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Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes, MD

Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Lady Lake, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Faculdade De Medicina De Marilla in 1995. He is affiliated with AdventHealth Ocala. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Locations

AdventHealth Medical Group Multispecialty at The Oaks

AdventHealth Medical Group Multispecialty at The Oaks8550 NE 138th Ln Bldg 499 Lady Lake, FL 32159
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Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes is affiliated with AdventHealth Ocala Ocala, a highly rated hospital.

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Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes

4.6
45 ratings, 15 with a written review
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No after surgery contact...DON'T. EVER GO TO HIM
HAD hand surgery....never told me about the extreme pain post OP.....no tel contact possible.... wish I never let him operate on my hand!!!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
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Phil – Mar 17, 2025
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He's the best Doctor I've ever had, for my ?? hands, His attention in my explanation of the problem is, explained and quick for the improvement of my hands. I don't change it for any other. Waiting for surgery...
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
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Lourdes Figueroa – Jan 21, 2025
Translated from the original Spanish.
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I broke my wrist in May. 2 bones in my wrist were displaced. The doctor did 2 surgeries on my hand, which is still healing. I'm able to do almost everything I did before and I think once the last stitches are removed I'll be able to everything I could do in the past.
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Helen – Dec 21, 2024
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Great Experience
Dr Fernandez Schwartz recently performed surgery on my wrist (carpel tunnel). The entire medical team provided exemplary service. The pre post medical professionals were not only competent they were empathetic. They were knowledgeable, confident and compassionate. They were receptive to my needs and reassured me that I was in good hands. They explained each step in my treatment which alleviated my anxiety and fear. It is my hope, they serve as mentors to others for they are the cream of the crop. Dr Fernandez-Schwartz is a doctor to be respected and a man to be adored. Special thanks to the following: Jody Olga, Taylor and Carmel.
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 other person found this helpful
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Michele W. – Aug 12, 2024
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He’s pretty awesome!!
Dr Schwartz-Fernandes is great in ever aspect of being a surgeon!! His office staff could use a little work at returning calls though!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Terri Goodrich – Jun 21, 2022
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Dr Schwartz-Fernandes is A TOP notch surgeon!
He is compassionate, understanding, explains EVERYTHING. He takes his time, listens and does an exceptional job getting individuals back to ultimum health. I’m so sad he moved out of the Wesley Chapel area. He’s a great lost.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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JT – May 16, 2022
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Amazing Doctor! Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes and his staff are very professional and knowlegable. Thank you for being the dedicated, thoughtful, and compassionate doctor that you are! You always go above and beyond and work tirelessly towards a healthy outcome. I feel so blessed to know you and have you as my doctor.
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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Brenda E. – Mar 03, 2021
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Indeed, Dr. Francisco Schwartz Fernandes is not Board Certified in the United States; only in Brazil. I contacted the American Board of Medical Specialties, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Board of Surgery of the Hand, American Board of Medical Specialties, American Society for Surgery of the Hand and these boards and society don't have any record for Dr. Francisco Schwartz Fernandes. I Do Not recommend getting medical recommendations from this Dr. For God's sake, seek advise from United States trained surgeons.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Daniel from Tampa – Sep 08, 2020
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I went to see Dr. Fernandes, however, was disappointed he was not Board Certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties. He should try to get board certification and surely get more respect from the medical community.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Allan from Tampa, Florida – Mar 24, 2020
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Dr is very knowledgeable and explains very well. He was highly recommended by a previous patient.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 29, 2019
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I have know Dr. Fernandes 7 years. He has done multiple surgeries on myself and my mom! I love this Doctor to the moon and back....Hes very family oriented and take Time with every patient He come in contact with! To me he's a Big Teddy Bear....He's like Father Figure to me....He let me know what's going to happen before he touches you and Teach young high school and college students that are trying to go down the field in Orthopedics. He's just a beautiful person ALL the way Around! We Love Doc
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Allana & Eleanor Powell in Tampa, FL. – Dec 25, 2017
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Came to Dr Schwartz for a second opinion on a broken wrist. Another surgeon said that my wife's only option to line her bones back up was surgery, this was not true. Dr. Schwartz was able to do so without surgery!!!! Dr Schwartz is one of the best physicians and surgeons I've ever met!!!! (I've worked with doctors for 13 years)
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
7 others found this helpful
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Tampa, FL – Aug 09, 2017
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He is a phenomenal Person and a renowned Hand/Orthopedic Surgeon. His experience and his humility is astonishing as he care about what each and every patient is going through and choose the absolute best option to correct the problem. I could have not made a better informed choice for Distal Radius Fracture.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Arif Contractor PharmD in Tampa, FL – Jan 24, 2017
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My son broke his wrist in 2014 and when I called to make initial appointment they got us in quick. Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes was absolutely awesome. He was great with my son. Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes explained everything to where we could understand. I recommend everyone to Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes. My son had to have surgery due to a cyst found at the break site. Fortunately it was cancerous. Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes was very sensitive with our needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Layla Jones in Wesley Chapel, FL – May 03, 2016
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Great personality and very thorough- explained everything
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
9 others found this helpful
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S.lasala in Tampa, Fl – Feb 04, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As a Hand Surgeon, my goal is to educate and treat every patient with the knowledge, technical expertise and specialty care necessary to diagnose and provide best possible treatment plan. 

biography

Thomas Auld, MD, is an Orthopedic Surgeon with a fellowship in joint replacement surgery at John Hopkins. After graduating from the University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, Dr. Auld received his medical degree from the University of Central...read more
  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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

  • Kleinert, Kutz & Associates/ Christine M Kleinert Institute, University Of Louisville

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009
  • Paulista School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2001
  • Casa De Mao, Sao Paulo Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1999
  • Faculdade De Medicina De Marilla

    Medical School, 1995
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • AdventHealth Ocala

    1500 SW 1st Ave
    Ocala, FL 34471
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

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