Locations of David Thomas Arnold, MD

Biography


Dr. Arnold has been performing general surgery procedures for the last 23 years. He enjoys taking care of all patients who require surgery, ranging from outpatient procedures to complex inpatient ... cases. Robotic donor nephrectomy is becoming a large part of his practice, and he finds that to be very fulfilling.


In his free time, Dr. Arnold enjoys traveling, snow skiing and golf.

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Language(s) Spoken
English
Education
Education: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (1996)
Internship: Surgery, Baylor University Medical Center (1997)
Residency: Surgery, Baylor University Medical Center (2002)
Certifications
General Surgery- American Board of Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Dallas
Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation - Dallas
Baylor Scott & White Surgicare - North Dallas
Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Denton

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Patient Ratings (65)

The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey .

4.9 overall patient satisfaction
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5.0
Rate Care Provider
5.0
Provider showed concern
4.9
Time Care Provider spent with Patient
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
5.0
Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider
4.8
Wait Time at Clinic

Patient Comments (39)

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Patients appreciate

Patients consistently praise Dr. Arnold for his exceptional communication skills, compassion, and ability to make them feel at ease. Many reviewers highlight his willingness to thoroughly explain procedures, answer all questions, and ensure patients leave appointments feeling informed and confident. His bedside manner is frequently described as warm, caring, and personable, with multiple patients noting that he truly listens and demonstrates genuine concern for their well-being. Several reviewers also commend his surgical skill and expertise, with repeat patients specifically returning to him based on prior successful outcomes. His staff also receives positive mentions for being pleasant and professional.

Patients also share

The reviews offer very little in the way of criticism. One reviewer noted that pain management following surgery felt inadequate for the type of procedure performed. This was the only specific concern raised across all reviews, and no other patients echoed this sentiment.

Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.