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Dr. John Schutte, MD

Dr. John Schutte, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Schutte, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Lafayette, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics and Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 108 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (108 reviews)

Practice

4212 W Congress St Ste 3100 Lafayette, LA 70506

Make an Appointment

(337) 703-3201

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Schutte is affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics Lafayette, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schutte specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schutte's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schutte

4.7

108 ratings, 64 with a written review
5 Star
92%
92%
4 Star
1%
1%
3 Star
1%
1%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
6%
6%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Martin L – Mar 06, 2024
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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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Jan Romero – May 16, 2022
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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
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Kirk Wesson – Jun 23, 2021
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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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Barbara Babineaux – May 14, 2021
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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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Apr 05, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Feb 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Feb 08, 2021
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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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Jan 07, 2021
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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
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Mark – Dec 21, 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
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Susan Reed – Nov 02, 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
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George Billeaud – Sep 20, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Ranton – 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
Helpful
Jul 21, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Ruby Buchanan – Jul 21, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jay Hunt – Jul 01, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Randy K. Haynie – Jun 30, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Mikeal Savoie – Feb 23, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Patricia Self in Scott, LA – Jan 28, 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
Helpful
Jan 08, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 10, 2019
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care philosophy

My objective as a physician and surgeon is to consistently and accurately diagnose patients' problems and offer the best in conservative surgical care. I strive to deliver ``excellence`` in care and service, to my patients and the community.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Lsu Medical Health Sciences Center|medical Center La New Orleans Lsu

    Residency Hospital, 1985

  • Lsu Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office4212 W Congress St Ste 3100 Lafayette, LA 70506
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Practice

Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine1448 S College Rd Lafayette, LA 70503
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Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics2390 W Congress St Lafayette, LA 70506
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics

    2390 W Congress St
    Lafayette, LA 70506
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

    1214 Coolidge Blvd
    Lafayette, LA 70503

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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