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Dr. Lester Collins III, MD

Dr. Lester Collins III, MD

Neurology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Lester Collins III, MD is a neurologist in Tyler, TX and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Collins III has extensive experience in Headache and Neuromuscular & Movement Disorders. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center-Marshall and CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Jacksonville. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (24 reviews)

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

910 E Houston St Ste 330 Tyler, TX 75702
Telehealth available
(903) 606-7995

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Collins III is affiliated with CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center-Marshall Marshall, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Collins III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Collins III specializes in the area of Neurology. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Collins III' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Collins III

3.6

24 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
Mar 10, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Molly – Nov 24, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
STEVEN M GOODRICH – Jul 12, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 16, 2020
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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
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 07, 2020
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Angry Patient – Nov 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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Kitty DeMaria in Wilmington , NC – Sep 03, 2018
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About Me

biography

Lester Collins, MD is a neurologist at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Tyler, TX.

  • 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.

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Residency Hospital, 1979

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 1976

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Dr. Collins III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

    CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic910 E Houston St Ste 330 Tyler, TX 75702
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center-Marshall

      811 S Washington Ave
      Marshall, TX 75670
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      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.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

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

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Jacksonville

      2026 S Jackson St
      Jacksonville, TX 75766

    • CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Tyler

      800 E Dawson St
      Tyler, TX 75701
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality