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Dr. Bruce Vest, MD

Dr. Bruce Vest, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Bruce Vest, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Alton, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Jersey Community Hospital and OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center. He is not accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

4411 Alby St Alton, IL 62002
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(618) 474-8052

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Vest is affiliated with Alton Memorial Hospital Alton, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Vest's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vest

3.9

35 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
23%
23%

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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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Mary Arbogast – Jul 30, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Shelby Dyer – Sep 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kathy Beiermann – Aug 17, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hip replacement – Jun 02, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
KTY – Feb 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
Helpful
Jul 04, 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
Connie – Apr 01, 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
Helpful
dian brazier – Jan 28, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 31, 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
Helpful
Nazareth Barker – Mar 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 15, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Edwardsville – Feb 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Cheryl L Rossfeld in Alton, IL – Dec 15, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ellen Saville in Alton, Il. – Apr 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
c in Alton il – Feb 10, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Edwardsville, IL – Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Bruce Vest, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Alton, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Jersey Community...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
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Locations

Practice

Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Clinic PC4411 Alby St Alton, IL 62002
1

Practice

Stromsdorfer-Tolod Medical Lab LTD.1 Saint Anthonys Way Alton, IL 62002
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center

    1 Saint Anthonys Way
    Alton, IL 62002

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Alton Memorial Hospital

    1 Memorial Dr
    Alton, IL 62002
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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    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

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Jersey Community Hospital

    400 Maple Summit Rd
    Jerseyville, IL 62052

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

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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