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Dr. Alissa Higinbotham, MD

Dr. Alissa Higinbotham, MD

Neurology*

Dr. Alissa Higinbotham, MD is a neurologist in Charlottesville, VA. She is affiliated with UVA Health Sciences Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (10 reviews)

UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic

1221 Lee St Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 924-2706

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Higinbotham is affiliated with UVA Health Sciences Center Charlottesville, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Higinbotham is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Higinbotham specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Higinbotham's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Higinbotham

4.9

10 ratings, 10 with a written review
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Jan 09, 2025
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Nov 22, 2024
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Oct 10, 2024
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Sep 27, 2024
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Sep 17, 2024
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Aug 20, 2024
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Jul 30, 2024
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Jul 16, 2024
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About Me

biography

Alissa Higinbotham is a neurologist and movement disorder specialist. She specializes in Parkison's, tremor disorders, dystonia, and hyperkinetic movement disorders.

  • Neurology

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  • West Virginia University

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Dr. Higinbotham is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic

    UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic1221 Lee St Charlottesville, VA 22903
    1

    UVA Health University Medical Center

    UVA Health University Medical Center1215 Lee St Charlottesville, VA 22908
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UVA Health Sciences Center

      1215 Lee St
      Charlottesville, VA 22908
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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