Dr. Donald W. Whitaker, MD | Fort Walton Beach, FL | Obstetrician-Gynecologist

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Dr. Donald Whitaker treats high-risk pregnancy, fibrocystic breasts, and dysmenorrhea, and performs fetal ultrasound and nonstress tests. He has practiced obstetrics and gynecology for 33 years and is affiliated with HCA Florida Fort Walton Destin Hospital. He speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Whitaker earned his medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine and sees patients in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Whitaker 4.21 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.2

197 Ratings
33 years of experience
55 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine
105 written reviews
1 specialty
11 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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4.2

197 Ratings with 105 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (130) Did WellNeeds Improvement (22)
Had a good bedside manner: (130) Did WellNeeds Improvement (22)
Spent time with me: (129) Did WellNeeds Improvement (22)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (129) Did WellNeeds Improvement (22)
Flexible scheduling: (126) Did WellNeeds Improvement (21)
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I gotta say Dr. Whitaker is by far the best OBGYN in fwb. I’m currently pregnant with my 2nd child and I have Dr. Whitaker as my doc! I have heard stories about him, people saying if you can try to get with doc Whitaker, I always wondered why and now I know! He goes above and beyond, very caring, and funny! He is definitely hard to book with but I promise you, you are definitely in good hands with him! I have never met a doc like him. He definitely isn’t just a doc that cares about money he actually cares about his patients needs and concerns! Great guy, definitely a great doc!

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January 17th, 2024

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What a man, what a man, what a man What a mighty good man Gotta say it again now What a man, what a man, what a man What a mighty good man He's a mighty mighty good man What a man, what a man, what a man What a mighty good man Yes he is Ladies….. look no further! DW is by far the best dr in the area. He’s patient, professional, silly and sweet.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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January 13th, 2024

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Been a patient of Dr Whitaker for 15+ years and have never been disappointed. He is very through and takes his time determining the best medical care for each of his patients. He has delivered both my daughters, niece, and cousins babies. My whole family goes to him for our GYN n OB services. His staff is kind and Courteous I highly recommend Dr. Whitaker to anyone seeking medical care.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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January 13th, 2024

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Steer clear. They will bill you for hundreds of dollars for canceling a procedure even a week in advance!!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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January 12th, 2024

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I have seen Whitaker for years and I tried for a baby forever! After talking to him and choosing what path was best I was pregnant within 3 months!! He delivered a healthy happy baby in 2017, another in 2019 and I’m currently pregnant and will deliver later this year!! I wouldn’t see anyone else, I love him and how he explains each way to go in any decision you need to make. The staff seems to be constantly revolving but that is everywhere now days!! Whitaker deserves 10 stars not just 5 I’ve referred my whole family to him ??

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

July 20th, 2022

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Dr. Whitaker is absolutely the best doctor. He makes you feel comfortable, is professional and has an amazing personality. Dr. Whitaker has been my doctor for 10 years and I can’t imagine seeing another doctor. It literally doesn’t get any better then him.

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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

January 14th, 2021

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Handles everything you have going on wrong in your body. Knows your body inside and out....Love him.

June 26th, 2020

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I have had 3 babies since Dr. Whitaker untied my tubes. I am very happy.

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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

March 16th, 2019

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If I could give Doctor Whitaker the “stars” he deserves I’d give him all the stars in the entire universe. This man is extremely talented, a genius, and so trustworthy. I would never see anyone else for my woman’s health issues. He is one in a billion

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

January 17th, 2019

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He has delievered 2 babies via cesection. I just delivered on the 3rd of Augand he took very good care of me the whole way thru. I had complicated one due to it being my 6th baby and 4th csection. It did everything to insure my safety and babies. Feel blessed to know he was my Dr. Thank you sir.

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

August 7th, 2018

Whitaker Donald Office

924 Mar Walt DrFort Walton Beach, FL 32547

Tel: (850) 863-1000

Mon7:45 am - 4:00 pm

Tue7:45 am - 4:00 pm

Wed7:45 am - 4:00 pm

Thu7:45 am - 4:00 pm

Fri7:45 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Fort Walton Beach Medical Center

1000 Mar Walt DrFort Walton Beach, FL 32547

Tel: (850) 862-1111


Dr. Donald William Whitaker, MD	Rebecca Taurel, APRN-C	Lenora Stanley	Bethany C Tonguis
Obstetrics & Gynecology	Obstetrics & Gynecology	Nurse Practitioner	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.2 (197 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
33 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, English
Fort Walton Beach , FL	Miami , FL	Eglin Afb , FL	FORT WALTON BEACH , FL
Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Obstetrics & Gynecology

Birth Control
C-section
Child Birth
Infertility
Menopause
Menstrual Pain
Pap Smear
Pelvic Exam
Pelvic Pain
Pregnancy
Women's Health

Dr. Donald William Whitaker holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Whitaker's NPI number is 1518901479.

Elaine Susan Wilson
Nurse Practitioner
| Eglin Afb, FL
(0)
Dr. Daniel Stefan Micsunescu, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
20 Years Exp | Eglin Afb, FL
(0)
Dr. Kathryn Anne Stevens, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
29 Years Exp | Fort Walton Beach, FL
(15)
Dr. Karl W Metz, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
| Fort Walton Beach, FL
(10)
Dr. James Elvis Mills
Obstetrics & Gynecology
66 Years Exp | Defuniak Springs, FL
(0)
Dr. Brian Anton Vroon
Obstetrics & Gynecology
32 Years Exp | Eglin Afb, FL
(1)
Dr. Yvonne M Sculley, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
28 Years Exp | Eglin AFB, FL
(0)
Dr. Barbara Leiko Woolley, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
49 Years Exp | Fort Walton Beach, FL
(5)
Dr. Natalie Yazdani Tidwell, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
21 Years Exp | Niceville, FL
(0)
Dr. Carol Ann Schumacher, DO
Family Medicine
48 Years Exp | Shalimar, FL
(0)

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