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Dr. Michael Heilig, MD

Dr. Michael Heilig, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Heilig, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Richmond, KY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Louisville in 1997. He is affiliated with Kentucky River Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

318 Highland Park Dr Richmond, KY 40475

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Dr. Heilig's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Heilig

3.6
42 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 star
57%
57%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
2%
2%
2 star
2%
2%
1 star
31%
31%

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First visit for evaluation staff friendly and pro
No long wait time to get started with paperwork and have insurance information entered into system. Staff took time to listen to purpose of visit. Dr listened and discussed options for treatment that could be considered for this visit. Very comfortable and pleased with outcome.
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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D. Hoskins – Jun 30, 2023
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Dr. Heilig is a great surgeon. He did my Right hip replacement in 2016, Left Hip & knee in 2020 and my right knee 2021. My results have been wonderful. He helped me when no one else would. 100% recommend him. Just remember with any replacement surgery Therapy to recovery.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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TeresaD606 – Dec 08, 2021
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I went to dr heilig for my knee, he and his staff were very comforting and answered all my questions
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
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 28, 2019
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Excellent physician and surgeon. I would highly recommend to anyone
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 14, 2019
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Dr. Heilig is a great doctor who takes the time to explain anything you need from 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Charles – Jun 17, 2019
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Dr. Heilig is a great doctor and his staff is well trained and professional. I would highly 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Daniel – Jun 14, 2019
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after I hurt my shoulder playing football I came to see Dr heilig, he fixed me right up. I will be back on the football field very soon. I feel better and should be back to normal soon.
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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Jun 13, 2019
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His liscence has been revoked! My mother had to have a shoulder replacement and was assigned to Dr Heilig. The first surgery failed and he performed a revision within the week. That also failed and he said he couldn’t do anything else for her. She had a severely dislocated arm for several months until we could get another doctor to take her case. This new doctor performed a reverse shoulder replacement (which Dr Heilig said couldn’t be done) and totally improved my Mother’s quality of Life.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Nov 09, 2018
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ACTS LIKE A LITTLE KID! IF YOU ASK QUESTIONS THAT HE DOES NOT WANT TO ANSWER OR CAN'T HE PICKS UP HIS OR YOUR PAPER WORK , LEAVES THE ROOM AND REFERS YOU TOO UK WHO HAS TOO SEE PEOPLE THAT HE DOES NOT OR CAN NOT HELP ANYMORE! VERY POOR CARE AND VERY UNPROFESSIONAL! HE IS VERY CUT HAPPY WHICH WILL NOT GIVE BONES TIME TO HEAL BEFORE HE WANTS TO COMMIT SURGERY OVER & OVER AGAIN!!!
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
8 others found this helpful
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Apr 13, 2018
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Hip surgery and still have problem
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Louisville, KY – Jun 21, 2017
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Never. I was treated at Baptist health in Richmond. Dr Heilig was recommended. As a followup. I called. Made appointment. When I arrived I check ed in , 1 hr. And 40 minutes later I was ushered into exam room. No one told me Dr Heilig would not be there. I was seen by his PA. $45. Co pay for a non md. Who was unable to even write a perscription. I was told I needed an MRI. I explained I was scheduled for one through UK med center. I have a pacemaker I can only have an MRI every 6 months. Failed
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Sheila McBride in Richmond, KY – Apr 27, 2017
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Dr heilig is very easy to talk to. He takes all the time needed with each and every patient! Dr heilig has performed two surgeries on myself withh great success! I would recommend him highly! The staff is always very excellent to schedule appointments and help you with anything you need! I wouldn't consider going to any other doctor
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
No results
3 others found this helpful
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brenda white in stanton, ky – Jun 28, 2016
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Dr. Heilig was great but the office was not. I would not recommend anyone to go there unless you have an entire day to devote to your appointment. The lobby was packed the whole time I was there and I had to wait about an hour to see the doctor. After the appointment I waited for over an hour and a half at the pharmacy for my prescription to be called in. I made 2 calls to the office to remind them to do it and never got it filled. I will not be returning to this office.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Nick H in Winchester, KY – Dec 31, 2015
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Dr. Heilig is the best orthopedic I have been to. He is caring, patient, and kind. He really made me feel at ease and explained my condition, and he took the time to discuss my options so that i thoroughly understood. I have recommended him to family members and friends, all of which have been satisfied with their treatment. I also love the staff. Everyone is so nice.
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
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Dana in Lexington, KY – Dec 16, 2015
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Dr. Michael Heilig, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Richmond, KY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Louisville in 1997. He is affiliated with Kentucky River Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Louisville

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Board actions foundState licensing board
Within the last one to three years
More than three years ago

Locations

Practice

Cornerstone Orthopaedics318 Highland Park Dr Richmond, KY 40475
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kentucky River Medical Center

    540 Jett Dr
    Jackson, KY 41339

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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