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Dr. Scott Edwards, MD

Dr. Scott Edwards, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery*

Dr. Scott Edwards, MD is a hand and upper extremity surgery specialist in Phoenix, AZ. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Banner University Medical Center Phoenix and The Core Institute Specialty Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 60 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (60 reviews)

Practice

18444 N 25th Ave Ste 210 Phoenix, AZ 85023
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(623) 474-3412

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Edwards is affiliated with The Core Institute Specialty Hospital Phoenix, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Edwards specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Edwards' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Edwards

3.3

60 ratings, 36 with a written review
5 Star
50%
50%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
12%
12%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
33%
33%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 01, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Nadine A. – Aug 09, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Pamela Hoffmann – Aug 05, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ashley Watson – Jul 09, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Shelley Yonan – Jun 23, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 17, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 06, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jun 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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May 03, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Apr 28, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 26, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 21, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 19, 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
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Mar 24, 2023
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
Helpful
Patience for Patients – Mar 23, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 13, 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Amy R. – Nov 02, 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
Helpful
Oct 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Just a patient – Oct 26, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Brian. S – Sep 08, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Scott Edwards is a board certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon.

biography

Dr. Scott Edwards is a board certified and a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery, with special qualifications in minimally invasive surgery and advanced reconstructive surgery. He is an internationally...read more

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

  • 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.

  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School

  • Thomas Jefferson Hospital/philadelphia Hand Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • University Of Tennessee Memphis/campbell Clinic

    Residency Hospital, 2001

  • University Of Tennessee Memphis

    Internship Hospital, 1997
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

The Core Institute18444 N 25th Ave Ste 210 Phoenix, AZ 85023
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Office5230 E Shea Blvd Fl 1 Scottsdale, AZ 85254
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Practice

Center for Orthopedic Research and Education LLC9321 W Thomas Rd Ste 205 Phoenix, AZ 85037
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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
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Core Institute Specialty Hospital

    6501 N 19th Ave
    Phoenix, AZ 85015
    Recipient of 6
    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

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

    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

    3% lower than the national average

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

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center

    250 E Dunlap Ave
    Phoenix, AZ 85020

    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

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

  • Banner University Medical Center Phoenix

    1111 E McDowell Rd
    Phoenix, AZ 85006
    Recipient of 17
    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

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

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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