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Dr. Carol Kooistra, MD

Dr. Carol Kooistra, MD

Neurology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Carol Kooistra, MD is a neurologist in Spartanburg, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kooistra has extensive experience in Neuromuscular & Movement Disorders and Headache. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1982. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Pelham Medical Center and Atrium Health Cleveland. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

541 Floyd Rd Spartanburg, SC 29307
Telehealth available
(864) 585-6179

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kooistra is affiliated with Pelham Medical Center Greer, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kooistra specializes in the areas of Neurology, Neurology, Sleep Medicine & Vascular Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • 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. Kooistra's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kooistra

2.7

33 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
36%
36%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
12%
12%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
48%
48%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Alice M Eberhardt – Dec 27, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Paul Davis – Sep 12, 2024
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
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John Hill – Jun 26, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jeff – Jun 04, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Floyd – Jan 20, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Mort – Nov 14, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Laura barrett – Jun 27, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Eva – Jun 10, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Southern Lady – Oct 16, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 11, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
SC – Mar 02, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
NC – Jan 17, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Spartanburg , SC – Oct 25, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Norcross, GA – May 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chesnee, SC – Feb 20, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Carol Kooistra, MD is a neurologist in Spartanburg, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kooistra has extensive experience in Neuromuscular & Movement Disorders and Headache. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX...read more

  • Neurology

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  • University Of Phoenix / Northern California Campus

    Medical School, 1982
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Neurology
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Sleep Medicine
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Vascular Neurology
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Locations

Practice

Carol Nichols & Carol Kooistra541 Floyd Rd Spartanburg, SC 29307
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Practice

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare Systems101 E Wood St Spartanburg, SC 29303
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Pelham Medical Center

    250 Westmoreland Rd
    Greer, SC 29651
    Recipient of 3
    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

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Spartanburg Medical Center

    101 E Wood St
    Spartanburg, SC 29303
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Cherokee Medical Center

    1530 N Limestone St
    Gaffney, SC 29340

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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