignored ALL Neuro records. I asked why. Yelling with anger, he said; "I NEVER SAID THAT, NOW YOU ARE PUTTING WORDS IN MY MOUTH!" My child said, "Mommy please don't make me go back!!"
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Lia M in Bend, OR – Jan 16, 2017
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My 7 year old daughter has a seizure disorder and has been seen by him for the last 2 years, needless to say we have requested a transfer to Portland so she can actually receive good quality care. He has been unhelpful from the very beginning. Basically diagnosed and medicated and sent us on our way. He is very dismissive, rude, judgmental and clearly does not have the time or want to do his job anymore than he has too. My daughter is suffering and he continues to blow us off. Do not go see him!
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J. Biggs in Redmond Oregon – Oct 12, 2016
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Rude, judgmental and unprofessional. Clearly had an agenda prior to entering the room. Confrontational, inconsiderate and a bully. Did not allow me to finish a sentence or explain my symptoms. Outright misrepresentation of our encounter in his physician's note. I would suggest that anyone who sees this physician request a copy of the visit note and review it for accurate documentation of visit conversation and exam. I have never been treated so disrespectfully by a physician ever.
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bend, OR – Jul 29, 2016
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Dr. Bell spent more than ample time with me examining and explaining my 3 conditions . He also talked about treatment options and a likely prognosis over time. I found it very easy to discuss things with Dr Bell. His interest in my condition(s) was greatly appreciated. I feel confident that over time we can handle these darn (politely put) things.
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Gary D in prineville, OR – Jun 11, 2016
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He is rude, uncaring and has terrible bedside manner. Not only that, he does little prep for the appointment, and has his personal agenda rather than reading the chart.
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Steve in Charlotte, NC – Apr 28, 2016
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Was judgemental angry yelled at me and refused to help me. I wouldnt take my sick dog to him. He was off the subject, acted strange. Didnt listen. Asked questions and cut me off before I aswered. He was mean inconsiderate and totally unprofessional! Who asks your fingernail is long. Asked questions and wanted answers like I was a doctor. I didnt no the answers thats why I was there. I have never ever had an experince like this, it was like having a nightmare!
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Cathy mcpeak in Portland, OR – Jan 28, 2016
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I have never had a doctor who was so willing to go the extra mile to find out what was causing my symptoms, and to help me. He has personally called me several times and came to visit me in the hospital, just knowing I was there. I highly recommend this doctor if you're looking for honest, involvement, competence and kindness.
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Michael in Redmond, OR – Dec 17, 2015
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I have seen neurologists in several states, and Dr. Bell was the least professional and least thorough of all. I was not able to complete a full thought without Dr. Bell taking a call which he answered in the room - repeating names and conditions of patients aloud - and then would skip to another question. His exam was incomplete and rushed. I had to request routine tests. He dismissed issues that are of great concern to me and made decisions about my treatment with this limited knowledge.
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Bend, OR – Dec 16, 2015
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