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Dr. Joseph Bell, MD

Dr. Joseph Bell, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Bell, MD is a general surgeon in Saratoga Springs, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1993. He is affiliated with Saratoga Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Saratoga Hospital Medical Group - General Surgery

1 West Ave Ste 125 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bell is affiliated with Saratoga Hospital Saratoga Springs, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bell specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Bell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bell

4.5

26 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
88%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
12%
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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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Hollie P – Apr 22, 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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Feb 29, 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
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Laura Vicino – Aug 15, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 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
5 people found this helpful
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Delora M – Jan 30, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Freda Gates Pozefsky – Jun 10, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Male, 58 in Saratoga Springs, NY – May 16, 2018
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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J/M in Miltin – Apr 12, 2018
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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
Helpful
Jackie Carey in Saratoga, NY – Jul 03, 2016
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Albert Elwell in Rock City Falls, NY – Jan 07, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Joseph Bell earned his medical degree from New York Medical College, and completed an internship and residency at Mary Imogene Bassett (now Bassett Medical Center). In 2019, he was named vice president and medical director of perioperative services...read more

biography

Dr. Joseph Bell earned his medical degree from New York Medical College, and completed an internship and residency at Mary Imogene Bassett (now Bassett Medical Center). In 2019, he was named vice president and medical director of perioperative...read more
  • General Surgery

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  • Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1994
  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Saratoga Hospital Medical Group - General Surgery

Saratoga Hospital Medical Group - General Surgery1 West Ave Ste 125 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saratoga Hospital

    211 Church St
    Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

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    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 nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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