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Dr. Tom Yao, MD

Dr. Tom Yao, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Tom Yao, MD is a neurosurgeon in Louisville, KY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Yao has extensive experience in Neurocritical Care Disorders. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 2002. He is affiliated with Norton Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

4915 Norton Healthcare Blvd Ste 301 Louisville, KY 40241
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(502) 394-6390

Dr. Yao 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. Yao 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.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Yao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yao

4.8

16 ratings, 5 with a written review
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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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Kimberly Saltsman – Jan 25, 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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Cindy – Jul 23, 2024
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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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K. Wilkison – Jul 30, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
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1 person found this helpful
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Mar 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
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Jo Fields in Mt.Washington, KY – May 31, 2018
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At Norton Healthcare, we believe you - the patient - are the most important person to our practice. As the region's leading health care provider, we are committed to providing comprehensive, quality health care to all those we serve in a manner...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Vanderbilt University

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Yao is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Norton Neurology Services4915 Norton Healthcare Blvd Ste 301 Louisville, KY 40241
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    Practice

    Office4950 Norton Healthcare Blvd Ste 205 Louisville, KY 40241
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    Practice

    Office4915 Norton Healthcare Blvd Ste 402 Louisville, KY 40241
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Norton Hospital

      200 E Chestnut St
      Louisville, KY 40202

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher 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
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