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Cole Tunnell, MD

Interventional Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease

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LanguagesEnglish
Ages SeenGeriatrics, Adults
Hospital Affiliations
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine
  • Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Denton
  • Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano
Insurance Accepted
*Accepted plans and benefits may vary by location.
INSURANCE PLAN
ACCEPTS NEW PATIENTS
Aetna - Aetna Signature Administrators
Aetna - Choice POS II
Aetna - Elect Choice
Aetna - Health Network Only
Aetna - Health Network Option
Aetna - HMO
Aetna - Managed Choice
Aetna - Open Access Elect Choice
Aetna - Open Access HMO
Aetna - Open Access Managed Choice
Aetna - Open Access Select
Aetna - Open Choice PPO
Aetna - QPOS
Aetna - Select SM
Aetna - US Access
Bell County Public Health District - Bell County Public Health District
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Bronze
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Gold
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Silver
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice Plus
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier Open Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Select PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - EFH Retirees
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - Oncor
Blue Cross Blue Shield - ParPlan
Blue Cross Blue Shield - STAR Kids
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Traditional
Brookshire Brothers - Brookshire Brothers Employee Plan (Nexcaliber)
Cigna - CAC Plan
Cigna - Cigna Choice Fund
Cigna - EPO
Cigna - Flexcare
Cigna - HMO
Cigna - HMO Open Access
Cigna - HMO/POS
Cigna - LocalPlus
Cigna - Network
Cigna - Network Open Access
Cigna - Network POS
Cigna - Open Access Plus
Cigna - POS
Cigna - POS Open Access
Cigna - PPO
Consolidated Association of Railroad Employees - Self-Insured Employee Plan
Coventry - Coventry/First Health
Envolve Vision - Envolve Vision
EyeMed Vision - EyeMed Vision
First Health - First Health PPO
Galaxy Health Network - Galaxy Health Network
Gladney Center - Gladney Center
HealthSmart - ACCEL Network
HealthSmart - HealthSmart PPO
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care EPO
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care GEPO
HealthSmart - Preferred Network
Humana Behavioral - Tricare Members Only
Humana - ChoiceCare
Humana - ChoiceCare Preferred Network
Humana - Commercial HMO Plans
Humana - Commercial PPO Plans
Humana - National POS
Imagine Health - EPN
Independent Medical Systems - IMS Network
Magellan - CHIP
Magellan - Navigator Networks
Magellan - Pinnacle Networks
Magellan - STAR
Magellan - STAR Kids
Magellan - Summit Networks
Medicaid - AmeriGroup
Medicaid - Oklahoma Medicaid
Medicaid - Parkland HealthFirst
Medicaid - Superior HealthPlan
Medicaid - Traditional Medicaid
Medical Development International - MDI
Medicare Railroad - Medicare Railroad
Medicare - Traditional Medicare
Midland Memorial Hospital - Employee Benefit Plan
Mother Frances Hospital Regional - Self-Insured Employee Plan
OccuNet - Occupational Networks of Texas, Inc.
Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
PHCS Network - Beech Street of Texas PPO
PHCS Network - Private Health Care SYstem PPO
Reny Company - Workers Comp
Rockport - Workers Comp
Sedgwick Preferred Network f/k/a Southwest Medical - Workers Comp
Superior Vision - Superior Vision
Superior - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
Superior - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
Superior - CHIP
Superior - CHIP Perinate
Superior - Foster Care
Superior - STAR
Three Rivers Network - Three Rivers Network
Tricare - Tricare Extra
Tricare - Tricare Prime
Tricare - Tricare Select
TriWest - VA-PCCC
United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
UnitedHealth - AARP Medicare Complete
UnitedHealth - Charter EPO
UnitedHealth - Charter HMO
UnitedHealth - Charter POS
UnitedHealth - CHIP
UnitedHealth - Choice EPO
UnitedHealth - Choice HMO
UnitedHealth - Choice Plus POS
UnitedHealth - Core EPO
UnitedHealth - Core HMO
UnitedHealth - Dual Complete Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth - Group Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth - Medicare Complete
UnitedHealth - Medicare Gold
UnitedHealth - Medicare Silver
UnitedHealth - Navigate EPO
UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO
UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO+
UnitedHealth - Navigate POS
UnitedHealth - Nexus ACO OA
UnitedHealth - PPO
UnitedHealth - Secure Horizons
UnitedHealth - Select EPO
UnitedHealth - Select HMO
UnitedHealth - Select Plus POS
UnitedHealth - STAR
UnitedHealth - STAR Kids
UnitedHealth - STAR+PLUS
UnitedHealth - UHC West Signature Value Gated HMO
University Mary Hardin - Baylor-Employee Benefit Plan
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Background

Education
  • Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals (2013)
  • Internship: Internal Medicine, The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine (2014)
  • Residency: Internal Medicine, The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine (2016)
  • Fellowship: Cardiovascular Disease, The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine (2019)
  • Fellowship: Interventional Cardiology, University of Oklahoma Health Science Center (2021)
Certifications
  • Cardiovascular Disease - American Board of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Disease
  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Med
  • Interventional Cardiology - American Board of Internal Med/Interventional Cardiology
Industry Relationships

Physicians who are not employed, contracted with administrative duties or performing research with Baylor Scott & White Health are not required to report relationships and activities with industry partners such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies (collectively referred to as Industry). Information regarding these relationships is therefore not available on this page. However, patients may visit CMS’ Open Payments Database for more information, and should feel free to speak with their physician about relationships with Industry.

