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Dr. Angelo Dacus, MD

Dr. Angelo Dacus, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Angelo Dacus, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Charlottesville, VA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Virginia / Main Campus in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities UVA Health Sciences Center and UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (55 reviews)

UVA Health Hand Center

2280 Ivy Rd # 1 Charlottesville, VA 22903

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(434) 982-4263

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Dacus is affiliated with UVA Health Sciences Center Charlottesville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Dacus specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Dacus' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dacus

4.4

55 ratings, 35 with a written review
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Jan 31, 2025
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Jan 30, 2025
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Jan 23, 2025
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Dec 27, 2024
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Dec 05, 2024
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Nov 07, 2024
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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Oct 15, 2024
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Sep 28, 2024
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Sep 13, 2024
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Sep 06, 2024
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Aug 27, 2024
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Jul 16, 2024
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Jul 03, 2024
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Jun 27, 2024
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Jun 22, 2024
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Jun 12, 2024
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May 18, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Dacus focuses on joint replacement in the hand and elbow and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty, as well as micro vascular surgery of the hand and upper extremity in his clinical practice. He is an Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery in the Hand and Upper Extremity Disorders division.

biography

Dr. Dacus focuses on joint replacement in the hand and elbow and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty, as well as micro vascular surgery of the hand and upper extremity in his clinical practice. He is an Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery in the Hand and Upper Extremity Disorders division.

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of California San Diego

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007

  • Emory University

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • University Of Virginia / Main Campus

    Medical School, 2001

  • University Of Virginia School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001

  • Tulane University

    Undergraduate School, 1997

  • Tulane University Of Louisiana

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

UVA Health Hand Center

UVA Health Hand Center2280 Ivy Rd # 1 Charlottesville, VA 22903
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UVA Health Outpatient Surgery Center

UVA Health Outpatient Surgery Center1204 W Main St Charlottesville, VA 22903
2

UVA Health Outpatient Surgery Ivy Road

UVA Health Outpatient Surgery Ivy Road2280 Ivy Rd Charlottesville, VA 22903
3

UVA Health University Medical Center

UVA Health University Medical Center1215 Lee St Charlottesville, VA 22908
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UVA Health Sciences Center

    1215 Lee St
    Charlottesville, VA 22908
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center

    501 Sunset Ln
    Culpeper, VA 22701
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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