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Dr. Lance Davlin, MD

Dr. Lance Davlin, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Lance Davlin, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Norfolk, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sentara Princess Anne Hospital and Sentara Leigh Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

844 Kempsville Rd Ste 104 Norfolk, VA 23502

Make an Appointment

(757) 252-5600

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Davlin is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital Virginia Beach, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Davlin specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Davlin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Davlin

4.6
28 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
82%
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4 star
7%
7%
3 star
4%
4%
2 star
0%
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1 star
7%
7%

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I went in with a very odd wrist issue. Dr. Davlin very thoroughly checked it, then told me honestly that he had no answers. With his tenacity in his attempt, but failure to diagnose; led me to think way outside the box, and discover the cause. Problem solved, but wouldn’t have been if not for his sincerity, and depth of investigation of my problem.This was 13 years ago, and I still refer to him frequently in stories to my 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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Gary Batts – Nov 25, 2023
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Crushed wrist and he did a fantastic job in surgery!! I would recommend him to anyone!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rae Parker – Aug 29, 2019
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Wonderful provider! Would not go to another Hand Doctor! Dr. Davlin and his team are compassionate, patient, and very attentive.
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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Norfolk, VA – Sep 29, 2018
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Dr. Davlin’s policies about seeing new patients are inappropriate. His staff refused to make an appt. until I provided all of the chart notes on any prior hand procedures I’d ever had, including those that had nothing to do with my need to see him for an unsuccessfully treated shattered finger. Reason: Sentara stated inaccurately I was treated by a previous orthopaedic hand surgeon. It appears Dr. Davlin is more afraid of being sued, than practing medicine, & is not interested in accuracy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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May 10, 2018
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Dr. Davlin was very polite, and listened to my issues with my wrist. However I always felt rushed. Having gone four separate times for the same issue, and three cortisone shots, the pain was still there. I also had a pea sized nodule on the bottom of my middle finger on bottom side of palm, that he said needed surgery to remove. After living in pain for several years, I started taking Pure Encapsulations Magenesium Citrate. FYI, the nodule has disappeared and the pain is pretty much gone!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Virginia Beach, VA – Sep 24, 2017
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Dr. Davlin was very professional !!! He gave me options and helped me establish the best plan for my upcoming procedure. The staff is great! I would defintly refer to Dr. Davlin.
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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MELISSA KEMP in VA BEACH – Aug 18, 2016
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Dr. Davlin did an amazing job repairing my left distill bicep tendon rupture. I followed his directions to the T and I am looking at a 100% recovery in my activity level. His professionalism and knowledge was second to none. I would highly recommend Dr. Davlin to anyone in need of forearm or hand surgery!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Dave "Willy" Williamson in Virginia Beach, VA – Jul 01, 2016
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Very respectful,explains the injury and the options you have to treat the injury. He tells you his opinion as to which procedure he believes would be the best treatment according to the injury but allows his patients to make the choice on the option of procedure they are comfortable with having done. Very concerned about patients healing process. But over all he is the best surgeon without any doubt,buy the way my surgery was a wrist fusion. Pretty intense surgery. He has my trust ??pct??
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Jeff Pleasant in Grandy N.C – Apr 23, 2016
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Wouldn't even see me about my condition! What kind of doctor refuses care? Your whole job is to see patient's even if it's to give advice or guidance on your condition. Giving me a well we can't help you and he won't see you is extremely unprofessional. I'm left with a serious hand condition and zero answers! HALF STAR at best!
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
9 others found this helpful
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Virginia beach – Mar 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lance Davlin, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Norfolk, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sentara Princess Anne Hospital and Sentara Leigh Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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

  • Jefferson Med College

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • Eastern Va Med School Ortho Dept

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • Ucla Orthopedic Dept

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Tulane Med School

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • Tulane University Of Louisiana

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Sentara Medical Group844 Kempsville Rd Ste 104 Norfolk, VA 23502
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

    2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr
    Virginia Beach, VA 23456
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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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

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sentara Leigh Hospital

    830 Kempsville Rd
    Norfolk, VA 23502
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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