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Dr. Mark Abel, MD

Dr. Mark Abel, MD

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Mark Abel, MD is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon in Charlottesville, VA. He is affiliated with medical facilities ECU Health North Hospital and UVA Health Sciences Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

UVA Health Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic

1204 W Main St # 4 Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 243-0321

Care Philosophy

"Management of musculoskeletal complaints in children including healthy children and children with developmental disabilities."

- Dr. Mark Abel, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Abel specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Abel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Abel

5.0

8 ratings, 2 with a written review
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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
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North Tazewell, VA – Apr 17, 2017
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Laura in Roanoke, va – Jan 16, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Management of musculoskeletal complaints in children including healthy children and children with developmental disabilities.

biography

Mark Abel, MD, is a pediatric orthopedist at UVA Health Children's who is internationally recognized as an expert in spine deformities and scoliosis.

  • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School

  • University Of California And San Diego Children's Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1989

  • University California San Diego

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Washington University And Barnes Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • Awarded Alfred R. Shands, Jr Endowed Chair, at the University of Virginia, 2004

  • Research Awards from American Academy for Cerebral Palsy & Developmental Medicine-Study entitled: "Relationships Among Musculoskeletal Impairment, Fun, 2000

  • Research Awards from American Academy for Cerebral Palsy & Developmental Medicine-Study on: Relationship of Gait Analysis to Gross Motor Function in C, 1996

  • Named Chairman of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Virginia, 2008

  • Original Research Award: Southern Medical Association: "For outstanding clinical research" in Southern Region, 2000

  • Admitted to American Orthopaedic Association: "Membership reflects leadership in orthopaedic surgery through teaching & research", 2000

  • Named in "Best Doctors in America" by physician peers, 2007

  • Named in "Best Doctors in America" by physician peers, 2008

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Locations

UVA Health Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic

UVA Health Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic1204 W Main St # 4 Charlottesville, VA 22903
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UVA Health Sciences Center

    1215 Lee St
    Charlottesville, VA 22908
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • ECU Health North Hospital

    250 Smith Church Rd
    Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

    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 doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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