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Dr. Joseph Nessler, MD

Dr. Joseph Nessler, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Nessler, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Sartell, MN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Centracare-St. Cloud Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 5 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

1901 Connecticut Ave S Sartell, MN 56377
Telehealth available

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Dr. Nessler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nessler

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42 ratings, 30 with a written review
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Answered all questions. Very through and friendly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 08, 2025
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Dr Nessler was wonderful and very informative.
I received wonderful care and he had time to answer all my questions.
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 04, 2025
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Dr. Nessler is an excellent surgeon. He replaced both of my hips and is about to do my right knee. He is personable. He listens and takes the time to make sure l understand What the plan is going to be to help Fix the problem. I recommend him very highly.
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 22, 2025
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I have been a patient of Dr Nessler’s for many years and he is simply 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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Nov 26, 2024
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Definitely
I got all the answers to my questions and felt very good after my visit with Dr. Nessler
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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Denny Niess – Sep 17, 2024
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Dr Nessler was friendly and very professional
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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Sep 17, 2024
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I waited 40 min past my appointment time
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
  • Long wait times
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Steve Nelson – Jul 30, 2024
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Appreciate his depth of experience
Very informative, approachable, positive, cheerful
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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Jun 04, 2024
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The best orthopedic knee surgeon.
I highly recommend Dr. Nessler & his assistant Erik Hanson. They truly care for their patients.
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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Jean Kuseske – Apr 16, 2024
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Perfect
The Dr and PA were very thorough. I’m impressed!
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 16, 2024
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Dr. Nessler. Dr. Hanson
Very professional and very personable. All my questions were answered with very understandable answers. The entire staff made me feel comfortable. Made me feel I had come to the right place.
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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Scott Harmening – Apr 16, 2024
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I confident Dr Nessler avocates for me personally
I felt I was in control with choosing my course of treatment after receiving options from Dr. Nessler and his team. I feel confident in their care
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
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Kate – Jan 16, 2024
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He did a phenomenal job. My recovery...amazing!
He is direct, succinct, and professional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Happy and ready to wear out another hip! – Dec 01, 2023
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Dr. Nessler is so “human” where many drs are not.
Dr. Nessler personalizes his visit with humor and making the care plan easy to understand.
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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Oct 10, 2023
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His concern and professionalism.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sandy Kay Lawrence – Oct 08, 2023
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My husband sees Dr. Nessler and he was impressed with the knowledge of Dr. Nessler. He also likes very much Dr. Hansen who gave him the knee cortisone shot and the assistant that he talked to prior to his visit with Dr. Nessler.
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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Oct 06, 2023
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Excellent
So... knowledgeable, gentle, understanding.
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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Lois bowers – Oct 06, 2023
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I would definitely recommend
Dr. Nessler explained my diagnosis so it was easy to understand. Figured what my options were and what the results might be. Very Professional.
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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Craig Moore – Jun 27, 2023
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Had a very positive experience.
X-rays were taken and reviewed in the same visit. Dr Nessler did an exam and listened to my concerns before making his recommendation for moving forward. He explained different options and answered all my questions. I was very pleased with this initial visit and will definitely return.
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
What could be improved
No results
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May 02, 2023
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very understanding
What went well
  • 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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Gail Knutsen – Dec 20, 2022
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care philosophy

Dr. Nessler received his orthopedic training at the Rochester Mayo Clinic. He has a specialty practice in hip and knee joint replacement as well as revision joint replacement. Dr. Nessler joined St. Cloud Orthopedic Association in 1991 and is a...read more

biography

Joseph Nessler, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Sartell, MN. He's been practicing for 27 years. He graduated from the University Of Chicago/The Pritzker School.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Mayo Grad School Med/mayo Fndn

    Residency Hospital, 1991

  • Mayo Grad School Med-clin

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • University Of Illinois College Of Pharmacy

    Undergraduate School, 1982
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St. Cloud Orthopedic Associates LTD.1901 Connecticut Ave S Sartell, MN 56377
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    • Mon: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 5:30pm
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