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Dr. Daniel Donovan, MD

Dr. Daniel Donovan, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Daniel Donovan, MD is a neurosurgeon in Honolulu, HI and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Pali Momi Medical Center and Queen's North Hawai'I Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

1380 Lusitana St Ste 1009 Honolulu, HI 96813

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Donovan is affiliated with Pali Momi Medical Center Aiea, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Donovan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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. Donovan specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. 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. Donovan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Donovan

3.9

11 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Kylee Davidson – Feb 22, 2024
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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
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Jimmy Kamanu and Serena Fujikawa – Sep 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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JolaW – Jun 23, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 21, 2018
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hilo, HI – Jul 02, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Daniel Donovan, MD is a neurosurgeon in Honolulu, HI and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Pali Momi Medical Center and Queen's North Hawai'I Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Washington University

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Donovan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Carla Nip-Sakamoto MD1380 Lusitana St Ste 1009 Honolulu, HI 96813
    1
    Office550 S Beretania St Ste 510 Honolulu, HI 96813
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Pali Momi Medical Center

      98-1079 Moanalua Rd
      Aiea, HI 96701
      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.

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

      3% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • The Queens Medical Center

      1301 Punchbowl St
      Honolulu, HI 96813
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Queen's North Hawai'I Community Hospital

      67-1125 Mamalahoa Hwy
      Kamuela, HI 96743

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      74%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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