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Dr. William Frisella, MD

Dr. William Frisella, MD

Sports Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. William Frisella, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Saint Peters, MO and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Progress West Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 107 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (107 reviews)

Practice

112 Piper Hill Dr Ste 9 Saint Peters, MO 63376
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Frisella specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Frisella's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Frisella

4.7

107 ratings, 40 with a written review
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Oct 04, 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
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2 people found this helpful
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Elaine N – Oct 16, 2021
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What could be improved
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Dana Darrah – Apr 19, 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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Heather – Mar 17, 2021
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What could be improved
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Mar 13, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 26, 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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Albert Morton – Jan 08, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 03, 2020
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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
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DH – Oct 12, 2020
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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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Oct 08, 2020
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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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Oct 08, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Lisa Tobben – Oct 04, 2020
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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
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Tim – May 12, 2020
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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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Ratna – Feb 08, 2020
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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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Andy in O’Fallon, MO – Sep 28, 2019
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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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Janet Noah – Sep 25, 2019
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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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Jul 23, 2019
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What could be improved
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2 people found this helpful
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Mar 21, 2019
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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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Peggy Elder in St. Peters, MO – Feb 12, 2019
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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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Ryan Giancola – Feb 11, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

My approach is to treat patients as I would my own family. This philosophy allows me to provide cutting-edge surgical treatment but also to approach problems cautiously and avoid surgery when possible.

biography

Dr. W. Anthony Frisella  is a shoulder and upper extremity surgeon who is board certified by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.  His expertise is in rotator cuff tears, labral tears, sports injuries, and arthritis.  He...read more
  • Sports Medicine

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  • Beth Israel|beth Israel Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

    Internship Hospital, 2002
  • Washington University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • English

  • French

  • Periprosthetic Humeral Fractures: A Meta-Analysis, 2008

  • Early Failure of Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair, 2008

  • Basics of Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair, 2007

  • Factors Influencing the Outcome of Shoulder Arthroplasty, 2007

  • Injuries of the Proximal Humerus, 2010

  • Orthopaedic surgeon inducted into academy, 2/22/2011

  • Mini-Open Rotator Cuff Repair, 2009

Locations

Practice

St Peters Bone & Joint Surgery Inc112 Piper Hill Dr Ste 9 Saint Peters, MO 63376
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Office5200 Executive Centre Pkwy Ste 300 Saint Peters, MO 63376
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Practice

St. Peters Bone & Joint Surgery Inc.4651 Highway K O Fallon, MO 63368
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Hospital

    232 S Woods Mill Rd
    Chesterfield, MO 63017
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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

    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

    83%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    18% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital

    10 Hospital Dr
    Saint Peters, MO 63376
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Progress West Hospital

    2 Progress Point Pkwy
    O Fallon, MO 63368
    Recipient of 3
    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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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