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Dr. David Mitten, MD

Dr. David Mitten, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. David Mitten, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Rochester, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Mitten has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry in 1992. He is affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(585) 341-7865

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Mitten specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Mitten's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mitten

4.2

29 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
17%
17%

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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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Deborah Cooper – Feb 09, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Teddy Morgan – Sep 20, 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
Helpful
Aug 07, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 02, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rich – Sep 08, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 03, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 01, 2019
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Webster, NY – Jul 27, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
MKW in Pportageville, NY – Oct 28, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Christine Henderson in Fairport, NY – Mar 30, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Happy Hands in Rochester, NY – Feb 28, 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
Pat Prince in East Rochester, NY – Sep 26, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Leslie Childs, RN BSN in Pittsford, NY – Mar 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Mitten, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Rochester, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Mitten has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine &...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

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  • Strong Mem Hsp University Rochester

    Residency Hospital

  • Ucla Med Ctr/ucla D Geffen School

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

University of Rochester601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
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Outpatient Pharmacy-Ambulatory Surgery Center Pharmacy180 Sawgrass Dr Ste 100 Rochester, NY 14620
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Strong Memorial Hospital-University of R10 Miracle Mile Dr Rochester, NY 14623
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Strong Memorial Hospital

    601 Elmwood Ave
    Rochester, NY 14642
    Recipient of 4
    hospital 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 doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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