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Dr. Brian Schofield, MD

Dr. Brian Schofield, MD

Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Schofield, MD is an orthopedic shoulder & elbow surgery specialist in Sarasota, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 90 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (90 reviews)

Schofield Hand and Bright Ortho

1950 Arlington St Ste 111 Sarasota, FL 34239
Telehealth available

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(941) 921-2600

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Schofield is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital Sarasota, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Schofield specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Schofield's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schofield

4.9

90 ratings, 54 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Satisfied customer – Dec 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
1 person found this helpful
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Rusty Chinnis – Jun 06, 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
4 people found this helpful
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William Nyland – Feb 07, 2023
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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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H. Vogler – Sep 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
1 person found this helpful
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Stella Pirone – Aug 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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Barry &Barbara Alleder – Apr 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kieran Scott Campbell – Apr 03, 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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Alan Sauls – Mar 31, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
Helpful
Barbara Sander – Mar 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
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Larry – Mar 25, 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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Mar 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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Meredith Machen – Mar 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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Charles Davis – Mar 10, 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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Francine Achbar – Feb 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
NP – Feb 06, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Paul T – Feb 05, 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
Helpful
Jan 31, 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
Helpful
Barry Allender – Jan 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
Helpful
Helen Higgins – Jan 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
Helpful
Dec 18, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Brian Schofield, MD is an orthopedic shoulder & elbow surgery specialist in Sarasota, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Sarasota...read more

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Hand and Upper Extremity 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.

  • Mayo Clinic Rochester Mn

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996

  • Jackson Memorial Hosp/u Miami School Med

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • Jackson Memorial Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990

  • University Of Illinois--champaign/urbana

    Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Schofield Hand and Bright Ortho

Schofield Hand and Bright Orthopaedics Pllc1950 Arlington St Ste 111 Sarasota, FL 34239
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Practice

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System1700 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota, FL 34239
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

    1700 S Tamiami Trl
    Sarasota, FL 34239
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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