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Dr. John Shufflebarger, MD

Dr. John Shufflebarger, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. John Shufflebarger, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Worcester, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from West Virginia University in 1987. He is affiliated with Saint Vincent Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

123 Summer St Worcester, MA 01608

Make an Appointment

(508) 368-3140

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shufflebarger specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
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Dr. Shufflebarger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shufflebarger

2.7

24 ratings, 14 with a written review
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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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Joe Cournoyer – Jul 21, 2024
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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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Jul 10, 2024
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
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Jane doe – Sep 15, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Feb 01, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
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MaryAnne Abraham – Apr 19, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
3 people found this helpful
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Aug 12, 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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Jul 04, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 06, 2019
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Heather in Worcester , MA – Feb 03, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
James Kalogeropoulos in Worcester, MA – Oct 01, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
DAVID gancorz in Warren, Ma – Mar 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
New York, NY – Apr 19, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Shufflebarger enjoys the challenge of being an orthopedic hand surgeon and loves the fact that he gets to help people each day. "It's very rewarding to be able to make such a big impact on people's everyday lives," he explains. "The majority...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive 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 Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Mass

    Residency Hospital

  • Pa State University

    Internship Hospital

  • West Virginia University

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Saint Vincent Hospital123 Summer St Worcester, MA 01608
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Office281 Lincoln St Ste 303 Worcester, MA 01605
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Vincent Hospital

    123 Summer St
    Worcester, MA 01608
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

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

    4% lower than the national average

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