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Dr. Charles Soma, MD

Dr. Charles Soma, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Soma, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Wailuku, HI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at Los Angeles in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Straub Clinic and Hospital and Molokai General Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 68 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (68 reviews)

North Shore Orthopedics Inc

1827 Wells St Wailuku, HI 96793

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(808) 242-0001

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Soma is affiliated with Straub Clinic and Hospital Honolulu, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Soma specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • 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. Soma's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Soma

2.9

68 ratings, 20 with a written review
5 Star
44%
44%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
1%
1%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
49%
49%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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May 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
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Marla Owen – Nov 01, 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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Pulama – Nov 01, 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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Steve – Nov 01, 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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Tina T – Oct 27, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Best Orthopedic Doc – Jun 21, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 09, 2020
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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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M M Baker – Feb 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Aug 29, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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anonymous – Aug 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
12 people found this helpful
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May 14, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Vicki K in Makawao HI – May 08, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maui, HI – Apr 10, 2018
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Howard G Forbes in Makawao, HI – Jun 22, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
23 people found this helpful
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Wailuku, HI – Dec 02, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ron gess in Wailuku, Hawaii – Nov 23, 2016
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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
Helpful
Amy Sprung in Kihei, HI – Jul 15, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Judy La Flam in Okeechobee, FL – Mar 31, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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Sparky in Maui, Hi – Jan 12, 2016
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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
Helpful
curt foster in Makawao, Hawaii – Dec 28, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Soma and his staff provide caring and timely orthopedic evaluation and treatment at our Wailuku office, and offer same day appointments for emergencies in many cases. We offer a full spectrum of extremity injury assessment for strains, sprains,...read more

biography

Dr. Soma is a sports medicine fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon and provides expert care of injuries including fractures, sprains, and arthritis for visitors and locals alike.  We strive to provide the absolute best outcomes for our patients...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

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  • Santa Monica Orth & Sports Med Grp

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • Los Angeles County - Usc Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • Usc Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • University Of California At Los Angeles

    Medical School, 1988

  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988

  • University Of California, Irvine School Of Medicine

    Undergraduate School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

North Shore Orthopedics Inc

Steve E Clark MD Thelma M. Yamada MD LLC1827 Wells St Wailuku, HI 96793
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Straub Clinic and Hospital

    888 S King St
    Honolulu, HI 96813
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Molokai General Hospital

    280 Home Olu Pl
    Kaunakakai, HI 96748

  • Wahiawa General Hospital

    128 Lehua St
    Wahiawa, HI 96786

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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