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Dr. Charles Ekstein, MD

Dr. Charles Ekstein, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Ekstein, MD is a hand and upper extremity surgery specialist in Fair Lawn, NJ and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 2012. He is affiliated with Palisades Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 79 reviews 5 Star Rating (79 reviews)

Summit Health

17-17 State Rt 208 Ste 340 Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Telehealth available

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(201) 345-7557

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ekstein specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ekstein's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ekstein

5.0

79 ratings, 78 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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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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Sonia – Dec 11, 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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Dec 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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Alcia – Nov 23, 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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Erica Ruiz – Nov 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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Amelia – Nov 20, 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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Abi – Oct 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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Luiza Florczyk – Oct 02, 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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Sep 27, 2024
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Jeff K – Sep 25, 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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Jill Klarmann – Aug 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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HC – Aug 09, 2024
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What could be improved
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Aug 08, 2024
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Nichole M. – Jul 20, 2024
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Jessica Pascale – Jul 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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Jun 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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Jun 06, 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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Alex Rodriguez – May 03, 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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Tomas – Apr 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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Mar 20, 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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Ivelisse pagan – Mar 02, 2024
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About Me

biography

Charles Ekstein, MD, is a member of Summit Healths Orthopedic Surgery and Surgery of the Hand team. Inspired by his parents, who are both physicians, and his love for problem-solving, Dr. Ekstein chose a career in healthcare. Specializing in Orthopedic...read more

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Hospital For Special Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital, 2018

  • Hofstra School Of Medicine/northwell Health System

    Residency Hospital, 2017

  • Hofstra School Of Medicine/northwell Health System|hofstra University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2017

  • Hofstra University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2017

  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2012

  • Columbia University, New York

    Undergraduate School, 2008

  • Columbia University

    Undergraduate School, 2008
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

Summit Health

Summit Health Fairlawn17-17 State Rt 208 Ste 340 Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: closed
    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: closed
    • Fri: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Summit Health Clifton1255 Broad St # 1 Clifton, NJ 07013
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  • Hours
    • Mon: closed
    • Tue: closed
    • Wed: closed
    • Thu: 7:30am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Palisades Medical Center

    7600 River Rd
    North Bergen, NJ 07047

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    7% higher than the national average

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