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Dr. David Goertzen, MD

Dr. David Goertzen, MD

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery*

Dr. David Goertzen, MD is an orthopedic trauma surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkview Ortho Hospital and Van Wert County Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

5050 N Clinton St Fort Wayne, IN 46825

Make an Appointment

(260) 484-8551

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Goertzen is affiliated with Parkview Ortho Hospital Fort Wayne, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Goertzen specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Goertzen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Goertzen

3.7

28 ratings, 19 with a written review
5 Star
57%
57%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
11%
11%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
25%
25%

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What went well
  • 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
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KAY – Jun 05, 2024
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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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Cary Lonis – Feb 01, 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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Richard – Jan 14, 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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debra benson – Aug 26, 2022
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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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John MacKay – Jun 22, 2022
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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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Apr 25, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jan 25, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Robert Gross – Dec 12, 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Aug 20, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Susan – Apr 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 07, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Dorothy Dineen – Sep 26, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 17, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Marilyn Petersen in Fort Wayne IN – Mar 16, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Dolly Jacobson – Jan 12, 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
  • Long wait times
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Donna Joldersma in Goshen IN – Oct 21, 2017
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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
Helpful
Auburn in – Oct 15, 2017
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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
Helpful
Ft Wayne, IN – Mar 12, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
kellm in Kalamazoo, MI – Aug 02, 2016
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About Me

biography

David A. Goertzen, M.D., joined Ortho NorthEast in 1996 to provide trauma services to the growing practice.

Dr. Goertzen, who hails from Goessel, Kansas, earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in biology with honors from Bethel College...read more

  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Indiana University School Of Medicine Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Methodist Hospital Of Indiana, Indianapolis, In

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1990

  • Bethel College, Newton, Kansas

    Undergraduate School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

ONE - Clinton Office5050 N Clinton St Fort Wayne, IN 46825
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Ortho NorthEast

ONE - SW Office8202 Glencarin Blvd Ste 300 Fort Wayne, IN 46804
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:45am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:45am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:45am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:45am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:45am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Ortho NorthEast

ONE - North Office11136 Parkview Circle Dr Fort Wayne, IN 46845
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Parkview Ortho Hospital

    11130 Parkview Circle Dr
    Fort Wayne, IN 46845
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    11% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Parkview Lagrange Hospital

    207 N Townline Rd
    Lagrange, IN 46761

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Cameron Memorial Community Hospital

    416 E Maumee St
    Angola, IN 46703
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    View all awards

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

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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