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Dr. John Willis, MD

Dr. John Willis, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. John Willis, MD is a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon in Sandwich, MA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with Cape Cod Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 73 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (73 reviews)

Practice

18 Route 6A Apt 2 Sandwich, MA 02563

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Willis specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Willis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Willis

4.6
73 ratings, 50 with a written review
5 star
88%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
1%
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2 star
1%
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1 star
7%
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Highly recommended
Dr. Willis performed left shoulder rotator cuff surgery on me. Throughout the whole process, from pre-op through post-op, he was very professional, friendly, and supportive. All I can say is thank you, Dr. Willis.
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, 2025
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Dr. Willis is very knowledgeable, friendly & personable. Al, you can ask for in a doctor!
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 02, 2025
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Dr Willis
Dr Willis is an excellent doctor who fixed my left shoulder and will soon fix my right. He is knowledge, explains things so I can understand and is an excellent surgeon.
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 31, 2025
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Extraordinary Surgeon, Great Surgical Experience
As a Surgeon myself, I could've seen anyone, but I went to Dr. Willis because of his reputation among other surgeons. Dr. Willis read my MRI in front or me, gave me a plan, and personally saw me through the pathway from office to OR. I heard he was the best technician, and this proved to be true. He is an exceptional master craftsman, tremendous personality and bedside manner. Among the best if not the best technician in the US, certainly in Massachusetts. His PA Trend was also an awesome guy.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Andrew Kramer, MD – Nov 13, 2024
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Expectations greatly exceeded.
Dr. Willis has provided answers to all of my questions without making me feel as though he was rushing on to the next patient. All of the staff and employees that work with and for Dr. Willis have been polite, respectful, and friendly.
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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C Vardakis – Sep 16, 2024
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he's a miracle worker!
he fixed my shoulder and it's so much better! it'll be even better at the end of the healing process,you just have to do what he and the PT people tell 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
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Sep 12, 2024
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Awesome staff of happy folk,amazing bedside manner
Top shelf treatment, reassurance
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 12, 2024
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Very knowledgeable and helpful
I have had several visits with Dr. Willis for a broken arm. He was always patient, attentive and knowledgeable. Answered all of my questions with a smile. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 11, 2024
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Highly Recommended
Excellent, does great work, five stars!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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John Pribilla – Jul 19, 2024
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I was scared to find out what was wrong with my knee. The idea of consulting with a surgeon was scary. To find he was willing to try the least invasive treatment and to have the improvement I have felt in just the last few days is miraculous to me. Dr Willis was patient and took the time to explain my situation as he understood it was worth it all.
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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Emf – Jun 15, 2024
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Dr. Willis provided excellent care and guidance toward healing my rotator cuff injury. His team worked well together toward making my recovery possible, within the confines of a very challenging set of circumstances.With Dr.Willis's coordination, I was able to work with Dr. Affonso who successfully completed a total reverse shoulder replacement. After 10 weeks post-op, I can't say enough for both physicians and their assistants.. They are truly the best available anywhere.
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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John L. – Mar 23, 2024
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Excellent and attentive
The doctor was thorough, and listened carefully. He had great bedside manner and did a great job of explaining, what the physical damage was, treatment options and gave a great overview of best, worst, and likely scenarios. I am extremely happy with my choice.
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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Mike. L – Mar 21, 2024
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Great doctor s , and staff. Still not 100 percent
Still healing
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 19, 2024
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Rotator Cuff
Dr. Willis did my right shoulder 20 years ago, and it’s still fine, so when it came to the left, I felt I would be in even MORE experienced, and competent hands. I felt very confident in his abilities. This surgery is no walk in the park, but my healing went exactly as predicted.
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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Bob King – Jan 17, 2024
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Great guy! Knowledgable and caring surgeon.
Identifies physical problem and limitations with empathetic concern for patients ability to get back to normal life as quickly as possible.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bill Kelly – Nov 21, 2023
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Knee surgery by Dr Willis
great followup by Dr. Willis and PA Trent Hiles. Complete confidence in recovery.
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 Wisneski – Nov 21, 2023
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Follow up
Great news! My knee has healed well!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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John – Nov 21, 2023
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Good surgeon, explanation, procedure, etc.
Informative office visit, good surgery 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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Nov 21, 2023
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Great Surgeon
I would recommend Dr Willis and his office to anyone in need.He always takes care of my issues and advises me of all of my options.
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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Jeffery Larkowski – Oct 16, 2023
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Shoulder repair
Torn rotator cuff tendon, great repair from Dr Willis! Recovery is still ongoing 3 months later but improving daily; with motion, pain and strength
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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East Falmouth – Sep 28, 2023
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care philosophy

Dr. John Willis is an orthopaedic surgeon at Cape Cod Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine. He completed Orthopaedic Surgery training at the University of Connecticut and has a fellowship in Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine from the Rocky Mountain Sports...read more

biography

Specializing in Arthroscopic knee and shoulder repair with an advanced focus on Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Rocky Mountain Sports Med Co

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999
  • University Of Connecticut

    Internship Hospital, 1994
  • University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine

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

Practice

Cape Cod Orthopedics and Sports Medicine PC18 Route 6A Apt 2 Sandwich, MA 02563
1
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Cape Cod Hospital27 Park St Hyannis, MA 02601
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: open 24 hours
    • Tue: open 24 hours
    • Wed: open 24 hours
    • Thu: open 24 hours
    • Fri: open 24 hours
    • Sat: open 24 hours
    • Sun: open 24 hours
  • Directions

Practice

Office130 North St Hyannis, MA 02601
3
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cape Cod Hospital

    27 Park St
    Hyannis, MA 02601
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    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

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

    2% higher than the national average

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