Reviews (229) for Cole Tunnell, MD

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Sep 13, 2023
Very down to earth, easy to communicate with, and smart.
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Sep 12, 2023
Professional and approachable. I felt like he really took the time to listen to and thoroughly answer all of my questions.
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Sep 9, 2023
Very detailed
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Sep 8, 2023
Explains conditions very well.
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Sep 4, 2023
Very detailed in explanations without alarming patient. Great bedside manner.
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Sep 3, 2023
Great clinic and great doctors! Listens and explains thoroughly.
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Aug 31, 2023
Very professional and patient
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Aug 30, 2023
Very nice. Didn't rush me and discussed things with me.
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Aug 29, 2023
Dr.Tunnell is very attentive and respectful of my opinions and concerns.
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Aug 25, 2023
Easy to talk to.
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Aug 25, 2023
Dr. Tunnell is awesome! He is very knowledgeable, down to earth, listens to the patient and includes them in their care. Honestly, he is a breath of fresh air as a healthcare provider.
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Aug 24, 2023
He's a great listener and very compassionate.
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Aug 24, 2023
Excellent Doctor professional, friendly, and kind.
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Aug 23, 2023
Having been too many doctors offices over my almost 80 year life I would rate this among the best in all matters. I especially appreciate the amount of time Dr tunnel spent with my wife and I couldn't be happier
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Aug 22, 2023
Very good
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Aug 20, 2023
Professional and very knowledgeable. Answered all my questions very well. I'm very pleased with this doctor patient relationship.
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Aug 19, 2023
Very pleasant and easy to talk to.
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Aug 19, 2023
Dr. Tanelle is a lovely man. My husband and I adore him. He is thorough, thoughtful, patient, answers, all of our questions, reassuring and so much more. He remembered that we each had a son and we were so delighted by that. What a great guy. We are privileged to have him as our doctor!
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Aug 16, 2023
I felt like I was part of the family the way they treated me. I was treated awesome.
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Aug 15, 2023
Easily understood, works with me, listens
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Aug 12, 2023
He listened to my concerns & laid out a treatment plan
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Aug 12, 2023
Confident and professional.
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Aug 12, 2023
He communicates extremely well with empathy and confidence but still doesn't hold back.
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Aug 10, 2023
I love coming to Dr. Tunnels. He is very personable, treats you like a person. He uses words you can understand and he makes you feel like he cares about you and your well being. I recommend him to everyone!!
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Aug 9, 2023
The best!
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Aug 8, 2023
Careful and thorough review of tests and file, discussion of diagnosis, prognosis and options. Answers questions from patient
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Aug 4, 2023
Dr.Coke Tunnell is a very caring doctor. He is very knowledgeable and kind to his patients. He treats his patients with utmost care during phone conversation and office visits. He is very patient answering questions. He is the best cardiologist!!!
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Aug 3, 2023
Knowledgable of my history and listened to my needs.
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Aug 3, 2023
Personable, seems to really care about his patients and asks all the right questions and gives great medical advice.
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Jul 31, 2023
Very knowledgeable and took time to address any and all questions I had
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Jul 31, 2023
Last year Dr Tunnell treated me due to fluid around the heart. He saved my life and I am forever grateful. His bedside manor and compassion over the top and am lucky to have him as my primary and only cardiologist
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Jul 29, 2023
The front office staff are an exceptional group of young ladies and very helpful. Dr. Tunnell's nurse is very sweet and caring also as is Dr. Tunnell. He takes the time necessary to go over your chart and asks questions to make sure he is aware of anything that may have changed since the last visit.
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Jul 27, 2023
I really like Dr. Tunnel. He is pleasant to talk to and he explains things!
