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Dr. Orvis Chitwood III, MD

Dr. Orvis Chitwood III, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Orvis Chitwood III, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Dothan, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Flowers Hospital and Hospital Authority of Miller County. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

1500 Ross Clark Cir Dothan, AL 36301

Make an Appointment

(334) 793-2663

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Chitwood III specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Chitwood III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chitwood III

3.6
22 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
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64%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
5%
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1 star
32%
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Excellent care and outcome
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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May 23, 2023
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Very likely
Dr Chitwood has always over the years of treating me showed nothing but respect and concern for me not only as an individual but as his patient. Easy to talk to and comfortable with my surroundings. A true professional and friend. I highly recommend for your treatments.
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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Christopher Mahan – Sep 01, 2022
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Terrible! When I went to Chittwood he acted racist toward me. But he laughed he-hawed with the white patients. He offered no meds, no epidural or nothing to ease my pain. Instead, all Chittwood wants to do, is cut on patients in order to make his money, and after being cut on, you will feel ever worst later in life. No way, would I let a racist doctor cut on me!
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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TiffanyLovely48 – Feb 23, 2021
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Dr. Chitwood is an excellent Doctor. He is very kind and listened to my complaints. He did surgery on me in 2010 for Keinbock disease. Just did my 2nd surgery on me July 19, 2019. My Keinbock disease had gotten worse. I would highly recommend him
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 other person found this helpful
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Jennifer – Aug 10, 2019
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Dr. Chitwood saw me for possible carpal tunnel surgery and very carefully explained both the surgical procedure and the related issues and effects, he gladly answered all of my questions and was very thorough. He educated me on aftercare especially what I should do to prevent scarring. The surgery was uneventful and after following Dr. Chitwood’s advice a month or two later I had no more pain in my hand or wrist, have regained much grip strength and have no discernible scarring on my hand. If I
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 22, 2019
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Carefully and completely explained pre-op procedure and his work completely resolved my issue. And, his NP is exceptional in his care, especially when he’d provided hand injections.
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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Robert Dzwonkowski in GA – Feb 19, 2019
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Excellent would recommend- took good care of me; he is a very good surgeon.
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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Sweetie - Grandma in FL, FL – Oct 05, 2018
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Had my 1st appointment with him before my surgery. He just didn't seem like he wanted to believe me when I was telling him about my pain and where I was hurting; based on his reactions and boys language. He knew the pain I was in. He asked if I wanted to go a month and use a splint and see how it would be or surgery ? I said surgery to relieve the pain. Visit after surgery I've expressed how much pain I'm still in. He gave me an antibiotic for infection and a powerful nerve R w/ no relief.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Chris in Enterprise, AL – Aug 23, 2016
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Refused on several occasions to take my case.
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
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Gaston Cephas Jr in Troy, AL – Jun 22, 2016
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Actually listens and pays attention to the patient.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Pat in Dothan, AL – May 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Orvis Chitwood III, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Dothan, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Flowers...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Fellowship In Hand And Microvascular Surgery Philadelphia Hand Center And Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital

  • National Naval Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Sbjs PC1500 Ross Clark Cir Dothan, AL 36301
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
S.b.j.s. PC345 Healthwest Dr Dothan, AL 36303
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Flowers Hospital

    4370 W Main St
    Dothan, AL 36305

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Hospital Authority of Miller County

    209 N Cuthbert St
    Colquitt, GA 39837

  • Southeast Health Medical Center

    1108 Ross Clark Cir
    Dothan, AL 36301

    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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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