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Dr. Donald Holzer, MD

Dr. Donald Holzer, MD

Neurology*

Dr. Donald Holzer, MD is a neurologist in Portsmouth, VA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Careplex Hospital and Sentara Obici Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Practice

3315 High St Portsmouth, VA 23707

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Holzer is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital Norfolk, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Holzer 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. Holzer 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
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Holzer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Holzer

4.5

34 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
85%
85%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
12%
12%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 15, 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
Christine Weldon – Sep 16, 2020
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Norfolk, VA – Dec 08, 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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kenneth Mills in Newport News, VA – Jan 08, 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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Brenda Anderson in Edenton, NC – Oct 15, 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
No results
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Debbie in Newport news, va – Oct 10, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tammy Robison in Virginia Beach, VA – Sep 28, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Suffolk, VA – Jun 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kimberly M in Smithfield, VA – Jan 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kat O'Brien in Windsor, VA – Sep 26, 2016
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Poor service, great doctor in Suffolk, VA – Feb 26, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
VA – Feb 24, 2016
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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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
disappointed patient in Norfolk, VA – Feb 19, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

The Bon Secours Neuroscience Center for Pain Management, the largest comprehensive pain management center in Hampton Roads, has been caring for patients suffering from chronic pain for 22 years. Focused on treating patients burdened with pain,...read more

biography

Prior to his association with Bon Secours Center for Pain Management, Dr. Holzer was in private practice at The Center for Pain Management in Portsmouth, Va. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the SUNY Stony Brook University in Stony Brook,...read more
  • Neurology

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

  • Cornell Cooperating Hospitals

    Internship Hospital
  • Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Of Pennsylvania

    Medical School
  • North Shore University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Holzer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Bon Secours Neuroscience Center for Pain MGMT.3315 High St Portsmouth, VA 23707
    1

    Practice

    Mind Peace LLC6275 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 303 Norfolk, VA 23502
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

      600 Gresham Dr
      Norfolk, VA 23507
      Recipient of 7
      hospital 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
    • Sentara Leigh Hospital

      830 Kempsville Rd
      Norfolk, VA 23502
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence 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.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

      1060 First Colonial Rd
      Virginia Beach, VA 23454
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      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

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

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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