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Dr. Said Elshihabi, MD

Dr. Said Elshihabi, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Said Elshihabi, MD is a neurosurgeon in Newnan, GA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center|University of Texas Health Sciences Center, San Antonio, TX in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Piedmont Hospital and Northside Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Said Elshihabi,MD, FAANS

600 Celebrate Life Pkwy Newnan, GA 30265
Telehealth available

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(470) 944-9562

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Elshihabi is affiliated with Wellstar Paulding Medical Center Hiram, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Elshihabi 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. Elshihabi specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Elshihabi's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elshihabi

4.3

35 ratings, 23 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
14%
14%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 25, 2021
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jon – Mar 30, 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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Susan Boomhouwer – Dec 03, 2020
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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
Oct 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alan Farmer – Aug 18, 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
Donna Allen – Jul 28, 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
Paul – Jul 10, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ar’Rel – Apr 25, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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William R. – Apr 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 01, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dorothy Chaplin – Mar 08, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sara – Mar 06, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 31, 2020
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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 22, 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
Tammy Thomas – Aug 21, 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
Richard E Little – Aug 10, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Peggy Pepper in Kennesaw, GA – Jul 28, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Laura Chapman – Jun 28, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 01, 2018
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care philosophy

Dr Said Elshihabi joined Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA) in Atlanta, Georgia as a Neurosurgeon. Dr Elshihabi provides minimally invasive surgical and radio-surgical management of primary and metastatic brain and spinal tumors. He is...read more

biography

Dr. Said Elshihabi joined Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA) in Atlanta, Georgia as a Neurosurgeon. Dr. Elshihabi provides minimally invasive surgical and radio-surgical management of primary and metastatic brain and spinal tumors. He...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2006

  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2001

  • University Of Texas Health Science Center|university Of Texas Health Sciences Center, San Antonio, Tx

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Elshihabi is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Said Elshihabi,MD, FAANS

    Said Elshihabi,MD, FAANS600 Celebrate Life Pkwy Newnan, GA 30265
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Wellstar Paulding Medical Center

      2518 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy
      Hiram, GA 30141
      Recipient of 6
      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.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Piedmont Hospital

      1968 Peachtree Rd NW
      Atlanta, GA 30309
      Recipient of 30
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      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
      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Northside Hospital

      1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
      Atlanta, GA 30342
      Recipient of 3
      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

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

      1% higher than the national average

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