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Dr. Raj Gala, MD

Dr. Raj Gala, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Raj Gala, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Worcester, MA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 2013. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Yale New Haven Hospital and Yale New Haven Hospital, Saint Raphael Campus. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Yale Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation, Fairfield CT

119 Belmont St Worcester, MA 01605

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(855) 862-7763

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gala specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Gala's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gala

4.6

42 ratings, 41 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
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What could be improved
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Ani Vangjeli (Terova) – Oct 10, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Aug 28, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 16, 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
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R.DesRosiers – Oct 20, 2023
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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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Dec 16, 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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Dee – Oct 03, 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
2 people found this helpful
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EKA – Jun 23, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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Jun 23, 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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Elza Libhart – May 07, 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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Jan 22, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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William Green – Jan 04, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Fabricio B. – Dec 23, 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
Helpful
GA – Sep 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jul 24, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michelle – Jun 27, 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
  • Long wait times
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L. Belci – Jun 17, 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
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B from New Fairfield CT – May 20, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Tara – May 11, 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
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Nicole C. – May 06, 2021
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care philosophy

In caring for you or your loved one, Dr. Gala has the utmost compassion and empathy. He understands that not every patient is the same, and tailors the treatment to you. The majority of options will always be conservative, but when surgery is necessary,...read more

biography

Dr. Raj J. Gala has joined Yale School of Medicine with the goal of providing the highest quality spine care to all patients. Raised in Chicago, IL, Dr. Gala received his Bachelor's Degree, summa cum laude, in Biomedical Engineering from Illinois...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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  • Emory University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2019

  • Yale New Haven Hosp/yale University

    Residency Hospital, 2018

  • Yale New Haven Hosp/yale University|yale University

    Residency Hospital, 2018

  • Yale University

    Residency Hospital, 2018

  • Yale New Haven Hosp/yale University

    Internship Hospital, 2014

  • Yale University

    Internship Hospital, 2014

  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2013

  • Illinois Institute Of Technology

    Undergraduate School, 2009
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Yale Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation, Fairfield CT

Yale Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation119 Belmont St Worcester, MA 01605
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Yale Orthopaedics & Rehab

Yale Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation47 College St New Haven, CT 06510
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St
    New Haven, CT 06510
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Yale New Haven Hospital, Saint Raphael Campus

    1450 Chapel St
    New Haven, CT 06511
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

  • Bridgeport Hospital

    267 Grant St
    Bridgeport, CT 06610
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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