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Dr. Ralph Morales, MD

Dr. Ralph Morales, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Ralph Morales, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Brunswick, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Morales has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Southeast Georgia Health System-Brunswick. He is accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

3231 Glynn Ave Brunswick, GA 31520

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Dr. Morales' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Morales

3.1
24 ratings, 13 with a written review
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Dr, Morales is amazing!
Dr. Morales treated me for my knee and lower leg pain. He sent me for an ultra sound to make sure that I did not have a blood clot. He gave me an injection that helped me for 6 months. Would highly recommend Dr. Morales and the PT group. I am very grateful to both.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Terry Dyer – Dec 04, 2023
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He was polite, cooperative, and considerate during the treatment of my rotator cuff tear to prevent surgery. He agreed to my self-physical therapy request because of my circumstances. I could do my own and use bands plus recommended therapy from PH group. Later I was released from his care without surgery, but agreed to continue self-therapy. Exercise is better than 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
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Pam – Aug 25, 2021
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Would not recommend. No
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 22, 2021
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I've been going to the other orthopedic group for over 3 years and was told by many friends to switch. I am so glad I did. Yes, the wait was a little long, but only because they do a better job than other ortho groups. Dr. Morales and his staff were extremely knowledgeable and caring. I had a far better knee exam than I have ever had before and everything was explained to me. The other group's knee doctor barely examined me and wrote off my pain. Dr. Morales was so much more thorough.
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
  • Long wait times
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St Simons Island, GA – Jul 12, 2017
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Dr. Morales performed Rotator Cuff surgery on me in 2014. His expertise is beyond reproach in this field. In his first consultation, he explored options to pursue and try prior to having to go through surgery. Every aspect of his role in my well being was very professional and thought through with my being able to get back as much range as possible in my left shoulder and arm. I have full range with hardly any pain. He is a compassionate doctor and only wants the best for 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Brenda C. in Brunswick, GA – Feb 08, 2017
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Dr. Morales has treated me for injuries involving both shoulders on separate occasions. The treatment involved surgeries to repair the torn rotator cuff in each shoulder. In my left shoulder, the damage was a little more extensive and also involved the successful repair of a torn tendon. Today, I am pain free and enjoy full range and motion in both of my shoulders. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Morales to anyone with orthopedic issues. He is a credit to his profession.
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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Tom Miller in Brunswick, GA – Feb 05, 2017
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Dr Morales did wonderful job with my torn meniscus and arthritic knee. Thank you Dr Morales I have been pain free for two years, physical therapist were awesome also. Very satisfied only wish I had done it sooner.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Sandy in Brunswick, GA – Sep 05, 2016
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This was the 1st time I had seen Dr. Morales, only because I could get into his office faster than I could my regular ortho doctor. I really like how he explained what was going on and what to expect. I was given a cortisone shot and anti-inflammatory meds. Advised to come back in 2 weeks for follow up. He was very pleasant and seem to care that I my knee was hurting and told me he could make it feel better but any issues before my apt, to call the office.
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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Gwendolyn in Jesup, GA – Jul 25, 2016
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Have been to him several times. Wait time terrible. His solution for shoulder pain was always steroid shot. Doesn't listen at all! Terrible bedside manner. Rude, rushed and curt. Waiting room like a cattle stall. So many clients packed in complaining. Best thing he did was refer me to physical therapy. The therapist there knew twice as much as Morales did and actually listened and advised things that would help me.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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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Becca in St Simons Island, GA – Jul 12, 2016
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Not sure where to begin. Horrible experience and still limping 4 months after meniscus surgery. That place is all about money production. If you want to wait hours, deal with rude staff and limp then Morales is your man! Felt like I had a number stamped on my forehead! I saw him about 10 minutes total. What a jerk! His last words to me were hang in there over his shoulder as he trotted out of the room. Yeah, you got my money and I got a bum knee! Guess I will hang in there! Not much choice!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Terry in Odum, GA – Jun 07, 2016
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I HAVE WORKED with Dr. Morales on almost 100 Shoulder cases and he is THE most Meticulous and diligent surgeon I have ever seen. He is Painstakingly SLOW BUT I would take that trade off every time versus a Surgeon who is trying to get done and move on to the next surgery. Pick your poison. I'll take his attention to detail any day over saving time!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mike in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL – Apr 11, 2016
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He is a very rude doctor. Acts as if he is better than the patients. Much rather wait and use other group than endure him again
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ben in St Simons – Mar 17, 2016
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Dr. Morales performed arthroscopic surgery for a medial meniscus tear in my knee. Five days post-op and I'm doing well. That being said, his punctuality is horrible. Apparently his time is much more important than other's. My 3 office visits have accumulated 4 hrs, 50 minutes of wait time and surgery was delayed for 2 hrs. Bedside manner-minimal at best, short & curt, avoiding and minimal time for answering questions. Other patients AND STAFF also indicated severe lack of timeliness.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 others found this helpful
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Vicki in Saint Simons Island, GA – Jan 26, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I try to identify the main cause of a patient's musculoskeletal pain as accurately as possible in order to offer all appropriate treatment options. It is very important to match the best treatment with the patient's individual circumstances so...read more

biography

Dr. Morales is a board certified Orthopaedic surgeon and the founding partner of Southern Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. He founded the practice focusing on the delivery of expert care utilizing the most advanced treatment options available. He...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Hughston Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • Eisenhower Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Walter Reed Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey / New Jersey School Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • Rutgers University / New Brunswick Campus

    1983

  • Lafayette College

    Undergraduate School, 1980
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Southern Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine3231 Glynn Ave Brunswick, GA 31520
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(912) 265-9006
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