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Dr. Karl Schultz, MD

Dr. Karl Schultz, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Karl Schultz, MD is a neurosurgeon in Gainesville, GA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Schultz has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He graduated from Emory University in 1992. He is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 39 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (39 reviews)

Practice

655 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE Gainesville, GA 30501
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(770) 533-7288

Dr. Schultz 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. Schultz specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Schultz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schultz

3.8

39 ratings, 21 with a written review
5 Star
67%
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4 Star
3%
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3 Star
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2 Star
5%
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1 Star
26%
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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
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Cynthia Leathers – Jan 07, 2025
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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
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Robin Dunahoo Aikens and Bobby Aikens – Jul 13, 2023
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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
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Thankful, Grateful and Blessed – Jun 21, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Brenda Reed – Mar 23, 2021
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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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Oct 11, 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
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Susan McDonald – Jan 24, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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New patient in Flowery Branch – Dec 13, 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
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Jack E. Rawdin Jr. in Sautee Nacoochee, GA – Sep 11, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Bill Wittel – Aug 14, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
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Spouse of patient LSMurray – Aug 09, 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
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Retha (Jan) Dye in Cumming, GA – Jul 15, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 16, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 12, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
2 people found this helpful
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Gainesville, GA – Sep 22, 2017
I am truly sorry that this happened....Read More
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
A thankful patient in Gainesville, GA – Nov 27, 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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Atlanta, GA – Oct 12, 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
  • Long wait times
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dianne in Flowery Branch, GA – Sep 23, 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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alange in Cleveland Ga – Aug 20, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dawsonville, GA – Jul 13, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Flowery Branch, GA – Jun 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Neurosurgical illnesses of the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves can be quite lifestyle altering. I feel privileged to be able to help my patients achieve a improvement in their quality of life, while providing state of the art care in a friendly...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

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

  • American College Of Surgeons

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003

  • American Association Of Neurological Surgeons

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • Department Of Neurological Surgery, The Emory Clinic And Emory University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Emory University Affiliated Hospitals

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Emory University

    Medical School, 1992

  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992

  • Washington And Jefferson College

    Undergraduate School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Schultz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Diane C Kelly DMD PC655 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE Gainesville, GA 30501
    1
    Northeast Georgia Medical Center743 Spring St NE Gainesville, GA 30501
    2

    Practice

    Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton1400 River Pl Braselton, GA 30517
    3

    Practice

    Specialty Orthopaedics PC1240 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE Ste 300 Gainesville, GA 30501
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville

      743 Spring St NE
      Gainesville, GA 30501
      Recipient of 2
      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

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

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