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Jul 27, 2023
Professional, knowledgeable, personable, courteous
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Jul 26, 2023
Excellent
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Jul 23, 2023
Very attentive and listened to all my concerns
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Jul 23, 2023
Dr. Tunnell is very easy to talk with about my concerns. He listens closely to my questions and provides detailed answers. I feel he focuses on the patient in a manner that many do not any longer. Because of the way he explains everything to me, it builds my confidence in Dr. Tunnell as a provider.
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Jul 23, 2023
Dr. Tunnell Is an exceptional provider. He Is professional, respectful, thorough, and compassionate. I would definitely refer others to his practice.
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Jul 23, 2023
The best
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Jul 22, 2023
Great listener and good on giving options along with being pleasant as a provider. Thank you Dr. Tunnell!
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Jul 21, 2023
He is very kind an caring. He is very thorough in his treatment. He was very careful to make certain he covered all my issues.
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Jul 20, 2023
Very personable and caring
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Jul 18, 2023
Dr Tunnel is great. Inform me in a way I understood about my procedure. The entire team from receptionist to the surgical team and floor were great. Met my eveyneed. Including calling the nurse to do do my IV since I am a hard stick.
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Jul 18, 2023
Great
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Jul 13, 2023
He had a LONG DAY but took an amazing amount of time with me as of I was his only patient. I was very impressed!
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Jul 13, 2023
Attentive to my questions. Knowledgeable.
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Jul 13, 2023
Excellent, took his time and listened to my concerns, explained my results as a result I am very confident in my decision to change physicians.
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Jul 11, 2023
Good treatment
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Jul 10, 2023
Dr. Tunnell has a very caring manner that promotes trust and explains and answers all questions. Excellent!
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Jul 8, 2023
He looked me in the eye as he spoke to me, did not stay focused on the computer screen. He was nice, easy to talk to, understood my concerns. I had seen an older cardiologist at the same practice a few years ago, wasn't personable so was glad to see someone else.
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Jul 6, 2023
He takes the time to fully answer my questions in a way that I understand. I'm grateful for that.
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Jul 6, 2023
Genuinely interested and concerned about his patients
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Jul 5, 2023
Efficient and friendly
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Jul 5, 2023
He always listens , great bedside manners
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Jul 3, 2023
Everything was good.
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Jul 3, 2023
Very knowledgeable and listens well!
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Jul 2, 2023
He is wonderful. Takes time with you explains everything So kind and understanding
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Jul 1, 2023
He listened, he discussed recommendations, and asked if I was agreeable to his recommendations. He included my opinion
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Jun 29, 2023
Actually listens compassionately to all of my complaints. Able to decipher ADHD rambling into the pertinent points. So incredibly glad I was referred to this man for my cardiology care!
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Jun 28, 2023
Everyone was super nice and the doctor was very upbeat and kind
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Jun 27, 2023
Very nice Dr who took the time to discuss my issues and was very helpful
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Jun 24, 2023
Knowledgeable, listens well and considers all factors without dismissing anything, efficient but not hurried.
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Jun 23, 2023
Professional, knowledgeable and caring. Willing to listen to my concerns and providing suggestions
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Jun 23, 2023
Timely and efficient
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Jun 23, 2023
This provider was extremely informative
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Jun 21, 2023
Dr. Tunnell was friendly and explained anything I didn't understand. I didn't feel rushed.
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Jun 21, 2023
Dr. Tunnell is outstanding. He speaks plainly and understandably. Wish all doctors were like him.
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Jun 19, 2023
The office is professional and pleasant. The Dr takes time to talk to you and listen to your concerns. Very personal and professional.
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Jun 17, 2023
Very friendly and compassionate
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Jun 17, 2023
The Dr. Informed me fully.
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Jun 17, 2023
It was a good and professional experience, my questions were answered I would recommend
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Jun 17, 2023
Dr. Tunnell was very informative and patient. He explained everything in detail and made sure I understood my health. Didn't once feel rushed or just another patient. He truly cared about figuring out what was occurring with my health. Great doctor!
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Jun 16, 2023
Very knowledgeable. Very Professional. Very thorough.
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Jun 16, 2023
Dr. Tunnell is fully present and listens very well. He reads the chart BEFORE coming into the room. He engages in a personable and caring manner.
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Jun 16, 2023
Front desk staff friendly and knowledgable, Dr. Tunnel was on time and very knowledgable, caring and patient listening to my concerns.
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Jun 16, 2023
Caring and competent
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Jun 14, 2023
Dr.Cole is one of the best doctors I've seen and he has my complete confidence.
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Jun 13, 2023
Colt was a very good listener I felt that he was very concerned about not only with my physical well being but my mental well being he patiently listened to my concerns an he took the time to explain an illustrate my situation in a way that I understood
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Jun 13, 2023
Calm, informative and provided realistic options
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Jun 12, 2023
I can't say enough good things about him. I'm 70 and have a lot of experience with doctors. He's the best combination of knowledgeable, caring, listening, and explaining. I highly recommend him
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Jun 12, 2023
Very kind and professional doctor. Takes time to explain and is interested in what the patient has to say.
