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Dr. Joseph Fluence, MD

Dr. Joseph Fluence, MD

Anesthesiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Fluence, MD is an anesthesiologist in Modesto, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loma Linda University in 1979. He is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

1401 Spanos Ct Ste 130 Modesto, CA 95355

Make an Appointment

(209) 524-1211

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fluence is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center Modesto, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fluence specializes in the area of Anesthesiology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Fluence's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fluence

2.8

6 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
33%
33%
4 Star
17%
17%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
50%
50%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Theresa – Mar 17, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Susan – Feb 03, 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
Ken Edwards – Dec 24, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Fluence, MD is an anesthesiologist in Modesto, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loma Linda University in 1979. He is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Anesthesiology

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  • Loma Linda University

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Locations

Practice

Valley Retina PC1401 Spanos Ct Ste 130 Modesto, CA 95355
1

Practice

Memorial Medical Center1700 Coffee Rd Modesto, CA 95355
2

Practice

Sutter Gould Medical Foundation Clinical600 Coffee Rd Modesto, CA 95355
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Memorial Medical Center

    1700 Coffee Rd
    Modesto, CA 95355
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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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

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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