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Dr. John Nelligan III, MD

Dr. John Nelligan III, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Nelligan III, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Sonora, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nelligan III has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from Rush Medical College in 1982. He is affiliated with Adventist Health Sonora. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

680 Guzzi Ln Ste 102 Sonora, CA 95370

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Dr. Nelligan III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nelligan III

4.0
29 ratings, 23 with a written review
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Dr. Nelligan did my hip replacement. He left me with permanent drop foot and numbness up to my knee. He told me it would heal in about a year. After my nerve conduction testing, my Neurologist said I should have seen improvements in 3 months. My nerve is dead and my muscle is dying. I was better off with my old hip. My life is way more complicated thanks to him. I do not recommend him
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 14, 2024
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Dr Nelligan is the best. Highly recommend him
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 03, 2024
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I would recommend Dr Nelligan to anyone.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 29, 2024
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Dr. Nelligan was very professional and addressed my concerns. We came up with a plan for treatment. He Is a very kind man. He heard me and I felt that he cared about what I had going on.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 21, 2024
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Knee Surgery
Very kind and knowledgeable. He laid out all options and assisted in determining my best course. Couldn’t be happier with my new knee. I’m pain free.
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
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Aug 16, 2024
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Dr Nelligan is excellent in all aspects. He's very professional, caring & sympathetic, listens to my needs, explains everything in a manner that's easy to understand & takes a personal interest in me & my care.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 20, 2024
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The best care ever.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 15, 2024
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Dr. Nelligan is a very warm, compassionate doctor whom I would recommend to anyone needing a knee replacement.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 20, 2024
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Was given x-ray. I was not the sunniest or kindest patient before surgery, I had been dealing w too much pain for too long. But Dr Nelligan was always kind to me no matter my disposition and feeling somewhat discouraged. I had lost confidence in doctors and the process I was facing to get better, and he restored my faith by treating me like he really cared. I appreciate him very much and am forever grateful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 20, 2024
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I would definitely recommend this Doctor to anyone
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 06, 2024
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Dr. Nelligan is easy to talk to, listens carefully and really engages with you every step of the way.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 20, 2023
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Dr. Nelligan is so kind, caring and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 13, 2023
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Top of the line service
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 10, 2023
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Dr. Nelligan was very concerned, gave options and said to call at any time if needed.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 02, 2023
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Dr. Nelligan is wonderful about listening, caring, and doing is best to provide answers and the proper care.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 02, 2023
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Once again, I cannot stress how much this entire office takes care of me. I truly feel that Dr. Nelligan saved not only my leg, but my life.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 26, 2023
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great
very nice
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
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John Smith – Jun 14, 2023
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Bad doctor
The knee replacement he did fell apart and I had another doctor do it again
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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William McCormies – Mar 29, 2023
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He may be good, but he gave himself 5 stars on other review websites. So there's that...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 23, 2021
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Love this doctor! Over a few years of increasing pain primary care doc had tried twice to get an mri approved after he had me sent to the physical therapy Anthem ins. required before theywould consider an mri. Even after this insurance would not authorize it. So he referred me to Dr Nelligan. Nelligan did a thorough exam of my shoulder and neck. He explained insurance companies no longer approve such tests to diagnose a problem- only to confirm the problem after it has been acknowledged by the doctor in a physical exam and that surgery is needed to correct it So it’s a catch 22 if the cause of the problem is not glaringly apparent. He was not positive the rotator cuff was torn or that the mri would be approved but explained he would write the request in a manner that would have the best chance of getting the mri authorized. MRI approved, found hole in rotator cuff that Nelligan repaired and I’m now on the mend. Thankful for his expertise and great bedside manner. Highly recommend him!
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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Loretta from Groveland – Sep 06, 2019
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care philosophy

Comprehensive diagnosis, explaination of options, and the latest in treatments with special attention to less invasive methods. MD is developer and medical director of Hospital Joint Restoration Program
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Stanford University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Advanced Training In Knee, Shoulder, And Hip Disorders

    1993
  • Rush Medical College

    Internship Hospital, 1983
  • Rush Medical College

    Medical School, 1982
  • Stanford University

    Undergraduate School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Airell L Nygaard MD Inc680 Guzzi Ln Ste 102 Sonora, CA 95370
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Practice

Adventist Health Sonora193 Fairview Ln Sonora, CA 95370
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Adventist Health Sonora1000 Greenley Rd Sonora, CA 95370
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Adventist Health Sonora

    1000 Greenley Rd
    Sonora, CA 95370
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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