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Dr. William Brennan, MD

Dr. William Brennan, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. William Brennan, MD is a neurosurgeon in Lafayette, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center and West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 101 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (101 reviews)

Practice

105 Patriot St Ste 101 Lafayette, LA 70508
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(337) 981-2125

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Brennan is affiliated with Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital Lafayette, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Brennan 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. Brennan 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Brennan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brennan

4.3

101 ratings, 43 with a written review
5 Star
80%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
16%
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Penelope W. Berthelot – Nov 21, 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
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Amanda M. – Apr 21, 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
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S. Thomas – Apr 09, 2020
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 12, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Donna M. – Jul 18, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Tracy Henry – Jul 02, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Gerard Lacassin – Jul 01, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 15, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 23, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 12, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Carol in Church Point, LA – Feb 26, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Frances Auster in Church Point, LA – Nov 16, 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
1 person found this helpful
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KENNY in ARNAUDVILLE, LA – Oct 18, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Susan Marks in Jennings, La – Sep 09, 2018
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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
9 people found this helpful
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Jodi in gueydan, LA – Sep 05, 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
3 people found this helpful
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John carbonell in Patterson – May 19, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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P. Buswell in Youngsville – Mar 25, 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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Sandra Palmer in Youngsville – Nov 08, 2017
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Beth Attales in Lafayette – Oct 30, 2017
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Priscilla gueldner in Church Point, LA – Oct 24, 2017
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care philosophy

Listen to the patient and they will tell you the diagnosis. Non-surgical methods are our first approach.

  • 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.

  • Vanderbilt Medical Center|vanderbilt University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • Vanderbilt Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Brennan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, 2001

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Locations

Practice

MSH Clinic105 Patriot St Ste 101 Lafayette, LA 70508
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital

    1101 Kaliste Saloom Rd
    Lafayette, LA 70508
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    93%
    Patients said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night

    26% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital

    651 N Bolton Ave
    Alexandria, LA 71301
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    92%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center

    4801 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy
    Lafayette, LA 70508
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    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

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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