Next available appointments
Times may vary. Displayed times are for in-person visits. Additional times may be available for both new and current patients.
Thu, 12/18
- 3:30 PM
Tue, 1/06
- 11:30 AM
Thu, 1/08
- 9:00 AM
- 9:30 AM
- 10:00 AM
Locations of David Lee Dawson, MD

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
2401 S 31st St , Temple, TX, 76508- Monday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Friday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
Office Hours
Biography
| Language(s) Spoken |
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| English |
| Education |
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| Medical School: MD, University of Southern California (1985) |
| Residency: General Surgery, University of Washington Medical Center (1990) |
| Fellowship: Vascular Surgery, University of Washington Medical Center (1992) |
| Certifications |
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| Vascular Surgery- American Board of Surgery |
| Hospital Affiliations |
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| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple |
Insurances accepted
Baylor Scott & White has established agreements with several types of insurance to ensure your health needs are covered.
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Patient Ratings (126)
The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey .
| averageRating | metric | |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Time Care Provider spent with Patient | |
| 4.7 | Wait Time at Clinic | |
| 4.8 | Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider | |
| 4.8 | Provider included you in decisions | |
| 4.8 | Provider showed concern | |
| 4.8 | Rate Care Provider |
Patient Comments (65)
Overview of patient comments
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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.
Patients appreciate
Dr. David Dawson receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients who consistently praise his exceptional communication skills and bedside manner. Patients frequently describe him as personable, friendly, and easy to talk to, with many highlighting his ability to explain complex medical conditions in clear, understandable terms. His empathetic and caring approach stands out, with multiple reviews noting that he takes time to listen to concerns, answer questions thoroughly, and make patients feel at ease. Patients appreciate his patient-oriented approach, professionalism, and knowledge, particularly regarding specialized conditions like AAA (abdominal aortic aneurysm) and FMD (fibromuscular dysplasia). His sense of humor and down-to-earth demeanor are also frequently mentioned as contributing to positive patient experiences.
Patients also share
The reviews reveal minimal areas for improvement, with only one notable concern raised by a patient who expressed uncertainty about lower leg symptoms including swelling, cramps, and discoloration. While the patient accepted Dr. Dawson's assessment that everything looked okay, there appeared to be some residual concern about whether the symptoms were adequately addressed. This was reflected in a lower 3.63-star rating compared to the predominantly 5-star reviews. No other significant complaints or patterns of concern emerge from the patient feedback.