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Dr. David Heligman, MD

Dr. David Heligman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. David Heligman, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fort Myers, FL. Dr. Heligman has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lehigh Regional Medical Center and Lee Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Practice

8350 Riverwalk Park Blvd Ste 1 Fort Myers, FL 33919

Make an Appointment

(239) 992-3117

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Heligman is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital Fort Myers, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Heligman specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Heligman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Heligman

2.7

34 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
38%
38%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
53%
53%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Feb 21, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Marcia Pavlisko – May 17, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Roger, Howell Michigan – Sep 02, 2020
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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
Helpful
John Anthony – Jul 29, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 18, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 18, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Claudia in Fort Myers – Mar 11, 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
Edward McMahon in Fort Myers, FL – Feb 23, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Janet Williamson in Roscommon, MI – Apr 21, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ft Myers, FL – Mar 04, 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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dani in Fort Myers, FL – May 30, 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
Cheryl A in Cape Coral, FL – May 22, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gail in Naples, FL – Mar 24, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Heligman, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fort Myers, FL. Dr. Heligman has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lehigh Regional Medical Center and Lee Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Rush-presby St Lukes Med Ct

    Internship Hospital, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Fifer & Heligman MD PA8350 Riverwalk Park Blvd Ste 1 Fort Myers, FL 33919
1

Practice

Florida Neurology Group10201 Arcos Ave Ste 206 Estero, FL 33928
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lee Memorial Hospital

    2776 Cleveland Ave
    Fort Myers, FL 33901
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Gulf Coast Medical Center

    13681 Doctors Way
    Fort Myers, FL 33912
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Cape Coral Hospital

    636 Del Prado Blvd S
    Cape Coral, FL 33990
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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