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Dr. Elizabeth Truelove, MD

Dr. Elizabeth Truelove, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*

Dr. Elizabeth Truelove, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Bangor, ME. She is affiliated with medical facilities Northern Light Inland Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital.

5 Star Rating
Based on 61 reviews 5 Star Rating (61 reviews)

Practice

78 Ridgewood Dr Bangor, ME 04401

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Truelove is affiliated with St. Joseph Hospital Bangor, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Truelove specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Truelove's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Truelove

5.0
61 ratings, 49 with a written review
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She was great
She was very sweet and very kind and explained everything to 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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Mar 24, 2025
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Not having to wait
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 04, 2025
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She great
DR. Truelove takes take the time to make sure you understand what treatment would work best for 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Lou Ann – Dec 17, 2024
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Dr. Truelove was very professional, caring and made sure I was happy with the treatment choices and understood 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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Dec 13, 2024
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Highly likely! Wonderful bedside manner!
Very intelligent and well informed! I was very comfortable with her and trust her with my medical situation.
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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Richard Wheelden – Nov 01, 2024
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Highly recommend
Dr. Truelove took the time to explain all of my options and listened to what I had to say. The secretary and nurse were kind and welcoming. I felt cared about:
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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Oct 26, 2024
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Highly likely
Everything was great. Courteous. Friendly. Professional
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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Oct 26, 2024
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Dr. Truelove was very pleasant, friendly, informative, thorough, and down to earth., as we're all in her office.
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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Cheryl – Oct 18, 2024
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Was very pleased with my treatment, Dr Truelove was excellent
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 18, 2024
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She is very nice. I like her a lot. She explains stuff to me so I will understand.
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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Oct 18, 2024
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Amazing provider
After being seen by urgent care and another facility, this experience was entirely different. I got comprehensive X-rays. I was listened to and treated with respect and compassion. All encounters with staff were great. We came up with a treatment plan that works for my life as well as my healing plan.
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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Fynn Dill – Aug 29, 2024
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superior
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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barry nowell – Jul 11, 2024
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Liked her
Very efficient and understanding.
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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Jun 05, 2024
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Very likely
Doctor was very professional, knowledgeable, and competent. She listened to everything I had to say, explained possible courses of action, made recommendations, provided available treatment and made arrangement for follow up.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Pieter DeHaas – Apr 26, 2024
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Truelove is truly the best!
Laser focused risk reward. Very strategic
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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Diana – Apr 25, 2024
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Consummate professional with a caring heart
Dr. Truelove is personable and attentive. She listens and hears what I say. Her exams are always extremely thorough. Her explanation of the condition and recommended treatment is always clear and concise. Her expertise is top notch.
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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Jim Guest – Mar 02, 2024
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She is clear on her explanations, allows for quest
Office is clean, reception very friendly.The Dr explained all steps before she did them.
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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Jan 09, 2024
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:)
she is very nice, helpful, and easy to talk to!
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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dan – Jan 05, 2024
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Top-notch care
Dr. Truelove is an excellent surgeon; skilled, perceptive, and an excellent communicator. I would gladly give her the highest recommendation.
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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Nov 10, 2023
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Exceptional!
Dr. Truelove is an exceptional doctor who combines both professional talent and expertise with a unique ability to relate to patients. She listens well to questions and concerns, and takes time to provide thoughtful and easy to understand responses. Containing both the (people) skills and empathy to relate to the needs of individual patients, while also having the technical knowledge and expertise as a surgeon is rare gift. Dr. Truelove has both.
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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Lynn Nickerson – Sep 09, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Elizabeth Truelove, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Bangor, ME. She is affiliated with medical facilities Northern Light Inland Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital.
  • 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 Dentistry

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

Practice

Down East Orthopedic Assoc. PA78 Ridgewood Dr Bangor, ME 04401
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Practice

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center489 State St Bangor, ME 04401
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Joseph Hospital

    360 Broadway
    Bangor, ME 04401
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Northern Light Inland Hospital

    200 Kennedy Memorial Dr
    Waterville, ME 04901

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

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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