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Jun 12, 2023
Dr Tunnels was very pleasant and friendly he listened to all of my questions and concerns, answered them all throughly and in a way that I could understand. I was comfortable talking to him and trust that he will provide me with the best treatment plan for my health condition.
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Jun 10, 2023
Awesome Dr., very knowledgeable
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Jun 10, 2023
Very sweet and explained everything in detail. Took his time and made me feel part of the treatment plan. I left less worried and know I'm in good hands!
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Jun 9, 2023
Excellent
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Jun 4, 2023
Great
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May 26, 2023
Dr Tunnel explained everything...he was extremely patient and honest while I was asking questions
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May 26, 2023
He listened, explained and let me be involved in my care. He asked questions and answered mine. He was professional, caring, knowledgeable. A breath of fresh air. I couldn't be more pleased.
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May 23, 2023
Great
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May 23, 2023
Super nice guy. Identified my problem right away and took action. Great bedside manner.
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May 23, 2023
Very professional explained everything great bed side manner!!
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May 22, 2023
Doctor was sincere and he kindly instructed me what he will do for my health. Staff person was also kind.
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May 22, 2023
Good listener. Asked good questions. Listen to my input and interacted in a comfortable, professional manner.
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May 21, 2023
Professional, helped me understand my EKG. Very patient and considerate.
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May 15, 2023
Staff and doctor are very professional and compassionate. I was nervous and scared but they put me at ease. I received excellent care
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May 13, 2023
We are soo happy with Dr. Tunnell!! He is patient, listens closely, reassuring, thorough, knd and personable
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May 12, 2023
He is relatable and I understand his answers to my questions. He does not make me feel like my qurstions are silly
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May 11, 2023
Pleasant conversation, clarified my questions, excellent staff assistance.
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May 11, 2023
I found Dr. Tunnell to be personable. He answered my questions and concerns and helped to get additional testing needed before my upcoming surgery. Givem the opportunity, I would definitely recommend him to friends and family.
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May 6, 2023
Dr Tunnell was a new Dr for me and my first cardiologist.He made me feel very comfortable and explained all issues to me!
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May 5, 2023
Dr. Tunnell is caring, compassionate and knowledgeable. He also values your time and is always prompt. He listens to your concerns and answers questions and never makes it seem as if he's rushing you out.
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May 3, 2023
Dr. Tunnell remembers my prior input and answers my questions. Very personable. I feel like I'm getting state of the art care.
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May 2, 2023
Excellent communication.
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May 1, 2023
Knowledgeable & professional
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May 1, 2023
He went over some options with me and answered my questions.
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Apr 28, 2023
Dr. Tunnell is extremely knowledgeable in the cardiac field. His mythology to take all aspects of the concern and lifestyle was outstanding.
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Apr 26, 2023
Took time to listen to my concerns and discuss the options
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Apr 26, 2023
Dr. Tunnel was the ultimate professional. Informative and concerned not only about my medical issue but also my standard of living.
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Apr 24, 2023
Went very well. He explained things very well.
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Apr 22, 2023
Very caring!
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Apr 22, 2023
He is very caring and compassionate!
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Apr 16, 2023
He was able to get my issue corrected quickly and concerned for follow up on new issues found.
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Apr 12, 2023
Efficient office. Everything you want to happen quickly did. When the doctor came in I had time to spend with him going through my medical history and recent issues.
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Apr 12, 2023
A down to earth type guy that is professional and relates in words that I understand. Dr. Tunnell makes you feel comfortable and doesn't rush through my visits with him.My contact with all the staff personnel, from the front desk to the nurses make me feel comfortable. Everyone makes a favorable Impression.
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Apr 11, 2023
He was very personable and caring.
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Apr 11, 2023
Very personable, showed care and concern, did not type on the computer while speaking with me, provided detailed explanations. A very positive experience. One of the very best in recent times!
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Apr 11, 2023
Great job and good results
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Apr 6, 2023
Nice professional knowledgeable caring
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Apr 5, 2023
Thorough and personable
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Apr 5, 2023
He thoroughly discussed everything related to my situation and explained his reasoning for additional tests. He offered more than once to answer any questions I might have.
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Apr 4, 2023
Hands down, the best doctor I've ever seen! He's very attentive, compassionate, and personal. So thankful!!
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Mar 29, 2023
He took time to explain everything
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Mar 27, 2023
Doctor Tunnell is pleasant and thorough. The office staff is particularly helpful.
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Mar 26, 2023
Very nice, calm, and quick to decisions
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