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Dr. Donald Buckner Jr, MD

Dr. Donald Buckner Jr, MD

Psychiatry*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Buckner Jr, MD is a psychiatrist in Sylva, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mission Hospital and Haywood Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

44 Bonnie Ln Sylva, NC 28779
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(828) 631-3973

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Buckner Jr specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Buckner Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Buckner Jr

3.7

3 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
67%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
33%
33%

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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
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Dec 03, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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T. Martin in Hendersonville – Mar 31, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Donald Buckner Jr, MD is a psychiatrist in Sylva, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mission Hospital...read more

  • Psychiatry

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  • University Of North Carolina At Charlotte

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Meridian Behavioral Health Services Inc.44 Bonnie Ln Sylva, NC 28779
1
Office220 5th Ave E Hendersonville, NC 28792
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Haywood Regional Medical Center

    262 Leroy George Dr
    Clyde, NC 28721
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% 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

  • Transylvania Regional Hospital

    260 Hospital Dr
    Brevard, NC 28712

    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

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

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mission Hospital

    509 Biltmore Ave
    Asheville, NC 28801
    Recipient of 69
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower 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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