Kristen Dawson, MD
Primary Location
Medina Hospital Medical Office Building
- Appointment:
- 330.721.5700
- Fax:
- 330.725.5043
Additional Locations
Treatment & Services
- Abdominal Surgery
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Adrenal Surgery
- Appendectomy
- Bile Duct Stone Removal
- Breast Biopsy
- Breast Conservation Surgery
- Breast Diagnostics
- Breast Surgical Oncology
- Breast Ultrasound
- Colon Surgery
- Complex Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Gastrectomy
- Gastrointestinal Exams
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Hernia Open Repair Surgery
- High Risk Breast Cancer
- Intestinal Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Biopsy
- Laparoscopic Placement of CAPD Catheters
- Laparoscopic Splenectomy
- Liver Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Breast Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Nipple & Skin Sparing Mastectomy
- Office Ultrasound Guided Biopsy
- Open Inguinal And Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Second Opinion Breast Cancer
- Sentinel Lymph Node Procedures
- Splenectomy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Surgery
- Surgery For Breast Cancer
- Surgery for Diseases Of The Breast
- Surgical Endoscopy and Endoscopic Procedures
- Thyroidectomy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abdominal Abscess
- Abdominal Pain
- Appendicitis
- Benign Breast Disease
- Breast Abscess
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Disease
- Breast Infections
- Breast Lump
- Breast Pain
- Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
- Fissure
- Fistulas
- Gallbladder & Biliary Tract Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gallstones
- Gynecomastia
- Hernias
- Hidradenitis
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Carcinoid Tumors
- Intraductal Papilloma
- Large Intestine Cancer
- Male Breast Cancer
- Nipple Discharge
- Recurrent Breast Cancer
- Sebaceous Cysts
- Sepsis
- Small Intestine Cancer
Insurance
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View All PlansEducation & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2013
Education & Fellowships
Residency - University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
General Surgery
Madison,
WI USA
2001
Medical Education - University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
M.D.
Cincinnati,
OH USA
1996
Undergraduate - Miami University
Oxford,
OH USA
1992
Certifications
- Surgery - General Surgery
Research & Publications
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181 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
48 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 26, 2021
My daughter recommended her and she was correct ver nice dr. I am very happy with her so far
Reviewed on May 25, 2021
my visit with dr Dawson and her staff was outstanding. very courteous, attentive and professional. they were terrific!
Reviewed on May 25, 2021
I absolutely love Dr. Dawson
Reviewed on May 18, 2021
dr Dawson was excellent!
Reviewed on May 13, 2021
*Dr. Kristen Dawson was my surgeon. Very informative, caring, check on me often.
Reviewed on May 4, 2021
excellent doctor & concern
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2021
I'm 69 & have had numerous medical issues.Dr Dawson is one of the most intelligent, compassionate, empathetic & caring physicians i have EVER met!!!
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2021
I WOULD RECOMMEND DR. DAWSON TO ANYONE I KNOW. SHE IS ONE OF THE BEST DOCTORS I'VE EVER SEEN.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2021
Dr Dawson was so easy to converse with. treated us with respect and really cared for us
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2021
Dr Dawson showed concern for my well being... even if it wasnt what I wanted to hear, but needed to hear. She is awesome and honest!
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2021
I think she is one of the best very happy with Dr Dawson
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2021
Dr Dawson was very friendly and explained everything well.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2021
I had Dr. Dawson years ago she removed a lump in my left Breast and was so great very professional that's why I came back to her with my stomach problems, she makes you feel at ease .
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2021
I was very impressed with the Dr.s work and how the Dr. took care of my needs.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2021
Dr. Dawson was great. The Clinic should be thankful to have her
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2021
blessed immensely by doctors n staff at cleveland clinic medina. wouldn't go any other place,. Thank you.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2021
Dr. Dawson's office is always professional and accommodating! Super friendly staff.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2021
Dr. Dawson is an incredible doctor! Cares for patients but also very obvious that she is kind to her staff and very supportive!
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2021
Love & highly recommend *Dr. Kristin Davson, *Dr. Guttman & *Dr. Bushour.
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2020
*Dr. Dawson & her partners were amazing!
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2020
Dr Dawson is the most caring concerned physician I have ever had. She does everything to make you feel comfortable and her empathy and concern really help to keep me calm. She is the best of the best...I can not think there is anyone I would trust with my care more than Dr. Dawson and am grateful she is my Dr.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2020
Dr. Dawson did a great job. We go way back and it was nice having a familiar face to do the surgery!
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2020
Dr Dawson is really incredible. Her and the team are truly world class!
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2020
Dr. Dawson is a very caring and compassionate doctor. I would highly recommend her.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2020
Dr Dawson is the best!
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2020
Dr. Dawson and her staff are amazing!
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2020
Dr. Dawson took her time with me and was amazing in every way!
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2020
I really felt that Dr Dawson gave me individual consideration and treated me as such, an individual not a number. She genuinely cares and it shows. Her warm smile and pleasant personality put my mind at ease.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2020
Doctor Dawson is just all-around awesome.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2020
Needed to discuss the potential of an upcoming surgery. Dr. Dawson was very thorough and helpful.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2020
Dr. Dawson was fairly prompt and on time for my appt. A lot of time the drs. Are not!
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2020
I was very pleased with Dr Dawson and would highly recommend her to others.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2020
Dr. Dawson was the perfect choice. She listened to me explain my symptoms but seemed to already have a plan before she walked into the room. She took the time to explain what was going on and why my gallbladder was the problem despite all of the tests coming back "normal". The surgery went well and besides me advancing my diet too fast I recovered very well. She was also very responsive when I had concerns and quickly ordered labs to see if anything was going on. Medina hospital is fortunate to have her as a surgeon.
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2020
Dr. Dawson was very kind and professional. She listened to my concerns and was empathetic to my medical issues.
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2020
*Dr. Dawson is wonderful.
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2020
It was as pleasant an experience as one could expect when going to see a Dr.
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2020
dr Dawson is amazing! her bedside manner is great and it's almost like she is a friend caring for another friend!
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2020
I would refer Dr. Dawson to any patient, she makes you feel important, never rushed and always willing to listen
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2020
Dr. Dawson made every effort to help me understand my options and took time for explanations and questions. She was kind, caring, and compassionate.
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2020
Dr Dawson was excellent - She was thorough, listened to my concerns & addresses them ( tubes in my throat etc) I felt so much better talking to her & going over the procedure
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2020
Everyone in Dr Faltay's office is awesome!!! They are good to everyone!!!
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2020
Dr Dawson is a wonderful surgeon
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2020
*Dr. Dawson was very friendly, through, and professional. She shared exactly what would happen, when it happen, and clearly described the entire procedure.
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2020
Dr Dawson is amazing!!
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2020
I followed a website to get address. Had old address in Brunswick. I backtracked to new location that I had passed.Service by Dr. Dawson and staff excellent.Dr. Dawson is highly respected by doctors I use. Not only an excellent surgeon, she has superb people skills which also, in my experience, has become a rare quality.
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2020
Dr Dawson listened, assessed, and explained her decision about the best treatment plan all with kindness and clarity (and a mask on!)
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2020
Dr. Dawson had amazing nurses in the office that would call me right back and answer and comfort me with all my concerns of having gallbladder surgery!
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2020
Dr. Dawson was excellent. She answered all my concerns professionally and humanly. Good bedside manner.