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Dr. Joshua Ellwitz, MD

Dr. Joshua Ellwitz, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Joshua Ellwitz, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Kalamazoo, MI and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ellwitz has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension Borgess Hospital and Bronson Methodist Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Bronson Spine & Scoliosis Specialists - Kalamazoo

601 John St Ste M-206B Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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Dr. Ellwitz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ellwitz

3.8
12 ratings, 6 with a written review
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LOVE THIS GUY! Best Surgeon Hands DOWN!
Dr. Ellwitz has the more caring bedside manner, shows true concern for his patients and thoroughly goes through everything prior to making a decision about how to handle your case. His staff takes care and concern for you just as well. Dr. Ellwitz repaired my prior surgery and I am so grateful! I was able to walk without pain within hours of my surgical procedure. I have had NO issues since my surgery with him. I recommend him to anyone I know that has any issues that he can help with! I speak VERY highly of him! He is an amazing Dr. and deserves all the accolades!
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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Suzanne Bates – Aug 11, 2023
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He is a wonderful Doctor
He explained everything to me, did not rush me and actually felt like he wanted to help me get out of my pain. I really like him and he will be working on me soon. I liked him from the time I met him; he did not come across as "arrogant" like another person said about him. I felt for the first time I met him he would help me and really want to and I did not look for another opinion....So hopefully someone will get on here and give other good reviews. Here to your success Dr. Ellwortz. Sue Jackson-Shumaker, Plainwell, MI.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Sue Jackson-Shumaker – Jul 15, 2023
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Dr ellwitz is an excellent surgeon very caring very kind! He has great standards and is outstanding in his performance!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Kim myland – Sep 17, 2019
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He did a wonderful job in streightening my back out. It was one of the best surgery that I had on my back.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Teri – Jul 03, 2018
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Dr Ellwitz performed my back surgery in March 2018. I was and am thrilled with the success of my surgery. Prior, I was experiencing pain in my feet and legs when walking. Now after, I feel great, the best I have in a long time. He is very good.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Linda Doyle in St Joseph, MN – Jun 19, 2018
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Lack of experience. Arrogant. Talks above the patients head. Failed spinal cusion ten months later .
What went well
No results
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
21 others found this helpful
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Kalamazoo, MI – Jan 15, 2016
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Dr. Joshua Ellwitz, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Kalamazoo, MI and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ellwitz has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

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

Bronson Spine & Scoliosis Specialists - Kalamazoo

Bronson Spine & Scoliosis Specialists - Kalamazoo601 John St Ste M-206B Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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Bronson Spine and Scoliosis Specialists - Battle Creek

Bronson Spine and Scoliosis Specialists - Battle Creek2 Heritage Oak Ln Battle Creek, MI 49015
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bronson Lakeview Hospital

    408 Hazen St
    Paw Paw, MI 49079
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    10% higher than the national average

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  • Bronson Methodist Hospital

    601 John St
    Kalamazoo, MI 49007
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Oaklawn Hospital

    200 N Madison St
    Marshall, MI 49068

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

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

    3% higher than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

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