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Dr. Scott Yerger, MD

Dr. Scott Yerger, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Scott Yerger, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Lafayette, LA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Yerger has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Iberia Medical Center and Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 193 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (193 reviews)

Practice

4212 W Congress St Ste 3100 Lafayette, LA 70506

Make an Appointment

(337) 703-3201

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Yerger is affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics Lafayette, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Yerger 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. Yerger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yerger

4.9

193 ratings, 136 with a written review
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Glo – Jul 02, 2024
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Anitaleblancburkenstock – Mar 21, 2024
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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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MntnMn34 – Mar 03, 2024
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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
5 people found this helpful
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M. Morrow – Oct 21, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 people found this helpful
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Ann Underwood – May 06, 2022
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Red – Apr 14, 2022
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Ted L. Ayo – Apr 07, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Sharon Robicheaux – Mar 19, 2022
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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
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Tricia – Mar 18, 2022
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Denise Anderson – Feb 19, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 23, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Rebecca S. Duhon – Oct 27, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Darrel Leger – Oct 12, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Deborah Tatman – Aug 11, 2021
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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
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Jul 22, 2021
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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
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Jake J. Cuccia – Jul 20, 2021
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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
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Martha Gary – Jul 06, 2021
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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
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Junior snyder – Jun 29, 2021
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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
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Jun 22, 2021
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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
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Mitzi D. Turner – Jun 16, 2021
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care philosophy

I believe in individualizing treatment with my patients. My goal is to improve their function and the quality of their lives. As a surgeon, I am continuously honing and updating my skills, and am only satisfied in delivering state of the art care for the best possible outcome.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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  • Cleveland Clinic|cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • Lsu Med Health Sciences Center|lsu Medical Health Sciences Center

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • University Of South Alabama Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2001

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office4212 W Congress St Ste 3100 Lafayette, LA 70506
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Practice

Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics2390 W Congress St Lafayette, LA 70506
2
Office2025 Gravier St Ste 400 New Orleans, LA 70112
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics

    2390 W Congress St
    Lafayette, LA 70506
    Recipient of 3
    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.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

    1214 Coolidge Blvd
    Lafayette, LA 70503

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Iberia Medical Center

    2315 E Main St
    New Iberia, LA 70560
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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