Dr. Joel Virkler, DO
Dr. Joel Virkler, DO is an orthopedic surgeon in Lafayette, IN and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Virkler has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Franciscan Health Lafayette East and Franciscan Health Rensselaer. He is accepting new patients.
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1411 S Creasy Ln Ste 120 Lafayette, IN 47905Make an Appointment
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About Me
care philosophy
As an osteopathic physician, my goal is to treat you like my own family and empower you to make educated decisions regarding your care. I truly mean that and look forward to walking through the healing process with you. I love seeing people return...read morebiography
Thank you for your interest and taking the time to learn about my practice. I am an Orthopedic Surgeon at Lafayette Orthopaedic Clinic, a Unity Healthcare partner.I grew up in Remington, Indiana, and I practice in both Lafayette...read more
Orthopedic Surgery
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedics
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Triangle Orthopaedic Associates, P.a.
Fellowship Hospital, 2015Botsford General Hospital
Residency Hospital, 2014Botsford General Hospital
Internship Hospital, 2010A. T. Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical School, 2009Purdue University
Undergraduate School, 2005Purdue University / Main Campus
Undergraduate School, 2005
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- Recipient of 19
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
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87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
79%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
85%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
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