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Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery Plano
Gender
M
Languages
English
Education
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston - Medical Education - 1995
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Surgery Program - Residency - 2000
Bio
Dr. Taylor is a Dallas native and has built a strong reputation for caring, compassion and excellence in his field. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and he specializes in all forms of breast disease and general surgery.
Dr. Taylor currently serves as Director of the All About Life Breast Health Center. The treatment philosophy at All About Life doesn’t just focus on the body, but it addresses the mind and spirit as well. He works diligently to make sure the center provides its patients with anything and everything they need to deal with any breast health issues.
Dr. Taylor has patients that have traveled both in and out of state for his expertise in surgery. His practice philosophy is that patients need to be empowered by a physician who acts as a partner.
Dr. Taylor has been named one of D Magazine’s “Best Doctors in Dallas” from 2006 – 2013.
Dr. Taylor is the Chairman of the American Society of Breast Surgeons Continuing Medical Education program, and he also sits on the board of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. He sits on the Texas Health Resources and Texas Medical Association’s Continuing Medical Education Committees. Dr. Taylor is also the Medical Director for Impedimed, which is the world leader in the development and distribution of medical devices utilizing bioimpedance spectroscopy (BIS), used in the early detection of Lymphedema.
Accepted Insurance
= Accepting New Patients
6 Degrees-Fort Worth Firefighters
Aetna Medicare Adv
Aetna TX HealthAetna
Ambetter-ACA/Marketplace
American Health Advantage
BCBS Blue Advantage HMO(ACA)
BCBS Blue Choice PPO
BCBS Blue Essentials (HMO Blue)
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage HMO
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage PPO
BCBS MyBlueHealth
Care N Care Medicare Adv
Cigna Commercial
Cigna Medicare Adv HMO
Cigna Medicare Adv PPO
Coventry First Health
Galaxy
HealthFirst TPA-Ardent Health Services
HealthSmart
Humana ChoiceCare Commercial
Humana HMO PPO Medicare Adv
Medicare Dallas
Medicare Railroad
Medicare Rest Of Texas
Medicare Tarrant
Molina Medicaid Chip
Molina Medicaid Star Plans
Molina Medicare Adv
PHCS Multiplan
ProCare Advantage Medicare HMO
QuickTrip
Self-pay
Superior Medicaid Chip Plans
Superior Medicaid Star Plans
Superior Medicare Adv/Wellcare by Allwell
Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
TriWest (BCBS)
Tricare Humana Military
UHC AARP Medicare Adv
UHC Commercial
USA Commercial PPO
WellCare Medicare HMO/PPO
WellPoint Medicaid(Formerly Amerigroup)
WellPoint Medicare Adv(Formerly Amerigroup)
Reviews
Rating Breakdown
Reviews are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. For more information about the survey please visit the About Our Survey page.
Question Breakdown
4.9
Rate provider 0-10
4.9
Recommend this provider office
5.0
Provider showed concern
4.9
Provider explained things clearly
4.9
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Ease of scheduling appointments
4.9
Ease of contacting
Patient Reviews
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Comments
4.9 out of 5 (113 Ratings, 43 Comments)
4.3
Feb 2024
Everyone was kinf and considerate
4.3
Feb 2024
All good
5.0
Feb 2024
Very professional in all regards
5.0
Feb 2024
Dr. Taylor is amazing. So thankful I was referred to him. He is kind and very unfit and caring. He took time to answer all my questions.
5.0
Feb 2024
All the staff were friendly and helpful. [...]
5.0
Feb 2024
It was just a quick follow up
5.0
Feb 2024
My only complaint was the long wait for my 3:30 appt
4.7
Feb 2024
Not bad... The doctor communicated my situation to me very clearly and was very clear and sincere, he spoke the truth.
5.0
Feb 2024
Good experience.
5.0
Feb 2024
Good.
4.5
Feb 2024
Best of the best!
5.0
Feb 2024
Clear-cut plan of action.
5.0
Feb 2024
Everything went smoothly.
5.0
Feb 2024
All good
5.0
Jan 2024
Good experience
4.9
Jan 2024
Love Dr. Taylor and his group, all friendly professional, informed, make you feel like you are good hands!
4.9
Jan 2024
All good
5.0
Jan 2024
Really felt staff cared and were totally attentive.
4.8
Jan 2024
I have only had 1 visit but the doctor and staff were great. Dr Taylor said he would personally call me with the CAT scan results and he did. Not too often does a doctor personally, but Dr Taylor did.
4.8
Jan 2024
Considering I didn't like why I was there the experience was very good. Dr Taylor came into the room with a definitive plan on how we were going to proceed.
5.0
Jan 2024
Everyone was helpful and concerned for my health. Very courteous and professional
5.0
Jan 2024
Dr Taylor and his staff are wonderful!
5.0
Jan 2024
Dr.Taylor and his staff were all very nice. I was very informed and felt very cared for. Getting an appointment was easy and convenient. I would highly recommend Dr. Taylor and his team!!!
5.0
Jan 2024
Excellent experience with Dr. Taylor, his staff and both facilities that I was seen at. I felt very comfortable and informed!
5.0
Jan 2024
Medical staff was very helpful. Answered my questions and took my concerns seriously.
5.0
Jan 2024
The visit with Dr. Taylor was good and everyone was nice,
5.0
Jan 2024
All staff very happy and welcoming Made me feel appreciated
5.0
Jan 2024
All Great
5.0
Jan 2024
Dr Taylor and his nurses/assistants are kind, caring and very professional.
5.0
Jan 2024
Dr Taylor and staff are top notch. He is kind and compassionate and answers all questions with confidence and concern. His staff is caring and compassionate and efficient.
5.0
Dec 2023
Good experience
5.0
Dec 2023
Good experience
5.0
Dec 2023
Excellent experience
5.0
Dec 2023
Very pleased and grateful for all the skilled health workers
5.0
Dec 2023
He is always very caring, and and takes time to explain everything!!
5.0
Dec 2023
Very compassionate and kind
5.0
Dec 2023
Doctor Taylor was very informative with all my questions and concerns
5.0
Dec 2023
Dr. Taylor is always open to any questions or concerns I have. He is polite and professional.
5.0
Dec 2023
Good experience
5.0
Nov 2023
Always excellent
5.0
Nov 2023
Explained my options clear and easy.
5.0
Nov 2023
Team work
5.0
Nov 2023
Dr. Taylor could not have been more caring and at the same time most professional