Dr. Rodney Samuelson, MD
Neurosurgery•Male•Age 48
Accepting new patients
Regional Health Orthopedic & Specialty Hospital
1635 Caregiver Cir Rapid City, SD 57702Dr. Rodney Samuelson, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Rapid City, SD and has over 19 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kansas / School of Medicine medical school in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Monument Health Rapid City Hospital and Penrose-St. Francis Health Services. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Samuelson to book an appointment.
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What went well
- Explained conditions well (21)
- Office environment (21)
- Appointment wasn't rushed (20)
What could be improved
- Appointment was rushed (2)
- Didn't listen or answer questions (2)
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions (2)
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I took my Mother to see Dr. Samuelson to see if she could be treated with a shunt for hydrocephalus. He proceeded to explain to my Mother and I about the evolution of man and that cavemen did not have a very long life expectancy and that my Mother had surely outlived hers. Yes, it sounds outrageous. Yes, he said it.
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- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
SoDak Bri – Feb 19, 2021
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He is a wonderful doctor, not only very intelligent, but has a very kind, & pleasant personality, which is so very important, especially when a patient is facing a very serious & complicated surgery. I especially appreciated how Dr. Samuelson explained what was wrong, on the CT, & other tests, & what, surgically, would be necessary to repair the problem. We are so fortunate & blessed to have Dr. Samuelson in our area. Thank You for being here for us!
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M. Mikuska – Apr 20, 2020
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Very informative & seemed to really care. Explained my procedure so it was easily understood. Explained benefits as well as risks. Answered all the questions we had. He came highly recommended & I see why. I would recommend him to others.
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Kellye – Feb 17, 2020
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Excellent knowledgeable intelligent courteous thorough professional doctor. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Samuelson to enyone. I know I will have surgery in the near future and I hope I am fortunate enough to have Dr Samuelson as my surgeon again. I feel our community is very fortunate to have such an outstanding physician.
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
Lee – Feb 01, 2020
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Awesome surgeon. He has done 4 surgeries on me. He is always professional and thorough! I trust his skills and decisions about my care
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
Jenn Gonzalez – Sep 30, 2019
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Went for a neck surgery consult and was told he would not do the surgery due to my life expectancy. I am currently going through chemo treatment for cancer that my team of oncologists have told me is treatable. Dr. Samuelson then tells me I have 6 months to live. Not sure why he would say such a terrible thing to a person - didn't know he was also an oncologist. Waited 25 minutes to get into my appointment as well. My doctors were informed and saw his notes in my chart and were appalled.
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No results
What could be improved
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May 03, 2019