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Dr. John Oeltjen, MD

Dr. John Oeltjen, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. John Oeltjen, MD is a general surgeon in Coral Gables, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor University in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baptist Hospital of Miami and HCA Florida Kendall Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (18 reviews)

The Lennar Foundation Medical Center

5555 Ponce de Leon Blvd Coral Gables, FL 33146

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Dr. Oeltjen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Oeltjen

3.9
18 ratings, 8 with a written review
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Terrible Plastic Surgeon
Terrible experience not a competent or skilled surgeon. He does not care what type of disfigurement he leaves a patient with for greed. Difficult to schedule dog ear revision he created. Put off, phone calls or portal messages not returned. Not a Dr. that has any honor or respect for patients. Had to seek help elsewhere to fix his mess. Not a good plastic surgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Victim of incompetence – Feb 16, 2025
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Lack or follow up or replies
Poor very disappointing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Sep 28, 2024
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Far exceeded my expectations
I decided to have Dr. O do a breast implant exchange which was covered by my insurance because it was a medically necessary procedure. I was also having a small about a breast cancer removed at the same time After I woke up from surgery within a day, the drain was removed, the dent filled in so any further tweaks down the road will not be necessary. I was completely healed within a month. I love the work and can’t believe I waited this long, 10 years to have this done.
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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Patty – Apr 06, 2024
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Dr. Oeltjen is a very caring doctor. I wouldn’t recommend anyone else for your Plastic surgery 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
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 2020
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Dr. Oeltjen performed a bilateral immediate reconstruction following double mastectomy. At the initial consultation, he took the time to provide a thorough explanation of the procedure, benefits, risks and expected outcome. The surgery and recuperation proceeded exactly as he explained. His warm and friendly bedside manner and expert skill as a plastic surgeon made a difficult diagnosis and treatment easier to handle. He was available for any questions after surgery and between follow up visits. I highly recommend Dr. Oeltjen.
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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Keri Lynda Horvat – Jan 15, 2020
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Dr. Oeltjen has been my Dr. since the beginning of my cancer journey 10 yrs ago. I can not thank him enough for being such a down to earth Dr. and making my journey easier. His goal is to make you feel and look as normal as possible and I must say that I am often complimented by other Dr's on my breast implants. Unfortunately, I have to go back and have a FLAP procedure due to them rupturing after a car accident. I know he will take care of me and I actually look forward to this surgery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 04, 2019
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My name is Daisy Grigg and I was diagnosed in February of 2016 with DCIS Breast Cancer. After being referred by my Breast Cancer Surgeon, Dr. Torres to Dr. Oeltjen I was pleased and immediately felt comfortable with the way he treated me and my husband through-out such a hard process. He is extremely professional, caring and understanding of your feelings. The best surgeon in my opinion. I am still following up with him but I have to say we are extremely happy with the results.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Daisy in Homestead, FL – Sep 25, 2016
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I found Dr. Oeltjen after six months of suffering from a horribly performed preventive bilateral mastectomy (positive BRACA) on July 2015 by another plastic surgeon. In December of 2015 Dr.Oeltjen did a corrective surgery to fix all damage previously done, damage was so severe he had to perform a third surgery two weeks ago..there are not enough words of gratitude that can express my feelings towards Dr. Oeltjen, his assistant Natasha and sweet receptionist Janelys. I am forever grateful, Daisy
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
13 others found this helpful
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Daisy Carrazana in Miami, FL – Jul 06, 2016
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Dr. John Oeltjen, MD is a general surgeon in Coral Gables, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor University in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baptist Hospital of Miami and HCA Florida Kendall Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2006
  • Baylor College Of Medicine, Debakey Department Of Surgery

    Internship Hospital, 2001
  • Baylor University

    Medical School, 2000
  • Duke University

    Undergraduate School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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    The Lennar Foundation Medical Center

    The Lennar Foundation Medical Center5555 Ponce de Leon Blvd Coral Gables, FL 33146
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