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Dr. Lance Winter, DO

Dr. Lance Winter, DO

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Lance Winter, DO is an orthopedic surgeon in Scottsdale, AZ and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 51 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (51 reviews)

Practice

20401 N 73rd St Ste 140 Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Telehealth available

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Dr. Winter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Winter

3.9
51 ratings, 26 with a written review
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I had an evaluation done with dr lance winter on Sept 3 2024 for a work related back injury and he wrote the report to coincide with the workers comp adjuster. I felt pain during several stretches of the evaluation and dr winter wrote on the notes that I was perfectly ok. He asked me to bend backwards and I literally bent backwards not even an inch and felt very sharp pain and dr winter put that it was a mild pain. This guy needs to get his license revoked because he is clearly not in the best interest of the patient.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Alex – Sep 20, 2024
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I WOULD NEVER WANT HIM AS MY PHYSICIAN
I was SHOCKED and saddened to hear about the racially motivated experiences of someone close to Dr.Winter. Personally, I would not want him as my physician.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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NO! – Jun 07, 2024
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Lied to me then never called me back
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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John – Aug 29, 2023
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Top notch!
I had extreme shoulder pain, and was able to get a same day appointment. The staff was friendly, and Dr Winter was personable and knowledgeable, and spent ample time with me. A simple injection and I was just like new. Also, the office is new, clean, and welcoming. I’d highly recommend Dr. Winter.
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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Bernadette C. – Jun 08, 2023
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I highly recommend Dr. Winter. I love Dr. Winter and his staff! Having Dr. Winter as my surgeon has been a blessing. I had a hip replacement in December and wouldn't have wanted any other Dr. He is professional, caring, and very attentive to my needs. I was so scared and unsure, but I am truly in better shape now.
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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Felicia Jaramillo – May 26, 2023
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Smart, caring and competent!
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
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Jim Gregson – Jan 31, 2023
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Seen Dr Winter a few times, really just at the beginning of figuring out my shoulder issues. He and his staff have really been great. I'm feeling pretty confident continuing my treatment.
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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Jan 18, 2023
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Always pleasant
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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C Speer – Oct 29, 2022
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Great Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Winter replaced my hip over a year ago. The recovery was very good, and I had no issues with the surgery. Wish I would have had Dr Winter replace the hip years ago! I honestly do not believe you will find a better Orthopedic Surgeon.
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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John B – Aug 22, 2022
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Outstanding Orthopedic Doctor! Highly Recommend
Dr. Winter was terrific! Knowledgeable, sensitive, informative, and professional… My Grandmother immediately felt at ease and we felt confident in receiving his expert medical care for her broken hip. The procedure went perfectly and our family is thankful for Dr.Winter! Very impressed with the overall experience. HIGHLY recommend!
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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D.Lembo – Jul 08, 2022
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Friendly and Very thorough
Dr. Winter saw my daughter for her elbow. He was very approachable and explained her imaging in great detail. Appointment wasn’t rushed and he took his time explaining her condition.
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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R. S – May 17, 2022
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I broke my wrist in Tennessee and came home to Phoenix days later. Needed an orthopedic surgeon asap. A friend recommended Dr Winter. I called and they saw me within a day and scheduled me for surgery for the following Monday when he had to insert an external fixator. Dr Winter and his team are professional and courteous. He is an excellent surgeon and explained everything in detail before and after surgery. He removed the fixator after 6 weeks and has been seeing me for follow up appointments. It's been rough but I am now in PT recovering well.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ruby Blum – Feb 22, 2022
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I was given such good advice from Dr. Winter about my hip condition. He offered a solution that was rational but wasn’t as risky as what other orthopedic surgeons suggested. He put me at ease and as a fellow veteran he understood what my situation was. I plan to take action solely based upon the information Dr. Winter provided me with. All of the other staff I talked to were helpful as well.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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A. L. – Feb 12, 2022
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Should have seen him sooner!
Been suffering with rotator cuff tear for over six plus years. It continued to get worse to where my shoulder would dislocate a weekly basis. Dr. Winter was recommended to me by a co-workers friend. When I reached out to his office they reassured me and gave confidence I needed. I was surprised how quickly they were able to get me in. They definitely took great care of me. Dr. Winter and his staff were very accommodating & understanding. Currently my shoulder has never felt better. The aching is gone and therapy is going great. I am extremely thankful for Dr. Winter and his team. I definitely should have done this sooner.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Nicole – Feb 10, 2022
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Took my son to his appointment with Dr Winter. He was very considerate and took the extra time to explain to my son his type of bone fracture and the healing process.
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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Dan B. – Jan 19, 2022
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Dr winters needs to stand up and take a bow, he was exceptional to work with,,, and he made my knee look and feel normal for the first time in 20 yrs. I am extremely pleased.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Gene suiter – Aug 05, 2020
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Dr. Lance Winters did not spend more than 5 minutes with me told me I had a condition that I do not have an argue with me about it. He's very pompous and condescending and his attitude his bedside manner and does not spend any time doing his Discovery he did not even touch me that alone do any reading of any of the documentation is MRIs surgical reports excetera that I brought stay away from this quack
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Melissa Owen – Feb 01, 2020
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Dr. Winter did a phenomenal job on replacing my lift hip on 1/6/2020. When I first met him I was impressed with his eye contact, his friendliness, and patience in answering all my questions. I never felt rushed. My hip was in horrible shape; the ball had collapsed into the socket. The first date available was 2/16, but they proactively got me in early. I'm now pain free! He's an expert on the anterior hip procedure which takes extra, special training that many other DO's don't have in the Valley. This procedure has an easier and shorter recovery time with less downside and chance for hip dislocation. Since I still teach martial arts, at age 70, and go to the gym about 5 days a week, it was important to me to have a highly skilled surgeon, with a lot of experience, do a procedure that would give me excellent range of motion. In my opinion he is a consummate professional who you can trust to do stellar work. I recommend him unequivocally! You will not be disappointed.
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
2 others found this helpful
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William Maier – Jan 15, 2020
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Dr. Winter is an amazing surgeon. After years of pain and limited mobility I finally found a doctor that would take the time to listen. I received 2 total knee replacements and i haven't felt this good in years. He is professional, intelligent capable and very kind. I reccomend him highly. This man is top notch!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Amy – Nov 16, 2019
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I Honestly could not give Dr. Winter a higher recommendation. I would definitely recommend him to anyone. He was recommended to me by a friend who had had great results with him. I saw him for problems I have had with my shoulder for years. I am so happy I did, he is an amazing physician. My shoulder is finally better! He listened to my problems intently, explained my problem and his treatment plan and helped me tremendously. He is an excellent physician. He is kind, and cares about his patients
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jason W in Cave Creek , AZ – Feb 26, 2019
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Dr. Winter takes pride in offering innovative and minimally invasive technology and advancements in orhtopedic care. He is dedicated to helping patients return to the healthy, active life style they desire. There are some situations in which surgery...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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  • Los Angeles Ortho Inst

    Fellowship Hospital, 2006
  • Riverside County Regional Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2005
  • Doctors Hospital Ohio Health

    Internship Hospital, 2001
  • Midwestern University Arizona College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
  • Arizona State University

    Undergraduate School, 1993
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Practice

Winter Orthopedic Institute PLC.20401 N 73rd St Ste 140 Scottsdale, AZ 85255
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Kierland Physical Therapy and Rehab Specialists6565 E Greenway Pkwy Ste 100A Scottsdale, AZ 85254
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