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Dr. Joseph Metcalf, MD

Dr. Joseph Metcalf, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Metcalf, MD is a general surgeon in Oak Ridge, TN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

120 Administration Rd Oak Ridge, TN 37830

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Metcalf is affiliated with Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge Oak Ridge, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Metcalf specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Metcalf's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Metcalf

3.8

12 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
58%
58%
4 Star
17%
17%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
25%
25%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 08, 2019
Dr. Joseph Metcalf does not practice obstetrics ,...Read More
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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
Jun 13, 2018
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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
Helpful
Dec 21, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Metcalf, MD is a general surgeon in Oak Ridge, TN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

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  • University Miss Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1987
  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Oak Ridge Surgeons120 Administration Rd Oak Ridge, TN 37830
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge

    990 Oak Ridge Tpke
    Oak Ridge, TN 37830
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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