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Dr. Joseph Ward, MD

Dr. Joseph Ward, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Ward, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Traverse City, MI and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 2010. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital and Munson Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (48 reviews)

Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute

3537 W Front St Traverse City, MI 49684
Telehealth available

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(231) 935-5880

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ward is affiliated with Munson Medical Center Traverse City, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ward specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Ward's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ward

4.8

48 ratings, 45 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 08, 2025
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Helen Basberg – Sep 19, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 13, 2022
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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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Bianka Hendren – Jan 29, 2022
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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
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Kristin Stocker – Dec 02, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Walter Green – Aug 04, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dr. Ward & Staff – Jul 01, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Tim S. - Right knee meniscectomy – Jun 25, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bill Seng – Feb 26, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Stephanie B – Feb 01, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nancy – Jan 21, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kevin Downey – Jan 13, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Tim S – Sep 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
Helpful
Carol Champion – Aug 21, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Rodger – Jul 07, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Gpod – Jun 16, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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J. R. Wiechec – Jun 10, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Paul M. Kozicki – Mar 07, 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
John Fournier – Feb 15, 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
Donald Kuhn – Nov 15, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

I find tremendous joy in helping patient with arthritis regain their mobility!  I strive to provide compassionate and personalized care to all of my patients.  

biography

I love working towards the goal of getting patients back to being active.  The most rewarding aspect is seeing my post-operative patients back in the office.  I feel a sense of accomplishment when I hear that patients no longer have pain or have been able to return to activities that they love.  

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • New England Baptist Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2016

  • University Of Michigan Health System

    Residency Hospital, 2015

  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2010

  • Columbia University

    Undergraduate School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute

Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute3537 W Front St Traverse City, MI 49684
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Munson Medical Center

    1105 Sixth St
    Traverse City, MI 49684
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital

    400 Hobart St
    Cadillac, MI 49601
    Recipient of 4
    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.

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

    6% 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

  • Trinity Health Oakland Hospital

    44405 Woodward Ave
    Pontiac, MI 48341

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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