Dr. Rafael Allende, MD
Neurosurgery • Male • Age 58
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available
The Neurohealth Sciences Center
305 N Mangoustine Ave Ste 100 Sanford, FL 32771Dr. Rafael Allende, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Sanford, FL. Dr. Allende has more experience with Spine than other specialists in his area. He is affiliated with Central Florida Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Allende to book an appointment.
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- Explained conditions well (63)
- Listened & answered questions (62)
- Trusted the provider's decisions (62)
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- Long wait times (43)
- Appointment was rushed (1)
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I would rate DR ALLENDE as an EXCELLENT surgeon. He did my neck and lower back. He has a great bedside manner. If you ask a question he will explain it. He did follow up at the hospital and a week later, I saw his PA at the office. I would highly recommend him.
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1Steve – May 23, 2020
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Dr. Allende and his staff are very friendly and very caring. Dr. Allende takes his time with you, answers all your questions and makes sure you understand. He is a wonderful surgeon. He has done 3 different surgeries on me and each one has been a success.
I have not had a better doctor or surgeon than Dr. Allende
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Carol Crimmons – Mar 17, 2020
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Dr Allende put my wife at ease with his question and answers. We are glad we found Dr Allende.
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- Appointment scheduling
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Myong – Feb 27, 2020
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Dr. Allende is the best Dr. I have ever had. He is a caring sincere person.
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Feb 11, 2020
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Very pleased with attention at first visit. Looking forward to our next visit on Feb/2020.
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Cecilio Rivera – Jan 27, 2020
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I first visited doctor alende two years ago after being sent to the pain management clinic and many other doctors no one was like doctor alende he's professional honest wonderful takes his time explains everything he's a true gentleman and what is left of a true doctor today he did my surgery and we are still seeing one another today four different issues I have recommended him to over 40 patients I would recommend him to anyone I first visited doctor Elan day 2 years ago after being sent to the pain management clinic and many other doctors no one was like Dr Elan day he's professional honest wonderful takes his time explains everything he's a true gentleman and what is left of a true doctor today he did my surgery and we are still seeing one another today for different issues I have recommended him to over 40 patients I would recommend him to anyone he has got the best bedside manner I've ever seen and wonderful and he takes his time and explains everything
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Angela A Bonanno – Dec 16, 2019
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Dr. Rafael Allende explained thoroughly all my options for care in a very detail and informative manner. He took the necessary time to answer all my concerns in reference to my medical condition. I must say that he was the most caring Doctor that I have ever spoke with. Having to make decisions about surgery is not an easy option, but his explanation of my condition and how to take care of it, helped tremendously to follow a care plan that hopefully will reduce my pain and alleviate my condition. Glad that I saw him. I recommend him to anybody who is having chronic pain to seek his guidance and expertise.
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1Edwin Lasanta – Nov 24, 2019
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I was more than impressed I was blown away! From filling out the inclusive questionnaire and the first phone call to meeting the doctor everyone was above par! The doctor explained his thoughts openly and honestly. Thank you Dr. Allende!
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Karen Snizek – Nov 23, 2019
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as always, always amazing and listens. His assistant also is so very helpful. I’m so happy I found him after numerous doctors that have misdiagnosed me and mistreated me. I’ll never see anyone but him!!
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Linhda – Oct 01, 2019
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While awaiting a knee replacement my hip began to hurt and my orthopedic doctor thought it might be coming from my spine. Dr. Allende read the MRI and x-ray and told me it was the pain coming from my knee, not the spine. I trust him completely as I know he will not operate unless he believes it is necessary. He did surgery on my spine eight years ago and I never had anymore pain.
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- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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1JoAnn Kolafa – Sep 09, 2019
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Great service from staff, nurse and Dr. Allende
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Sep 07, 2019
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Dr Allende always listens and takes his time with me to answers any concerns I have.
His staff is the greatest they are always polite and caring.
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Sep 06, 2019
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I couldn't be happier with the services and care from this office. Thank you Dr. Allende and your whole staff!
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1Anthony D. – Aug 29, 2019
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Dr. Allende is a fantastic Dr. I just had neck surgery done a few months ago and I feel great! He has passion for his job... He greets his patients with a smile all the time! Also he has great bedside manners!!!! I would recommend to anyone who needs surgery!! As soon as my neck heals my lower back will be next. He’s that good that I would let him do surgery on me again!
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1Susan trudeau – Aug 26, 2019
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Up-to-date on the latest procedures, inspires conference
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- Long wait times
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3Aug 09, 2019
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I would highly recommend Dr. Allende to anyone who needs surgery. He is kind, thoughtful and friendly. He listens and tries to fix your problem. I have been extremely happy with him. He is also funny and human with you.
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
- Long wait times
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1Lorraine shaw in Debary, FL – Jul 29, 2019
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Dr. Allende is a 5 star+physician! He listens and explains his findings and recommendations without rushing. His office staff is professional and friendly. We are very fortunate to have such an excellent and caring neurosurgeon in our community. I would be happy to recommend him to my family and friends.
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
- Long wait times
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1M. Poppell in Longwood, FL – Jun 26, 2019
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i would recommend him to any one
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
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barbara cole in sanford, FL – Jun 22, 2019
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Fantastic Doctor....Beyond impressed. Dr. Allende is very thorough, compassionate, caring, and has a most ratinal and intelligent approach versus other surgeons who treat you like a number, unless you agree to surgery. Further, Dr. Allende's staff is first rate, and made me feel most comfortable from the moment I first contacted them. There is a reason why Dr, Allende's patients rate him the highest in all of Central Florida....it's his integrity, compassionate approach, in which he communicates on a level very easy to understand and comprehend, with no nonsense or bs whatsoever. I would give Dr. Allende 10 stars if I could...well deserved.
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
- Long wait times
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Scott Silver in FL – Jun 21, 2019
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Dr was very informative & honest & has a wonderful approachable personality. Helped me to understand my diagnosis that was difficult to take in at first. He explained everything in detail.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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David Mickelsen in Winter Springs, FL – Jun 19, 2019