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Dr. Joel Politi, MD

Dr. Joel Politi, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Politi, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Columbus, OH and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center and Adena Fayette Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 79 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (79 reviews)

Practice

170 Taylor Station Rd Columbus, OH 43213
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Politi is affiliated with Ohio State University Hospital Columbus, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Politi specializes in the area of 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.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Politi's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Politi

4.8
79 ratings, 49 with a written review
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Great Doctor
He always takes time and listens
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 18, 2025
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Great team and great outcome!!
Dr. Politi with Team Politi are truly amazing!! Best care I have ever received from a healthcare team! Usually something is missing in a team and yet this team has been spot on all the way! Caring, responsive, happy, service focused and led by a wonderfully talented and empathetic surgeon. In my first visit, Dr. Politi came in without a laptop and by himself, sat on a rolling chair, pulled right up to me and talked about options. His eye contact was perfect and he listened. My surgery was great and I am so thankful for Dr. Politi and his team of experts. I have a new magic knee and a better life to look forward to living!! Thank you can never say enough.
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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Jen Hardesty – Mar 24, 2025
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Great experience
He’s replaced both of my hips and one knee with easy recovery and no complications. I highly recommend him.
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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Jan 27, 2025
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He was kind but honest, and truthfully to the point of what I needed to do so that he could do his job and fix my hip.
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 D – Dec 28, 2024
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Dr. Politi is great
Dr. Politi helped me thru a very difficult surgery. He explained everything to me & my husband so we could understand. Office staff is very kind & helpful. Helped me anytime I had a question & got back to me in a timely manner. No long office waits. Great & I would recommend to others.
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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Denise Null – Oct 12, 2024
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Dr. Politi is the best. His calm demeanor is very reassuring. I highly recommend you seek his expertise for a knee or hip. You won't go wrong.
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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Sep 13, 2024
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Best Orthopedic Surgeon Around
Extremely lucky to find Dr. Politi. He performed my total knee replacement and my husband’s both hip replacements. He takes the time to explain things and we both felt very comfortable with him. All surgeries went well and recovery was minimal. Thank you Dr. Politi!!
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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D&K from Johnstown – Aug 31, 2024
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Excellent surgeon and experience
I decided to go with Dr. Politi and I’m so glad that I did. The process from the visit about a replacement to my six week follow up after knee replacement surgery was excellent and Dr. Politi addressed all my concerns and gave me such great feedback about where I am in recovery. Dr. Politi takes the time to hear questions and address concerns. This is rare in today’s healthcare environment. I am really happy with the results of my replacement and would recommend anyone to Dr. Politi.
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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Aug 16, 2024
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WONDERFUL SURGEON COMPASSIONATE, PROFESSIONAL, SKILLED AND PATIENT, VERY DETAILED THIS SURGEON IS THE BEST I TRULY RECOMMEND. GREAT BEDSIDE MANNER!
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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A. Lewis – Jul 10, 2024
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When Everything Goes Wrong....
I had a total knee replacement last year. It turned out that I was allergic to the surgical glue used to close my incision (who knew that was even a thing) and it became extremely infected. I had to have a spacer knee and then another permanent knee replacement the following year. I every mishap known to man. He made sure that I had the best infectious disease doctor in the city. Whenever I went to see Dr. P, at every turn he said, 'I'll take care of it.' And he always did! He was always patient, concerned and answered all my multitude of questions. He takes his time to make sure you understand the entire process. I can't say enough about him and his entire team! He is the best!
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 09, 2024
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Extremely Pleased
From 1st visit to follow up 2 weeks after hip replacement Dr. Politi has been warm, enthusiastic, candid and supportive. I am a 78 year old and not in great shape. Despite that I walked out a few hours after surgery. Pain has been much less than expected and I fully expect complete use of my hip in a short time. My PCP told me when he referred me to Dr. Politi that he is the best. He was right. The staff have also been great.
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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Mark Forkner – Jan 26, 2024
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Knee replacement
