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Dr. David Zeman, MD

Dr. David Zeman, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Zeman, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Phoenix, AZ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Zeman has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center and Abrazo West Campus. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 56 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (56 reviews)

Arizona Sports Medicine Center at Biltmore Terrace

2122 E Highland Ave Ste 100 Phoenix, AZ 85016

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4.7
56 ratings, 17 with a written review
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Torn meniscus
Very thorough, personable & reassuring. I’m so glad that I did my research before choosing him for my surgery.
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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Apr 12, 2025
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One of the finest surgeons in training,,practice with years of experience one can hope for.Additionally his kindness and respect fot dignity is an additional bonus
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 other person found this helpful
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Jun 21, 2024
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Dr. Zeman was very quick during initial visit. He ordered an MRI, and said he should have results 2 days after I have that done. I had the MRI on April 30. Report was posted on SimonMed portal that night. Would have been available to Dr Zeman on May 1. Today is May 10, and I still have heard nothing from Dr. Zeman. I have called daily since May 6. Each time I was assured that I would have results that day. Still nothing. Very unprofrssional. I had a prior surgery with this health group, different Dr, and it was a wonderful experience. Too bad that Dr doesn't do knees.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rebecca – May 10, 2024
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Dr Zeman Remebered Me
After more than 15 years and a still highly successful left meniscus surgery, Dr Zeman remembered me. I have been playing tennis regularly since then with no problems. Now we will address the right meniscus. He was efficient and had a plan of action. Dr Zeman is conservative too. I like that. No one I would trust more!
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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Aug 25, 2022
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Excellent provider and surgeon. Dr Zeman is professional, highly skilled, empathetic, knowledgeable, current, kind and efficient. Dr. Zeman has been my go to knee doctor for 20 plus years. He is excellent! I could not be more happy with the results of my surgeries and different treatments he has preformed. Dana is an incredible medical assistant and Jenn, at front desk, is amazing as well! Thank you to all of you!
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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Brigitte – Mar 27, 2021
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Dr Zeman did AC separation surgery on me in 2000! My shoulder has held up for over 20 years. He has gone on to do surgery on several work colleagues with similar results. Can’t recommend him enough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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RJ – Mar 25, 2021
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Dr. Zeman alleviated shoulder issues I had for years. The surgery was top-notch and I'll say that he is the most incredible medical professional I have ever encountered. He genuinely cares about his patients and is extremely friendly. He's done both of my shoulders and I couldn't be more relieved and overjoyed with the results. I highly recommend.
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
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Luke Schroeder – Feb 24, 2021
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First shoulder surgery (open) I had with another surgeon was very painful. I had arthroscopic surgery with Dr. Zeman for a torn rotator cuff. Along with the anesthesiologist, who gave me a nerve block, I had NO pain post surgery. NONE. Amazing Doctor. I heartily recommend Dr. Zeman. Thank you, sir!!!
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
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Robert P. – Dec 27, 2019
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Dr. David Zeman performed surgery on my right shoulder (debridement and repair). Surgery was successful. I cannot talk highly enough of this doctor. He is kind and patient. He provides thorough explanations of the process. On the follow up visits he is genuinely concerned and offers great advice. When I questioned whether I need to continue on ibuprofen, he didn't just say do it - he explained why. Excellent service and care.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Linda DeBruin in Gilbert, AZ – Aug 08, 2017
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Professional. knowledgable and comforting.
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
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Scottsdale, AZ – May 19, 2017
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Awesome experience and very quick recovery from shoulder surgery.
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
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Scottsdale, AZ – Mar 17, 2017
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Dr. Zeman performed an extensive repair of my right shoulder, and a few years later replaced my ACL. Never pushed surgery on me at all, explained all my options actually recommended no surgery for my knee, until it went out on me several times. I was off crutches 2 days after my ACL surgery. Highly recommend Dr. Zeman.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Bill Fulkerson in Portland, OR – Feb 14, 2017
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The best in the business. Dr Z reconstructed my ACL, MCL, PCL 25 years ago and just scoped the same knee to clean up some meniscus. Awesome bedside manor and incredible talent.
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
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Shawn in Scottsdale , AZ – Jan 23, 2017
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I was advised by probably 9/10 of my co-workers to travel the 3 hrs to visit Dr Zeman. It was worth it. Appt making was easy and quick. Diagnosis was educated and spot on. Surgery recovery went well and Dr Zeman kept me informed of what to expect. Strongly recommend.
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
2 others found this helpful
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David Z in Yuma, AZ – Jan 10, 2017
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Dr Zeman is amazing. Even the therapist he sent me to is awesome. They all know exactly what they are doing, take great care to know how I am doing, explain everything thoroughly. The therapist even said that all Dr Zeman's surgical patients heal efficiently. Definitely recommend him for rotator cuff surgery. Am 6 weeks out from two tears (one off the bone) and my strength is returning, the discomfort is less all the time and I'm ready to get back to my very physical job.
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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Donna L in Scottsdale, AZ – Aug 15, 2016
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This is a doctor with a practice that gives doctors a bad reputation. Complete disregard for recovery after surgery. I needed an additional procedure post surgery. The office made no attempt to assist with insurance coverage for the procedure. All they had to do was arrange for the procedure within two months between prescription and the restart of my insurance deductible-they couldn't have cared any less. The doctor himself never intervened. After thousands of dollars, my knee is killing me!
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
2 others found this helpful
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sam leopold in Tempe, AZ – Jan 15, 2016
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Dr. Zeman did my knee arthroscopy and I highly recommend him as a surgeon! My post-op and recovery were much easier than I would have expected and 2 years later, my knee is still solid. I won't go to anyone else for Orthopaedic Surgery!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Scottsdale, AZ – Jan 02, 2016
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Dr David Zeman is a board-certified, fellowship trained sports medicine and orthopedic surgeon who has practiced in the Phoenix area for almost 35 years. He treats some of the most common and complex sports related injuries and specializes in complex...read more

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Dr. David Zeman is a board-certified, fellowship trained sports medicine and orthopedic surgeon who has practiced in the Phoenix area for almost 35 years. He treats some of the most common and complex sports related injuries and specializes in...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Hughston Clin

    Fellowship Hospital, 1986
  • University Of Michigan Hospitals

    Internship Hospital, 1982
  • University Of Arizona College Of Medicine – Tucson

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Arizona Sports Medicine Center at Biltmore Terrace

Arizona Sports Medicine Center at Biltmore Terrace2122 E Highland Ave Ste 100 Phoenix, AZ 85016
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