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Dr. R Dow Hoffman, MD

Dr. R Dow Hoffman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. R Dow Hoffman, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Savannah, GA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hoffman has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 96 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (96 reviews)
Accepting New Patients
4425 Paulsen St Bldg A
Savannah, GA 31405

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hoffman is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center Savannah, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise • Dr. Hoffman specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Trustworthy • Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Hoffman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hoffman

4.8
96 ratings, 65 with a written review
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The kindest and most helpful staff you can find!
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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Mar 25, 2025
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He is a top performer
I received exceptional care from a highly skilled orthopedist. Prior consultations with two other specialists yielded no diagnosis. However, this physician conducted a thorough examination and identified the underlying issue, enabling me to begin a successful recovery.
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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Tameka – Jan 29, 2025
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Smart, experienced, listens to patient
He exudes confidence, skill, and competence.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 27, 2025
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Very Professional
He displayed concern for my medical issues. He explained how my condition was causing me pain. He recommended I have an MRI to obtain an accurate image of the affected are. He is very friendly.
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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Dec 11, 2024
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Explained everything very well. Made my decision easier
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
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Nov 13, 2024
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Outstanding Surgeon
Dr. Hoffman performed my knee replacement surgery and it went perfectly and exactly as he described. I couldn’t ask for a more professional and knowledgeable physician for this procedure.
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
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Merlisa – Oct 31, 2024
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Always pleased
Dr Hoffman always spends time answering my questions and being encouraging.
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
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Oct 03, 2024
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Everyone was phenomenal. Dr Hoffman, the anesthesiologist, the nurse all had great bedside manners.
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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Aug 16, 2024
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Knee Replacement
I have never encountered such a positive experience involving surgery. Everyone involved from pre op, to the actual surgery, to PT, and my follow up visits have been phenomenal. A special thank you to Dr Hoffman and particularly Michelle, his nurse for everything.
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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Pam Graham – Aug 16, 2024
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Highly Recommended
My post-op visit with Dr. Hoffman was a very pleasant experience. I can't see how my knee replacement could have gone better. Very pleased and happy to walk without knee pain.
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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Kirk S – Aug 01, 2024
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Phenomenal Doctor !!!
I have never been to another orthopedists office where everyone is as caring ! Dr Hoffman came so highly recommended. I will be using him for a full knee replacement and feel 200 percent confident that this is what I need…
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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Victoria Dushaj – Jul 26, 2024
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The BEST ’sawbones’ in the business!
Dr Hoffman, Kate and Michelle have taken care of me for over 15 years. I am glad that this crew is still there and taking care of old gals like me.
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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Rene Williams – Jul 25, 2024
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Shoulder pain
Dr. Hoffman when he came in the room was very polite. He had look at my xrays and said he thought it might be Bursitis. He explained the shot procedure very well. He said since I have tried physical therapy to try the shot and he believed it would fix it. He was completely right on. This was first encounter with him. I will definitely come back if or when needed. Great doctor who really listen to you.
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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Lisa – Jul 24, 2024
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Dr. Hoffman is always pleasant, easy to talk to and explains things thoroughly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Janet Gnann – Jul 10, 2024
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Very happily
Dr Hoffman is foremost competent and kind. Explains everything succinctly and ready to address concerns. No stress!His staff mirrors his goodness—Helen, Desiree and Rona. Smiles and effectiveness is so rare these days. We were so grateful,
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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Martha And John Humphreys – Jul 02, 2024
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Outstanding doctor and extremely skilled surgeon.
Very patient, thorough and professional. I have always felt heard when I have appointments with Dr. H and for that I am grateful. He is the best in Savannah for good reason.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Krista Harberson – Jun 06, 2024
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Post op visit to review my progress after TKR. He was very encouraging at my 6 week post op visit.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Caroline Hopkins – Apr 12, 2024
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Will to listen to my needs for a successful 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Cynthia Evans – Apr 10, 2024
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Great caring doctormanners
Telehealth
Short wait terrific manners
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Vera Hoffman – Apr 10, 2024
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Dr. Hoffman
Dr. Hoffman was professional in every way. He listened carefully to all I had to say.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 24, 2024
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About Me

biography

Dr. Hoffman specializes in the treatment of shoulder and knee problems, including shoulder and knee arthroscopy, knee ligament reconstruction, and shoulder and knee replacement surgery. He is a graduate of Duke University School of Medicine and...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Ia Hospitals & Clinics

    Residency Hospital

  • Duke University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Sports Medicine†
†Self designated 
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Memorial Health University Medical Center

    4700 Waters Ave
    Savannah, GA 31404
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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

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

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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