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Dr. William Fox, MD

Dr. William Fox, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. William Fox, MD is a neurosurgeon in Jacksonville, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 2003. He is affiliated with Mayo Clinic In Florida. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Locations

Mayo Clinic - Florida

FL - Neuro Surgery4500 San Pablo Rd S Jacksonville, FL 32224
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fox is affiliated with Mayo Clinic In Florida Jacksonville, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Fox is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Fox 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 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Fox's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fox

4.4
15 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
80%
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4 star
7%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
13%
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Fantastic doctor
Was referred by my pain doctor to Dr. Fox and had a appointment within 3 weeks. After seeing him in-office, we were set up for surgery. The staff at the time, was very helpful in getting my insurance to approve my surgery and worked with me to get all the test and insurance information together. Even Dr. Fox interfaced with my insurance to get my surgery done.I had an infusion of the 4rth and 5th vertebrae, spent one night in the hospital and then home.My recovery has been without incident and I'm nearing my release date. I highly recommend Dr. Fox and thank him for my new outlook in life.
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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Harrison – Feb 21, 2025
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Good Doctor
Dr. Fox has always treated me well. he takes his time to make sure you understand everything. He treats you with respect and never rushes you.
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
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Amy B – Feb 02, 2024
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Minimal invasive Great Surgeon
Dr. Fox is an extremely skilled surgeon that is up to date on the latest techniques. This is backed up up by the great staff and equipment that is Mayo. This allowed a once strong man with severe pain to get up and walk almost immediately afterwards without any pain. It was a miracle. Thank you Dr. Fox!
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
2 others found this helpful
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George S. – Jun 26, 2023
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Great Surgeon
Hi highly recommend Dr Fox. He takes the time and listens to you and answers all your questions. He truly cares about his patients. I had c5-c7 surgery. I am. not sure I would have had a successful surgery if it weren't for Dr. Fox who took the time and made sure the outcome was a great one! PLUS his staff is amazing!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Doreen L – Jan 27, 2023
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Dr Fox did my surgery on my spine for severe compression. It was a scary surgery for me but he made me comfortable. I highly recommend him and the Mayo Clinic.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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MCCUE – Jan 03, 2023
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Amazing Precise Surgeon
My name is Anthony Gomes I'm a real person I was diagnosed with a carotid body tumor and I was lucky to have Dr. Fox as my surgeon. My tumor was vascular and had to be embolized so that it could be removed. Now the tumor was right on my carotid artery, again not an easy place for surgery to be completed. Dr. Fox with his precision was able to embolize the tumor and get it ready for removal by the other amazing surgeons on the Mayo Clinic team. I highly recommend Dr. Fox he was a part of saving my life this man is doing God's work. I also highly recommend the Mayo Clinic in all my years of dealing with hospitals I've never been at place as magical and caring as the Mayo. Everyone and I mean everyone truly cares about you and your recovery and making sure you are 100% comfortable through the whole process. Moving forward I will only trust the Mayo clinic with anything else that may come up in my life that is BIG! Thank You Dr. FOX I appreciate everything you have done for me!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Anthony Gomes – Nov 04, 2022
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Bad experience. I don't recommend him at all
I have visited Dr. Fox at mayo clinic after having a severe pain in my lower back. He recommended me to get injections to try if the pain will be gone after these. My insurance rejected the injections and here I go with two months of suffering with communication with him and his staff to get the approval and reschedule these appointments. I kept calling his team and send him msgs over the portal and no response. They kept telling me we will give you a call when we will have update. No one ever called me for an updates. I kept calling everyday to check on statues. Also, schedulers missed up these appointment multiple times. It was such a frustrating experience with him and his staff. I don't recommend anyone to go through these type of experiences and having severe back pain at the same time. This was the most horrible experience I ever got through.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Meme – Oct 20, 2022
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Amazing Surgeon. Outstanding Result.
Dr. Fox replaced the L5/S1 disc with a titanium cage structurally supported by rods and screws. Surgery was preceded by several scans and careful planning. He knew precisely what needed to be done before he cut. I am convinced that his approach lessened the surgical Trama, reduced pain, resulted in quicker healing and less down time. The result is magnificent. Way better than he predicted. He is well and truly the Go-To Neurosurgeon. All those other details were perfect. Clean. On time (never get that in a medical office). Great staff. Oh, they follow on care is just as good. I had a 2am issue--call the patient hotline and had a well-versed medical person on the line reading my chart within 5 minutes. When you hurt in the middle of the night--those folks are there to help. And they care. Consider this my strongest recommendation of Dr. Fox.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Bert J. Harris, III – Mar 29, 2022
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My experience with Dr. Fox was outstanding, as was working with his assistant Lynn and nurse Lindsay. I did not need surgery, but he took the time to explain all my options in a way I could understand. Highly recommend Dr. Fox.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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New York, NY – Jan 14, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I am committed to providing outstanding care incorporating evidence based medicine, modern neurosurgical technological advancements, and the individual needs of every patient. In addition, my office strives every day to make the patient experience exceptional from start to finish.

biography

W. Chris Fox, M.D. is a Senior Associate Consultant who specializes in endovascular and cerebrovascular neurosurgery as well as minimally invasive and complex spinal surgery. He believes that commitment to the highest ideals of medicine, clear...read more
  • Neurosurgery

  • Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

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  • University Of Michigan Hospitals

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Florida Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008
  • University Of Michigan Hospitals

    Internship Hospital, 2004
  • University Of Michigan Medical School

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Fox is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mayo Clinic In Florida

      4500 San Pablo Rd S
      Jacksonville, FL 32224
      Recipient of 48
      hospital awards

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      90%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      25% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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