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Dr. William Steele, MD

Dr. William Steele, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. William Steele, MD is a neurosurgeon in Houston, TX. He is affiliated with North Cypress Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Dr. Steele is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • 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 HospitalCranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Steele's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Steele

4.9
10 ratings, 9 with a written review
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I could not walk
I had a fusion 6 weeks ago and about to start physical therapy and will hopefully get stronger quick. So far the pain is behind me except when I seem to over do it during the day. Nights still painful but hoping it gets better soon. At least I can walk now. I dealt with pain and not able to walk for over 8 years. Maybe I will be able to lose weight back to my normal size now and won’t feel like a sitting blob.
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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Pain almost gone – Feb 28, 2025
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Grateful I found Dr. Steele!
During my first ever visit with Dr. Steele I was very grateful he knew what surgery I needed to fix my back. So the next day he performed my surgery and helped my problem. I had seen other Neurosurgeons and was told my problem was going to get fixed with medications. So I tried to see if that was going to work but found out it was not. After four months of pain and discomforts, I am finally able to sleep more than 1-2 hours at night. I have highly recommended other friends and their family members about seeing Dr. Steele because I know they will have good outcomes as well. His office staff is also so nice and welcoming each time I have come in from the receptionists to his nurse. I really encourage people who are looking for a Neurosurgeon to first see Dr. Steele so you will not waste your time with other doctors.
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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Nancy Alvarez – Jul 30, 2023
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Dr Steele is by far the most pleasant personable delightful Neurosurgeon I had the pleasure to know ! I was referred to him by his senior colleague who had operated on me twice but each time I ended up with complications. Dr Steele took excellent care of me by stabilizing my spine by spinal fusion and got me out of the excruciating pain I was suffering from after my 2 previous surgeries . I highly recommend him to all my friends and family . You rarely find a Neurosurgeon with such a pleasant personality and bedside manners .I was really blessed that my case was turned over to him !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Ghazala Butt, MD – Mar 15, 2023
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Exceptional Surgeon
Let me begin by saying that I can be slightly critical of doctors. However, Dr. Steele is one of those rare doctors who makes you think you are his only patient when he is with you. He has the ability to establish a wonderful doctor/patient comfort zone. Seldom have I encountered a more pleasant and approachable doctor. He listened very patiently and answered all of my questions with additional information if needed. I went from not being able to walk or lift my legs to starting a wonderful recovery after six weeks. He is highly trained and skilled and I am just thankful that he was my surgeon. October, 2022, Darlene D.
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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Dec 01, 2022
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Dr. William Steele My Hero!
When I was referred to Dr. Steele I had been told by five other doctors I was not a surgical candidate. Dr. Steele realized how discouraged I was, how most doctors were not skilled enough to help me in my condition. I was under the care of a pain doctor, thankfully, who kept increasing my pain medicine to help me endure the level of pain I had to endure to keep living each day at age 74. Dr. Steele said the magic words, "I think I can help you". He did it! I am standing straight, getting stronger each day. My pain is diminishing each day as I heal from the very complicated surgery he performed perfectly. Dr. Steele gave me hope and healing for me to know, because of his skill and help, my life will be normal again. I highly recommend Dr. Steele. He accomplished what others knew they could not. Dr. Steel is a great healer. My back condition was near hopeless but Dr. Steel found a way to give me my life back. I am forever grateful for Dr. William Steele III.
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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Mary Stanley – Aug 22, 2022
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Exceptional Surgeon
DR STEELE was through , attentive and very professional. I would highly recommend him. He made sure all of my concerns were addressed . I went in for a procedure on my spine with excruciating uncontrollable pain. I am now pain free thanks to Dr. Steele. He took the time to get to know me and provided me with personalized care so that I could be pain free , continue to be active and be able to get around without assistance.
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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Thurmond S. – May 24, 2022
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The very best!
Dr. Steele and staff are very patient centered. Dr. Steele did not rush me to surgery but ultimately I needed surgery and I so appreciate him for allowing me to take the time to make the very best decision for my health and well being. He is very competent, approachable, and just a great doctor. I am so happy to have his team managing my care. I can’t say enough for the whole office staff. It has made a very unpleasant and scary experience very tolerable.
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
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Apr 29, 2022
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Pain Free Finally
Dr.Steele lll is knowledgeable,understanding, and listens and he made sure that the treatment plan is in line with my goals. He empathize with my condition and has great bed side manners. I was terrified, yet needed relief because I was in severe pain. There’s no words that can express my gratitude except why did I WAIT SO LONG! Trust me when I say he’s the GOAT of Neurosurgeons.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Makeba Faniel – Apr 26, 2022
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Great skilled surgeon a very nice person and has respect for patients. Great bedside manner and listens to patients. Found my back problem and fixed it and now I’m feeling great.
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
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Sep 14, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

My ultimate goal is to improve the quality of life in my patient's lives.  This will typically start with exhausting all conservative management modalities before approaching surgical interventions.  When a patient does need surgery, I always tr

biography

Dr. William J. Steele III is a board eligible neurosurgeon licensed in the state of Texas. He was born in Houston, Texas and raised in Austin where he attended LC Anderson High School. He was first team all-state his senior year in football at...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • Veterans Affairs Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Howard University

    Internship Hospital
  • Smt. Nhl Municipal Medical College

    Medical School
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Dr. Steele is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • North Cypress Medical Center

      21214 Northwest Fwy
      Cypress, TX 77429
      Recipient of 28
      hospital awards

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

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

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