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Dr. David Baskin, MD

Neurological Spine Surgery*
4.6 (66)
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. David Baskin, MD

Dr. David Baskin, MD is a Neurological Spine Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Neurological Spine Surgery, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurosurgery. They graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital. Dr. Baskin, completed a residency at University Calif. Patients rated Dr. Baskin an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Baskin works at Houston Methodist Department of Neurosurgery in Houston, TX. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    6445 Main St Fl 24, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 441-3800

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    About Dr. David Baskin, MD

    Specialties*
    • Neurological Spine Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 46 years of experience
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    • English, Spanish
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1215962485
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of California at San Francisco
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    Residency
    • University Calif
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    Internship
    • University of California, San Francisco - San Francisco, CA
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    Medical Education
    • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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    Board Certifications
    • Neurosurgery
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Houston Methodist Hospital
    • Houston Methodist West Hospital

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    Dr. Baskin works at Houston Methodist Department of Neurosurgery in Houston, TX. View the full address on Dr. Baskin’s profile.

    66 patients have reviewed Dr. Baskin. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Baskin.

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