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Dr. Abner Ward, MD

Dr. Abner Ward, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Abner Ward, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Merced, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ward has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Memorial Medical Center and Emanuel Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3 Star Rating (8 reviews)

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240 E 13th St Merced, CA 95341

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Dr. Ward's Reviews

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3.0
8 ratings, 4 with a written review
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I absolutely do not recommend this arrogant orthop
Dr. Ward did emergency surgery on my left hand and arm on May 26, 2019, but he caused chronic regional pain syndrome and after meeting another one of his victims, I reported him to the medical board because he was so arrogant and rude with me, and trying to blame me for what he did to my left hand. Yes, he saved my hand, but he’s too much of a hurry, obviously.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Susan Avilla – Jan 28, 2024
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I came in to see Dr. Ward after 2 failed surgeries. Options were limited and drastic but his confidence was comforting and the decision for carpectomy was made. Surgery was 6 months ago and already have 90 percent use of hand and still will have improvement for 6 more months. Couldn't have had a better outcome. So happy I was called by his office. Definitely would recommend him to anyone and actually have to a couple of family members and a few friends. ? ? ? ? ? all the way!
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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Harold Graves – Mar 16, 2023
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Doctor only as good as his staff
Visit, I can't even get a message to the doctor pass the staff. I have another, surgery I can't go back to them. Too scared. Now
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jo – Feb 09, 2023
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Hello my name is Myrna A. I was Dr Wards last patient to have surgery performed by him prior to him leaving Bakersfield , CA. The exceptional care with the surgery he performed on my wrist was to say perfect . I personally recommend Dr Ward w any fracture and not to mention his bedside manner . Dr Ward explained everything in detail as to what to expect before , during and after my surgery. I truly wish he would come back to California for he was a great asset to Kaiser
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
3 others found this helpful
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Myrna Aguilera in Bakersfield, CA – May 21, 2016
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Dr. Abner Ward, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Merced, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ward has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of North...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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  • University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Office240 E 13th St Merced, CA 95341
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