Dr. Steven C. Zielinski, MD | Waco, TX | Neurosurgeon

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Dr. Zielinski focuses on a conservative approach whenever possible, but is a highly skilled surgeon and can handle complex neurological issues, when needed, via surgery.

accepting new patients
4.7

332 Ratings
31 years of experience
26 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, French
The American Board of Neurological Surgeons
76 written reviews
1 specialty
13 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Zielinski's Ratings and Reviews

4.7

332 Ratings with 76 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 6 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (259) Did WellNeeds Improvement (9)
Had a good bedside manner: (255) Did WellNeeds Improvement (10)
Spent time with me: (260) Did WellNeeds Improvement (11)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (257) Did WellNeeds Improvement (12)
Flexible scheduling: (263) Did WellNeeds Improvement (8)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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I tried to get my elderly brother in law an appointment but the NON ENGLISH speaking people that you have to speak to that is some call center somewhere is ridiculous! And then the appointment had to be nearly 8 weeks out.

July 26th, 2024

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He really did right by me.

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

March 23rd, 2021

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Should not even get a star....Horrible nurse and front office Argue with you and its there way or no way. Getting in is horrible. He goes to some many locations and a once a month visit is what u get if that. Requested medical records by phone no they said to request by mail, I did and now 3 months later now records, He rushes you in and believe me I have been too a lot of doctors in my time and he is not good and the staff also.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

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

October 8th, 2020

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The office staff is great. The doctor went over everything and made sure my questions were answered. The technology he uses is fantastic. I could not ask for more.

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

July 12th, 2020

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Dr. Z really took his time and showed me my films. I did not understand but he explained it. He is great!

June 22nd, 2020

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He has some new surgery stuff that Noone else has. Amazing!

June 18th, 2020

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Dr Z is very professional and takes time to really explain things.

March 4th, 2020

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I am in no pain. What more do I need to say!

February 25th, 2020

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Dr. Z really helped me. He deserves 10 stars!

February 19th, 2020

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I cannot thank this man enough. He really made a difference for me and got me back to living my life. I was in a lot of pain and his surgery really helped me. Even after I was feeling great he followed me in his office and did x-rays to make sure things were ok. The attention to detail is fantastic. Thank you Dr. Z!

February 17th, 2020

Texas Spine and Neurosurgery

4515 Lake Shore DrWaco, TX 76710

Tel: (844) 633-8379

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Steven Christophe Zielinski, MD	Dr. Vishal J. Patel, MD	Dr. Damiano G. Barone, MD, PhD, FRCS	Dr. Christopher Sy, MD
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (332 Ratings)	5 (6 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)	5 (23 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, French	Speaks English	Speaks Italian, English	Speaks English
Waco , TX	Houston , TX	Houston , TX	Sugar Land , TX
Med School: McGill University	Med School: University of Texas Medical Branch	Med School: University of Naples Federico II, Napoli NA, Italy	Med School: Wayne State University School of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at The American Board of Neurological Surgeons in 2006 and Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 2003.

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford University in 2002.

Medical School

Graduated from McGill University in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Zielinski's NPI number is 1205871951.

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