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Dr. Jerald Katz, MD

Dr. Jerald Katz, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Jerald Katz, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fall River, MA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Katz has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Anne's Hospital and Charlton Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (37 reviews)

SMG Saint Anne's Orthopedics

277 Pleasant St Ste 101 Fall River, MA 02721

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Dr. Katz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Katz

4.3

37 ratings, 18 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
8%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
3%
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1 Star
14%
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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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Donna Daponte – Dec 06, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Disappointed daughter – May 02, 2024
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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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Joseph Wahl – Jan 25, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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John smith – Jun 11, 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
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Bob Davin – Apr 26, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Donna Costi – May 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Donna Brito – May 20, 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
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Judy S. DaCosta – Mar 19, 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
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Kathleen A Prescott – Oct 09, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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May 23, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Kevin Furtado in Swansea, MA – Aug 23, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Paul Cordeiro in Somerset, MA – Feb 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lorie J. Almeida in Little Compton, RI – Jan 05, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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New Bedford, MA – May 30, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Don F in Prudence Island, RI – Sep 07, 2016
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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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JohnF in Somerset, MA – Aug 10, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Jennifer in Swansea, MA – Jul 09, 2016
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Thomas McCarthy in Fall River, MA – Feb 23, 2016
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care philosophy

I believe in patient-centered care. I am committed to partnering with you to deliver safe and compassionate care in a comfortable environment. I believe in listening to you and understanding your concerns, respecting your unique needs and delivering...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Shriners Hospital For Children - Tampa Unit

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990
  • Boston Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989
  • Bay State Mc

    Internship Hospital, 1985
  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1984
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SMG Saint Anne's Orthopedics

SMG Saint Anne's Orthopedics277 Pleasant St Ste 101 Fall River, MA 02721
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Anne's Hospital

    795 Middle St
    Fall River, MA 02721
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

    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

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    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

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

    6% higher than the national average

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  • Charlton Memorial Hospital

    363 Highland Ave
    Fall River, MA 02720
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

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