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Dr. Joseph Bellflower, MD

Dr. Joseph Bellflower, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Bellflower, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Indianapolis, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MAIN CAMPUS in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Orthoindy Hospital and Ascension St. Vincent Carmel. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

8402 Harcourt Rd Ste 100 Indianapolis, IN 46260

Make an Appointment

(317) 338-6815

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bellflower is affiliated with Orthoindy Hospital Indianapolis, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bellflower 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
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Bellflower's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bellflower

4.0
33 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
73%
73%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
0%
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2 star
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1 star
24%
24%

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Performed surgery on my son's lawn mower injury
My son suffered a traumatic lawn mower injury in 2010, and had to have a low tibial osteotomy performed in 2017. The surgery was extremely risky due to the fact that the surgery needed to be done underneath muscle flaps that had been grafted to his leg after his initial injury in 2010. Despite the complexity of this surgery, Dr. Bellflower was able to successfully correct the defect (to the best that it possible could be) and my son did not lose his leg.Dr. Bellflower is one of the premier orthopedic surgeons in the United States, if not the entire world. I would never suggest any other doctor to anyone in need of an orthopedic specialist.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 12, 2025
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Caring, compassionate and knowledgeable!
Dr Bellflower was recommended for my daughter by a friend at the beginning of our Scoliosis journey, but we had already scheduled somewhere else. We just had our first visit with Dr Bellflower and are scheduled for surgery. He heard her, did Xrays, and gave an exam. This is the first time in 2.5yrs that she's left a Dr office smiling. She said she feels at peace and it feels great knowing he listened. He was not only informative, but also expressed concern for her future health as well as quality of life.
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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Oct 09, 2024
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Poor Communication
Just had an appointment and they didn’t take an xray in the brace. And it takes forever to get X-rays to the brace provider. Spending a lot of money and yet I have to spend my time running the X-rays back and forth. Can’t get the X-rays the brace people require. And the only communication is the annoying. Confirm your appointment 17 times.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 08, 2024
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Simply the best!
After having a horrible experience with another doctor, Dr. Bellflower went above and beyond for my daughter when she broke her tibia. They got us in quickly and every staff member was wonderful! I would not trust anyone else with her!
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
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Feb 17, 2023
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Competent, compassionate, consistent
Dr. Bellflower has cared for my grandson, with Spina bifida, his entire life (11 years as of 2022). He's compassionate, genuinely cares, is consistent in his treatment plans but is also able to be aggressive in those plans if the patient's injury/ disability requires that type of intervention. His staff is among the best, from the front office to the nursing staff to the xray dept. I have no reservations in recommending Dr. Bellflower to any family in need of ortho services.
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
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H. Landis – Nov 18, 2022
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I first started seeing Dr. Bellflower about 7 years ago when I was initially injured. He was amazing then and still is now. I would 100% 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Mar 27, 2018
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Outstanding doc. takes his time to really examine my child listened answered questions. does outstanding with my daughter. very knowledgeable. He will give you all the options and leyyoupick which you feel most comfortable with. Is he picky about his patients? Yes and I am glad he wants things to be the best they can be. He doesn't settle for just ok.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Addy g in kendallville, IN – Jan 25, 2017
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About Me

biography

Tokunbo Osuntokun, MD, is a pediatrician with Peyton Manning Children's Westfield Pediatrics in Westfield, IN, and provides primary care for infants, children and teens. Dr. Osuntokun delivers care for minor childhood illness and injuries, annual...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Cincinnati / Main Campus

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office8402 Harcourt Rd Ste 100 Indianapolis, IN 46260
1
Southern Indiana Pediatrics LLC350 S Landmark Ave Bloomington, IN 47403
2
St. Vincent Fishers Peyton Manning Children's Outpatient Center-Dieticians/Nutrition Services13914 Southeastern Pkwy Ste 305 Fishers, IN 46037
3
Mid America Clinical Laboratories LLC2001 W 86th St Indianapolis, IN 46260
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Orthoindy Hospital

    8400 Northwest Blvd
    Indianapolis, IN 46278
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

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

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Hendricks Regional Health

    1000 E Main St
    Danville, IN 46122
    Recipient of 7
    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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ascension St. Vincent Carmel

    13500 N Meridian St
    Carmel, IN 46032
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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