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Dr. Gonzalo Valdivia, MD

Dr. Gonzalo Valdivia, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Gonzalo Valdivia, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Palm Bay, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Valdivia has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Holmes Regional Medical Center and Palm Bay Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

1421 Malabar Rd NE Ste 205 Palm Bay, FL 32907

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Dr. Valdivia's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Valdivia

4.0

30 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
70%
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4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
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2 Star
10%
10%
1 Star
17%
17%

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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
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 29, 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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Cindy W – Jun 12, 2022
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 24, 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
Helpful
Karyn – Jun 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Donna Ferraro – Apr 24, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 23, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 27, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joanne Boman in Palm Bay, FL – Feb 19, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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PALM BAY, FL – Jan 25, 2019
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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
Helpful
Palm Bay, FL – Jan 22, 2019
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pat Olsen in Merritt Island, FL – Sep 02, 2017
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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
Helpful
Merritt Island, FL – Jul 11, 2017
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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
Helpful
Ramsay A. in Palm Bay, FL – Jul 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Palm Bay, FL – Mar 06, 2017
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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
Helpful
R Horan in Palm Bay, FL – Feb 23, 2017
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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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Richard B in Palm Bay – Jan 09, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

 Dr.Valdivia believes that the best orthopedic care takes place when patients are actively involved in the decision process. He prides himself in offering his patients the most appropriate treatment with compassion and exact technical skill.

biography

Fellowship Trained in Joint Replacement and Adult Reconstruction.

Medical Director, The Center for Joint Replacement, Palm Bay Hospital.

Dr. Valdivia is a Fellowship trained, Board Certified orthopedic surgeon in practice...
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  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Wstrn On

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
  • Mcgill University

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • Mcgill University Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
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Locations

Practice

Office1421 Malabar Rd NE Ste 205 Palm Bay, FL 32907
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Palm Bay Hospital

    1425 Malabar Rd NE
    Palm Bay, FL 32907
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

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

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower 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
  • Holmes Regional Medical Center

    1350 Hickory St
    Melbourne, FL 32901
    Recipient of 3
    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

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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