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Dr. Thomas Fessler, MD

Dr. Thomas Fessler, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Fessler, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Erie, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Millcreek Community Hospital and Warren General Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (46 reviews)

Practice

100 Peach St Ste 400 Erie, PA 16507

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Dr. Fessler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fessler

4.6
46 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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1 star
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Worst experience ever
Worst outcome possible on a hip surgery, headed to my 4th surgery to try and fix his mistakes, left in terrible pain no relief
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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J Gadley – Aug 03, 2022
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I love Dr Fessler. He talks to me and listens to me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Denise Alcorn – Mar 05, 2020
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Excellent and professional service. He is upstanding and takes his time with each patient. He explains things well and makes you understand your condition.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Alex – Feb 02, 2020
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He is a good doctor but his nurse practitioner should be hired to torture people. She yank my hip all around and did not care it was killing me. I was crying profusely and she kept yanking it all over. Ask for him only so you won't be tortured.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Michelle Morgan Whaley in Jamestown, NY – Feb 07, 2019
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Very pleased with surgery. Professional and friendly. Office staff is great and quality of care is top notch.
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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Marcy H. in Warren, PA – Nov 05, 2018
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Amazing and talented surgeon. He has done major work/repair on me and other family members with outstanding outcomes. Would always seek out his expertise in the event I need orthopaedic work in the future.
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
2 others found this helpful
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ERIE – May 03, 2018
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This doctor spent very little time with me and let his nurse take care of everything.. There was no review of my xrays, discussion or explanation of possible treatment options down the road and was in and out in 10 minutes..!Not impressed at all, poor bedside skills and entire visit was like an assembly line.. After questioning why an mri was suggested I was told it was necessary for insurance issues if surgery was ever needed, but during the call back was told you dont do surgery on my condtion
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 27, 2018
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Dr. Fessler did both of my total knee replacements. One was 7 years ago and the other was 3 years ago. I have been eternally grateful that he did them and I have not had one problem with them. My meetings with Dr. Fessler were always great and he took as much time with me as I needed. I would recommend him to anybody who needs his area of expertise.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Keith Reynolds in Erie, PA – Aug 12, 2017
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Dr Fessler is experienced, knowledgeable, professional and kind.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Kathryn Wilcox in Erie, PA – Oct 15, 2016
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Excellent. Very professional
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Erie Pa – Feb 13, 2016
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I and my kids have gone to Dr Fessler over the years whenever an accident occured. Tom was always helpful, very patient, and always always always put the interest of the patient first. When i was young the go-to doctor was Doc Rahner.....Doc Rahner went out of his way to help out the patient (and thier family). To me, Tom Fessler is the modern day Doc.Rahner.
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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john dill in Erie PA – Feb 12, 2016
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Dr Fessler has been an asset to our community and has treated myself as well as family members with great results for years. He is very experienced and knowledgeable along with the caring and compassion that is lacking in a lot of physicians. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of orthopedic care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Wendy Hodges in Erie, PA – Feb 12, 2016
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Very patient with you. Listens to your concerns. Asks good questions. Lays out your options and then gives his recommendation. Great bedside manners.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Feb 12, 2016
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Best 'bedside' manners a doctor can have. Does not rush patients thru like an assembly line.
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
3 others found this helpful
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GPD in Erie, PA – Feb 11, 2016
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Dr. Fessler's wealth of knowledge in the orthopedic field is Outstanding. His respect and care for the patient is first rate. My son broke his collar bone in November and Dr. Fessler has taken great care of him. My son is very anxious to get back in the gym to work out , although Dr. Fessler understands his frustrations, he make it clear that if Mike goes too soon, he will injurer his shoulder.Dr. Fessler cares long term about his patients and not just fix them and ship them out.
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
3 others found this helpful
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MIchael Squeglia in Erie, PA – Feb 11, 2016
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Dr. Fessler just treated my hip and shoulder which have been bothering me for several months. I was concerned that I would need to have surgeries on both the hip and shoulder and I would miss work. Nevertheless, I was willing to proceed with surgery by Dr. Fessler, if needed, because he previously performed knee surgery a few years ago and I had great success. As it turns out, he provided quick relief of my problems by an injection and medication. Outstanding Physician. 5+++.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Don F in Erie, PA – Feb 11, 2016
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Excellent doctor. Very caring and did a great job explaining my injury so that I could make an informed decision as to my treatment. Highly recommend him to anyone.
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
3 others found this helpful
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John F in Erie, PA – Feb 02, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

When I was trained at Georgetown University, completed my internship at Washington Hospital Center and my residency at the University of Massachusetts, I learned more than just about the anatomy of the human body.

My training focused...
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  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Us Navy

    1989
  • University Of Massachusetts Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1986
  • Washington Hospital Center

    Internship Hospital, 1982
  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
  • Georgetown University

    Undergraduate School, 1977
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Locations

Practice

Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine of Erie PC100 Peach St Ste 400 Erie, PA 16507
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Practice

Great Lakes Physician Practice PC15 S Main St Jamestown, NY 14701
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Office333 State St Ste 103 Erie, PA 16507
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Westfield Memorial Hospital

    189 E Main St
    Westfield, NY 14787

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

    91%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

    18% higher than the national average

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  • Saint Vincent Hospital

    232 W 25th St
    Erie, PA 16544

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UPMC Hamot

    201 State St
    Erie, PA 16550
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    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

    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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