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Dr. Arthur Sharkey, MD

Dr. Arthur Sharkey, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Arthur Sharkey, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Gainesville, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sharkey has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as HCA Florida North Florida Hospital and HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

4500 Newberry Rd Gainesville, FL 32607

Make an Appointment

(352) 336-6000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sharkey is affiliated with UF Health Shands Hospital Gainesville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sharkey specializes in the areas of General Surgery, Hand Surgery, Hand Surgery & Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Sharkey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sharkey

3.7

27 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
15%
15%
1 Star
19%
19%

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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Dr. J DMD MD MS FCOMFS – Jul 24, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Raelen – Feb 28, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Shelby – Feb 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
1 person found this helpful
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Robin A. – Oct 21, 2023
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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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Bonnie Miller – Sep 19, 2023
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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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Aug 19, 2023
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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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Aug 10, 2023
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What went well
No results
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
8 people found this helpful
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FL – Jan 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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sue Peterson in Chiefland, FL – Dec 15, 2018
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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
2 people found this helpful
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George Baldwin in Gainesville, FL – Aug 10, 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
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sheila in Lexington, NC – Aug 02, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Our mission is to help patients achieve their personal wellness goals by providing comprehensive musculoskeletal care that is unsurpassed in quality, accessibility and compassion. We are dedicated to Improving Lives - Everyday. The Orthopaedic...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Kleinert Institute

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • Saint Louis University

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Cook Co Hospital University Ill College Med

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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General Surgery†
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Hand Surgery†
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Plastic Surgery
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Healthsouth Sports Medicine Re4500 Newberry Rd Gainesville, FL 32607
1

Practice

Orthopaedic Surgery Center4600 Newberry Rd Gainesville, FL 32607
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UF Health Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd
    Gainesville, FL 32610
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Baptist Medical Center Beaches

    1350 13th Ave S
    Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

    1431 SW 1st Ave
    Ocala, FL 34471
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery 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.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    76%
    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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