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Dr. Rodney Powell, MD

Dr. Rodney Powell, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Rodney Powell, MD is a cardiologist in Fort Walton Beach, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Powell has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He graduated from Wake Forest University Nc in 1981. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Powell is affiliated with HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital Fort Walton Beach, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Powell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Powell specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Powell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Powell

4.4

43 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
84%
84%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
14%
14%

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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
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jeffrey C. – Aug 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
A. Kay in Ft Walton Beach, FL – Jun 21, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
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Defuniak Springs, FL – Feb 12, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ft Walton Beach, FL – Dec 29, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
19 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kendall Lewis in Niceville, FL – May 28, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Powell and his staff are committed to providing the highest quality medical and cardiovascular care possible. Dr. Powell is board certified in cardiovascular diseases. He has been practicing cardiology locally in the Fort Walton area for almost...read more

biography

Dr. Rodney Powell earned his medical degree from Bowman Gray - Wake Forest University in 1975. He completed an internship in Internal Medicine at the University of South Florida in 1983.Dr. Powell is on Medical Staff at Fort Walton Beach Medical...read more
  • Cardiology

*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 South Florida

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of South Florida

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of South Florida

    Internship Hospital
  • Wake Forest University Nc

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Powell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital

      1000 Mar Walt Dr
      Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
      Recipient of 12
      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

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

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

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

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