I came to Dr. Politi after having a knee replacement and a follow up surgery with negative results. I was in pain and had very limited motion in my knee. Dr. Politi created a plan. He was kind, considerate and determined to do his best to give me a fully functional knee. He did just that, and I am thrilled! He and his staff have been wonderful to work with. I cannot say enough about Dr. Politi and the staff at Orthopedic One. I am grateful beyond words.
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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Nanci Dyer – Jan 19, 2024
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The best of the best. Very easy to work with and very pleasant. Everything was explained in detail and results speak for themselves.
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 29, 2023
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Dual knee replacements
Dr Politi on a scale of 1-10 was a 15. I'm a 73 year old diabetic who had back to back knee replacements with Dr. Politi. I was back to work within 4 months of the first surgery with both knees done back to back. Dr. Politi followed thru from the beginning and was totally efficient until giving me the ok to return to normal activities. I recommend him highly to anyone that I talk to about orthopedic surgery. Thanks Dr. P.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Joel Warmund – Nov 04, 2023
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Knee replacement
Dr PolitiDid a great job on my knee replacement I did very well would highly recommend him
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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Oct 20, 2023
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Excellence
Dr. Politi and his entire staff and surgical team are an absolute blessing. His bedside manner is caring, encouraging, and professional. He is a gifted surgeon and is kind. And very rare find. I was in a very very bad way when I met him. The surgical revision of my hip was perfection. Pain-free day one. I highly recommend Dr. Joel Politi.
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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Harvey P (HP) – Oct 04, 2023
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Two new knees
I highly recommend Dr. Joel Politi for all your knee replacement needs. He is the best. He and his team at OrthoOne Surgery Center at Easton are extremely caring, professional, and experts at what they do. I had both knee replaced one year apart and am very happy with the results!
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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Anne Smith – Sep 29, 2023
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Great care team!
Dr. Politi and his whole team are kind, have great communication skills, and will spend time answering your questions. The process for scheduling surgery, pre-surgery testing, therapy, and follow-up visits is smooth and painless. My knee has never felt better!
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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Sep 26, 2023
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World class
There’s astronauts, fighter pilots, IT Architects, and then there’s Joel Politi. World class all. Dr Joel Politi has performed multiple surgeries for me since 2009. All of which have kept me healthy and living the active life I so much enjoy. Joel has an unequaled skill set, an exemplary humility for people, a vast wealth of knowledge regarding his craft, a passion for healing, I could go on and on. Always assuring and calm, always direct and truthful, always confident due to all these attributes he would probably downplay. But that’s Dr Politi. Joel is obviously on my short list of people in my life I trust and would recommend to my mother if she were still with us. You won’t find a better orthopedic surgeon…period.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Randy Snodgrass – Jul 28, 2023
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Dr.Politi total right knee replacement
Dr. Politi listened carefully to my history. I had a previous surgery to repair ACL/MCL by another doctor and ended up with gangrene that compromised my tibia and femur at the knee. Dr. Politi made me feel at ease that he could successfully do a knee replacement. His bed side manner and surgical skills are incredible. I am now six weeks out from surgery and walking fine. Dr. Politi gave me my quality of life back. I give him FIVE STARS and would highly recommend him. Thank you Dr. Politi for helping me get my life back.
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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May 20, 2023
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Dr. Joel Politi, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Columbus, OH and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southeastern Ohio...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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  • New England Baptist Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Akron City Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Akron Gen Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Kent State University

    Medical School
  • Northeast Ohio Medical University

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office170 Taylor Station Rd Columbus, OH 43213
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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

Practice

Orthopedic One Inc605 Crescent Pl Gahanna, OH 43230
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Office3600 Stelzer Rd Columbus, OH 43219
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Practice

Mount Carmel East Hospital6001 E Broad St Columbus, OH 43213
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ohio State University Hospital

    410 W 10th Ave
    Columbus, OH 43210
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Genesis Hospital

    2951 Maple Ave
    Zanesville, OH 43701
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Mount Carmel East

    6001 E Broad St
    Columbus, OH 43213

    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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