Dr. Daniel C. Hood, MD | Battle Creek, MI | Neurologist

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Dr. Daniel Hood is a neurologist with nearly four decades of experience treating conditions of the nervous system. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F E Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center. With 39 years in practice, Dr. Hood brings extensive expertise to his patients. He speaks English.

Dr. Hood practices at Select Specialty Hospital Battle Creek and Bronson Methodist Hospital, serving patients in Battle Creek and Kalamazoo, Michigan. He specializes in diagnosing and treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens. His expertise includes performing electromyogram and nerve conduction studies to evaluate nerve function. Patients have given Dr. Hood an average rating of 4.2 stars on Vitals.

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4.2

20 Ratings
39 years of experience
36 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Wilford Hall Medical Center
12 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Hood's Ratings and Reviews

4.2

20 Ratings with 12 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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Takes time to answer your questions.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 22nd, 2019

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He responded very quickly to my need for surgery on a meningioma. I have never had better physician caring. I think his sense of humor is really to put patients at ease, as underneath it all he is a pretty serious guy!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 17th, 2019

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Dr Hood confirmed for me that I do not have Parkinson's...offered me a med for my essential tremors. I have had only one visit. His PA checked me first...she was very good as well...everyone in the office was caring, helpful.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 30th, 2018

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Learned nothing from this visit and had waited 6 weeks for the appointment. He came in, sat down on the exam table and smirked at every question or comment. We came away not knowing what he was trying to say.

September 17th, 2018

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Very smug, dismissive, and unhelpful.

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

July 12th, 2018

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I have never met a more insecure, incompetent Doctor. I have never been so disgusted with any doctor as i have with Daniel C. HOOD. He will undermine, dismiss, and treat you like garbage. I HIGHLY advice you to get a different neurologist.

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

June 1st, 2018

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I was a Parkinson's patient of Dr. Hood's for two years. He confirmed my PP's diagnosis. I found him to be compassionate, patient as well as knowledgeable. His easy going manner put me at ease and I was amazed at the time he took to listen and ask me questions. Dr. Hood has a fun sense of humor. He did a great job of figuring out the right combination of medications that work for me-- and I did not respond well at first to the introduction of medication. The folks at the University of Michigan Movement Disorders Clinic agreed that I am well managed and wouldn't change anything Dr. Hood and I are doing. Dr. Hood even has a small library at the office and gave me books to read. Going for appointments there was a better experience than any other medical appointment I have had--anywhere. It will be difficult to find another doctor in my new location in Texas who can really take his place.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 8th, 2018

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He was okay. Was suppose to give me the results right after test and he just walked out. I felt he was too busy to give me that little bit.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 30th, 2017

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Spends quality time with patient. Good Listener. Gets to point. Asks realistic questions. Cares for the patient.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 13th, 2015

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It's nice that he's been following up and moving towards knowing how to treat me so quickley.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 27th, 2011

Dr. Daniel Cooper Hood

3035 Capital Ave SWBattle Creek, MI 49015

Bronson Methodist Hospital

601 John StKalamazoo, MI 49007

Tel: (269) 341-7654


Dr. Daniel Cooper Hood, MD	Dr. Shan Patel, PsyD	Dr. Cinthi Pillai, MD	Dr. Valrie Biggs Honablue, MD
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (20 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	2.8 (8 Ratings)
39 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati	Speaks English	Speaks English
Battle Creek , MI	Tampa , FL	New York , NY	Wyandotte , MI
Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine		Med School: Newcastle University UK	Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
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Neurology

Alzheimer's Disease
Electroencephalography (EEG)
Electromyography
Epilepsy
Headache
Migraine Disorder
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Nerve Conduction Studies
Stroke

Dr. Daniel Cooper Hood holds an active medical license in the state of Michigan.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Michigan.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Hood's NPI number is 1639127970.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Daniel Hood affiliated with?: Dr. Daniel Hood is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Battle Creek.
Is Dr. Daniel Hood accepting new patients?: Dr. Daniel Hood has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Does Dr. Daniel Hood accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Daniel Hood has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Daniel Hood's office located?: Dr. Daniel Hood's office is located at 3035 Capital Ave SW, Battle Creek, MI, 49015.

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