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Dr. Cara Hamilton, MD

Dr. Cara Hamilton, MD

Pediatrics*

Dr. Cara Hamilton, MD is a pediatrician in Rapid City, SD. She is affiliated with medical facilities Monument Health Rapid City Hospital and Monument Health Spearfish Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

2905 5th St Rapid City, SD 57701

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hamilton specializes in the area of Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Hamilton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hamilton

3.2
9 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
44%
44%
4 star
11%
11%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
11%
11%
1 star
33%
33%

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Does not really support breastfeeding
Dr Hamilton was my child's pediatrician until she was 1. Throughout the entire year she was very obviously uniformed about breastfeeding, obsessed with bottle feeding, and gave a lot of unsolicited non-medical advice. At my child's 12 month appointment she would not stop insisting that I needed to wean my child and give her cows milk instead or at least pump to ensure she didn't drink 'too much' breastmilk after I stated that I intended to continue nursing as long as my child and I desired in line with the recommendations from the WHO. When pressed she couldn't give any reason why or cite any studies that reflected her opinion, but continued to insist that it was time to wean.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 12, 2023
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Pediatrician for 9 years
Dr. Hamilton is a wonderful pediatrician. She has had my daughter under her care for 9 years and my son for 9 months. She is so attentive, compassionate, and easy-going. I never feel rushed, even when I go to the appointments with an actual list of questions. My son has had more health concerns than we anticipated, but she educated herself on the conditions and has remained a great resource for us. Her nursing staff is friendly and very helpful as well! All-around, she is a great choice if you are looking for a reliable and trusting doctor to care for your children's health and wellbeing.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Melissa J Johnson – Aug 11, 2022
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My daughter sees dr hamilton and I absolutely love her. She always takes time to answer question and explains things in a way I can understand.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 15, 2020
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Frustrating, she wouldn’t stop asking me then trying to “scare” me into doing somethings that I already declined multiple times. I made it clear my child wouldn’t be circumcised but she decided that she needed to ask me again. When she didn’t get the answer she wanted she tried pushing harder. Then instead of asking me why I didn’t want something done she tried to tell me that since I wouldn’t convent to certain testing that I can cause my child to go blind. I would’ve given her zero stars.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 19, 2019
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Dr. Hamilton is our pediatrician for both of our kids. She’s always kind and takes time to listen to questions and concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Rapid City , SD – Feb 05, 2019
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Doctor Hamilton has been my daughter's pediatrician for almost 5 years. When we do have to go to the clinic, her nurse and her are extremely personable and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Rapid City – Apr 13, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Cara Hamilton, MD is a pediatrician in Rapid City, SD. She is affiliated with medical facilities Monument Health Rapid City Hospital and Monument Health Spearfish Hospital. She is accepting new patients.
  • Pediatrics

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Unavail2905 5th St Rapid City, SD 57701
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Monument Health Spearfish Hospital

    1440 N Main St
    Spearfish, SD 57783

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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

    353 Fairmont Blvd
    Rapid City, SD 57701

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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