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Dr. Taylor Buckley, MD

Dr. Taylor Buckley, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*

Dr. Taylor Buckley, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Missoula, MT. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Patrick Hospital and Community Medical Center. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

2740 South Ave W Ste 101 Missoula, MT 59804
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Buckley is affiliated with Saint Patrick Hospital Missoula, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Buckley specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Buckley's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Buckley

4.7
30 ratings, 26 with a written review
5 star
87%
87%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
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2 star
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1 star
7%
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Excellent Care!
I have total confidence in Dr Buckley. Everything was explained very well and I felt I had very compassionate care.
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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Nancy S – Mar 14, 2025
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Great service and help
His compassion and courtesy
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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Ronald W. Gadreault – Mar 13, 2025
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Always professional and very knowledgeable
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 04, 2025
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Dr. Buckley
Dr. Buckley was thorough and efficient in explaining to me what I had going on, the solution, the risks, and weather there was any further concern about my health regarding my issue.
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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RJ – Jan 16, 2025
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Good office and very friendly.
This office is really nice. The people there have always been kind and helpful. Dr. Buckley took time to show us x-rays of my sons arm and answered all of our questions. Place definitely recommend.
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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TC – Nov 28, 2024
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Hand exam.
Excellent first visit with Dr. Buckley. He listened to my concerns and provided clear succinct descriptions of possible treatments.
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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J Hansen – Nov 28, 2024
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Dr.Buckley is anazing, honest.
He looks at all angles nit jumping just to surgery.
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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Debbie Shepard – Sep 13, 2024
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Always have!i!
Telehealth
I loved the fact that he remembered me from a previous appointment I had.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Julie Anderson – Aug 30, 2024
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His bedside manner and professionalism is top notch. I came in with a lot of pain and he listened to my concerns and I was in surgery the next day. He is very through. I feel like he is going to see my situation to the end
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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Jul 25, 2024
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Amazing, Knowledgeable and Honest
I'm a Polytrauma victim. He assisted with the removal of the one of the plates covering hand & arm, after healing from the broken bones and bone grafting. Was very honest about what my recovery would be like. Discussed that due to the extensive damage my hand & wrist would be a little different and was honest that another surgery in the wrist would not help. That's all I wanted was the truth said to me and it not sugar coated and he delivered. Cannot recommend him enough.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sherene – Jul 18, 2024
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Hand surgery
Dr Buckley is considerate with patient care. He explained pros and cons of the surgeries. He took time and listened to my concerns and questions.
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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Happy patient – Jun 26, 2024
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Definitely would recommend dr Buckley.
Visit was not rushed and entire group worked as a team. The visit was thorough with not a bunch of wasted tests. Dr Buckley made sure I knew what the plan was for treatment. Pleasant experience.
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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Jun 15, 2024
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Prompt attention
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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Jun 15, 2024
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Dr. Buckley visit
Short waiting time, friendly, professional staff
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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Jun 13, 2024
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Dr. Buckley was knowledgeable, and thorough.
I appreciated Dr. Buckley and everyone on his team - from office staff and nurses to X-Ray - all were reassuring, kind, and knowledgeable - with explanations that were honest and straight forward and understandable.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jodi Oberweiser – Apr 27, 2024
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Efficient and helpful
Dr. Buckley was very helpful. He got to the point, gave me my options and the pros and cons of each option. The staff were very friendly. I have been brushed off about the wrist pain I’ve been having but they heard me, helped me and we came up with a plan to get my pain under control in no time.
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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Apr 11, 2024
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Dr Buckley took his time to evaluate me and explained everything clearly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 2024
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Dr. Buckley is the Best!
From the first moment I walked into the office, the staff were all so welcoming, helpful and kind. The first nurse was thorough and gracious. The second nurse was equally thorough and gracious. Both nurses immediately saw my situation and agreed on the treatment solution. Then, Dr. Buckley came in, assessed the nurses diagnosis and I got treated right there! Every aspect of my appointment and treatment were textbook perfect.I recommend this doctor and staff without reservation. If I could have left 10 stars I would have.
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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Feb 28, 2024
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Great experience!
Dr. Buckley was very professional and understanding through the whole process! Surgery went great with a quick recovery. Thanks doc!
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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Hamilton handy – Feb 10, 2024
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Dr Buckley is awesome.
I only have one hand and have been having thumb issues for almost a year. He helps me out all the time when I go in to see him. I definitely recommend Dr Buckley for your hand needs.
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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Jessica Weaver – Feb 03, 2024
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About Me

biography

Dr. Taylor Buckley, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Missoula, MT. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Patrick Hospital and Community Medical Center. He is accepting telehealth appointments.
  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Rochester

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

Practice

Northern Rockies Orthopaedics PLLP2740 South Ave W Ste 101 Missoula, MT 59804
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Big SKY Surgery Center2833 Fort Missoula Rd Missoula, MT 59804
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Patrick Hospital

    500 W Broadway St
    Missoula, MT 59802
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    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

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Community Medical Center

    2827 Fort Missoula Rd
    Missoula, MT 59804

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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