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Dr. Peter Alexander, MD

Dr. Peter Alexander, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Alexander, MD is a neurosurgeon in Richmond, VA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Alexander has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from New York University in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Henrico Doctors' Hospital and Retreat Doctors' Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 60 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (60 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Alexander is affiliated with Henrico Doctors' Hospital Richmond, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Alexander 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 ExpertiseDr. Alexander specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Alexander's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alexander

4.3

60 ratings, 36 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
13%
13%

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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Mar 20, 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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Tom Coghill – Feb 15, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Ann Mugel – Feb 15, 2025
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Linda Cozad – Jan 28, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 12, 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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Kent M – Dec 03, 2024
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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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Nov 24, 2024
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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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Oct 23, 2024
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joseph Haggerty – Aug 28, 2024
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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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Jul 26, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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May 11, 2024
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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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Jack P – Apr 10, 2024
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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
Helpful
Mar 03, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 29, 2024
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Jan 17, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 02, 2023
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What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 07, 2023
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 people found this helpful
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Sandra Jones – Sep 07, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Bobbie – Sep 07, 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
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Patty McGee-Sutton – Sep 03, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Peter Alexander, MD is a neurosurgeon in Richmond, VA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Alexander has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from New York University in 1996. He is affiliated...read more
  • 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.

  • Baylor University

    Residency Hospital
  • Baylor University

    Internship Hospital
  • New York University

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Alexander is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Henrico Doctors' Hospital

      1602 Skipwith Rd
      Richmond, VA 23229
      Recipient of 54
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      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

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

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Retreat Doctors' Hospital

      2621 Grove Ave
      Richmond, VA 23220
      Recipient of 35
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards
    • Parham Doctors' Hospital

      7700 E Parham Rd
      Richmond, VA 23294
      Recipient of 35
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality