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Dr. David Galt, MD

Dr. David Galt, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Galt, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Medford, OR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Grande Ronde Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

2780 E Barnett Rd Ste 200 Medford, OR 97504

Make an Appointment

(541) 779-6250

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Galt specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Galt's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Galt

3.2
24 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
46%
46%
4 star
13%
13%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
42%
42%

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i have had 6 ortho guys work on me when i lived in california. last year galt worked on my knee and ruined the artery. a vascular surgeon was forced to replace the ruined artery with an artificial artery. after months of no blood supply below the knee i now find out that my entire right leg needs to be amputated removed,. this guy is a rued quack,so you now have been warned go elsewhere
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
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barry now, on crutches for ever – Aug 18, 2019
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I had a very bad experience with Dr. Galt and his staff. I scheduled surgery after dealing with them for 6 months and 48 hours before the surgery, (after changing the time of the surgery 3 times), he backed out of the surgery. I had told his assistant that I would expect more professionalism after I made 10 phone calls over many months which were ignored, then waited 3 hours and his response was to back out of my surgery after I went on disability, got time off work, complied with all...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Jan 25, 2018
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My visit w/ Dr Galt w/ in stark counterpoint w/ other excellent doctors I've had and trusted at Southern Oregon Ortho such as Paul Stenenberg. Galt was impatient and unwilling to answer questions to the point of rudeness. The details of my MRI had not been reviewed with me and I had to drag this info out of him. I would definitely not recommend this doctor. If you want a doctor who will listen, patiently answer questions and review options with you, this is not your doctor.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
6 others found this helpful
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jacksonville oregon – Oct 28, 2016
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Dr. Galt spent 10 minutes with me reviewing my knee X-rays after an hour wait to see him. He did not apologize for the wait, yawned throughout my appointment, and did not make eye contact. As far as explaining my options, he handed me an information sheet, then told me I would need a knee replacement. I followed up with another surgeon who advised physical therapy, which has solved my knee pain.
What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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S. Haines in Medford OR – Aug 24, 2016
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Spring of 2014, Dr. Galt implanted a metal plate in my right humerus because a radiated cancer tumer had severly eroded the bone. In March, 2016, the pain returned to the area, so Dr. Galt had xrays and an MRI done,revealing the top screw holding the plate had come loose. Dr. Galt advised me he had concerns about redoing the repair because he is not an oncologist and referred me to a OHSU, Portland oncologist surgeon who accepted my case and rerepaired it. I applaud his professionalism.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Jim H. in Medford, OR – Jul 23, 2016
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Dr Galt was frank and direct in planning, the surgery was completely successful, and follow-up was excellent. He has excellent communication skills and listens well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Rod Ralston in Grants Pass, OR – Jul 09, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

The physicians of Southern Oregon Orthopedics, Inc. have been providing the residents of Southern Oregon and Northern California with the highest quality orthopedic care available since 1970. Our physicians are active staff members at Rogue Valley...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

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

  • Salt Lake Knee

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • University Of Utah

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • La Co Usc Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1983

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

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Southern Oregon Orthopedics Inc.2780 E Barnett Rd Ste 200 Medford, OR 97504
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Practice

Grande Ronde Hospital900 Sunset Dr La Grande, OR 97850
2

Practice

The Pharmacy at Trios Southridge3730 Plaza Way Kennewick, WA 99338
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Grande Ronde Hospital

    900 Sunset Dr
    La Grande, OR 97850
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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