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Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MD

Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Massapequa, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ruotolo has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities Nassau University Medical Center and St Joseph Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 146 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (146 reviews)

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5500 Merrick Rd Massapequa, NY 11758
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Dr. Ruotolo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ruotolo

4.8

146 ratings, 107 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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Diane Misilewich – Dec 08, 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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Tracey Meklaus – 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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Oct 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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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
1 person found this helpful
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Kathleen C – Mar 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
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 22, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Mar 07, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 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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Nov 15, 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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Cindy – Aug 31, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Timothy Keegan – Jun 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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Dawnmarie Dillon – Jun 15, 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
What could be improved
No results
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L. Richardson – Jun 03, 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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May 28, 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
1 person found this helpful
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May 12, 2023
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What went well
  • 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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Paula donnelly – Apr 20, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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RK – Mar 31, 2023
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What went well
  • 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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Kathy R – Feb 17, 2023
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What went well
  • 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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Jan 27, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Dec 14, 2022
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Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Massapequa, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ruotolo has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from NEW...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • The supraspinatus footprint: an anatomic study of the supraspinatus insertion, Mar 2004

  • All-arthroscopic removal of a suture anchor using an arthroscopic bur sheath, Jul 2004

  • Controversial Topics in Shoulder Arthroscopy, Feb 2002

  • A biomechanical comparison of the modified Mason-Allen stitch and massive cuff stitch in vitro., March 2007

  • Arthroscopic Treatment of Partial Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears: Book Chapter in Shoulder Arthroscopy, 2003

  • Shoulder Pain in the Overhead Athlete, Mar 2003

  • Surgical and Non-Surgical Management of Rotator Cuff Tears, May 2002

  • A Comparison of All-Arthroscopic Versus Mini-Open Rotator Cuff Repair, Mar 2003

  • Loss of Total Arc of Motion in Collegiate Overhand Throwing Athletes, Jan 2006

  • Attending of the Year 2011-2012 Orthopedics Residency Program North Shore University Hospital at Plainview, June 2012

  • Attending of the Year, Class of 2003 Orthopaedic Residency Program, SUNY at Stony Brook, June 2003

  • The Award for highest intraining score as a senior resident, academic year 1999-2000, Dept. of Orthopaedics, SUNY at Stony Br, June 2000

  • Lange Medical Publications Award for outstanding achievement as a medical student, Class of 1995, May 1995

  • Associate Master Instructor Arthroscopy Association of North America, 2005

  • Award for extraordinary leadership to supporting the NuHealth System's mission to provide quality health care, June 2012

  • Award for Dedication and Service to the Wrestlers of Nassau County, presented by N.C.W.C.A., April 2003

  • The New York Medical College Surgical Society Award for the greatest proficiency in the art and science of Surgery, Class, May 1995

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Locations

Practice

Aging Gracefully Physical Therapy SVC PC5500 Merrick Rd Massapequa, NY 11758
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Practice

Pavilion Radiology PC2103 Deer Park Ave Deer Park, NY 11729
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Practice

Nassau University Medical Center2201 Hempstead Tpke East Meadow, NY 11554
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Stephen Wirth2339 Hempstead Tpke East Meadow, NY 11554
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Joseph Hospital

    4295 Hempstead Tpke
    Bethpage, NY 11714

    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

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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  • Nassau University Medical Center

    2201 Hempstead Tpke
    East Meadow, NY 11554

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

    72%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    12% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

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