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Dr. Brian Zafonte, MD

Dr. Brian Zafonte, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Zafonte, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Watertown, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Zafonte has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities River Hospital and Samaritan Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 100 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (100 reviews)

Practice

22567 Summit Dr Bldg Ii Watertown, NY 13601
Telehealth available

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Dr. Zafonte's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zafonte

4.8

100 ratings, 92 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa Cotraccia DuBois – Feb 27, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Deb G – Feb 06, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 29, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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A.F. – Dec 04, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 17, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 18, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Burtt – Sep 12, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joel Kirch – Jun 14, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Charlie Godlewski – Mar 14, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dr Zafonte is Excellent! – Mar 11, 2024
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What could be improved
No results
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sandra Brown – Mar 05, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Elaine – Feb 21, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alan – Feb 01, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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very grateful patient – Jan 30, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bursik – Dec 19, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joy wright – Dec 16, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dawn Widrick – Dec 12, 2023
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Dec 08, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michelle Macy – Nov 20, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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About Me

care philosophy

I am a General Orthopedic Surgeon, fellowship trained in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, and Double Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Hand/Upper Extremity Surgery. 

My practice is mainly focused on acute and chronic...
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biography

Double Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon in General Orthopedic Surgery and also in Surgery of the Hand and Upper Extremity.

Chairman of the Department of General Surgery.

Chief of Orthopedic Surgery.

Treating...
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  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

  • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

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  • Hand And Upper Extremity Fellow

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014
  • Hand And Upper Extremity Fellow|uc Davis Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014
  • Uc Davis Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014
  • Montefiore Medical Center And The Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2013
  • Montefiore Medical Center-albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2013
  • Montefiore Medical Center And The Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2009
  • Montefiore Medical Center-albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2009
  • Phd Degree In Stem Cell Research From Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    2008
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2008
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University - Montefiore Medical Center

    Medical School, 2008
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University|albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University - Montefiore Medical Center

    Medical School, 2008
  • Suny Stony Brook University

    Undergraduate School, 1998
  • Suny-stony Brook

    Undergraduate School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Physician Specialties®
American Board of Physician Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Samaritan orthopedic surgery22567 Summit Dr Bldg Ii Watertown, NY 13601
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Samaritan Hospital Orthopedic Surgery

Samaritan Orthopedic Surgery22567 Summit Dr Bldg Ii Watertown, NY 13601
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • River Hospital

    4 Fuller St
    Alexandria Bay, NY 13607

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

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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  • Samaritan Medical Center

    830 Washington St
    Watertown, NY 13601
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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