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Dr. Joseph Lellman, MD

Dr. Joseph Lellman, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*

Dr. Joseph Lellman, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Palmer, MA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baystate Wing Hospital and Baystate Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Geoffrion, Cheryl Anne MD

40 Wright St Palmer, MA 01069

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lellman is affiliated with Baystate Wing Hospital Palmer, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lellman specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
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Dr. Lellman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lellman

3.6
33 ratings, 19 with a written review
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Excellent experience
I was leaving for Mexico for my son’s wedding and my knee became very swollen. Dr got me in immediately. He withdrew the fluid and gave me a cortisone injection. He was extremely polite and explained every step with me! One month later I ended up having swelling in my lower extremity of the same leg and he called me immediately and advised me what to do! Highly recommend
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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Feb 17, 2024
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Rushed out in 10 minutes told me Togo to another dr.i felt like he did not want to do the surgery
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
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Dec 06, 2023
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Totally professional and helpful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 11, 2023
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I will be switching to another orthopedic practice. I felt the doctor only wanted to see me if I needed surgery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Oct 12, 2023
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Maria takes care of everything I need, she's amazing.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 03, 2023
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Productive visit.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 13, 2023
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I am very happy with the care I received in this office. This was a very professional and caring visit
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 01, 2023
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Professional & friendly staff
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 30, 2023
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*Dr. Lellman and his office staff are the best.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 12, 2023
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Super good doctor, even let me view the x-rays and explained what was on them.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 02, 2023
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Definitely not!
Dr Lellman has a pompous attitude. He made me feel as though my pain was not valid . He did xrays and told me I probably pulled something and would take some time to heal. After a few months finally scheduled an MRI and sent me to physical therapy , also tried cortizone shot which never took effect. Last visit with him he advised there was nothing more he could do but I could get a second opinnion. I am scheduled for a complete shoulder replacement.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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May 26, 2023
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Very condescending, acted basically like I was wasting his time. Really didn't seem concerned at all with the shoulder pain I'm experiencing. Didn't seem to believe me when I told him some of my symptoms. I left feeling like I was treated as a hypochondriac. He did do a physical exam, and recommend physical therapy, which I will do, but his attitude was arrogant and very unfriendly. Will never go back to him. I'll travel farther away from home to see someone who maybe actually cares.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 14, 2021
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I had left TKR surgery on Feb. 28, 3017. Four years later, I remain in constant pain, and cannot walk without a cane. I can walk only about half a block, and the quality of my life is seriously impaired. On the one-year anniversary of my surgery, I had an X-ray of my legs. He said that my X-rays "looked fine," and that he could not explain my persistent pain. He did not offer any further pain management, turned his back on me, and walked out. I feel that Dr. Lellman lacks compassion and would not recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 07, 2021
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found out i had a foot spur from xray an cat scan he had done in me he tells me ur walking fine i cant help you i tell him how much pain i am where i cant sleep put my shoes on or anything without pain he tell me i dont know what you want me to do go see.someone esle i said thank you for wasting my time not helping me he called me rude an walked out he is no help he laughs an thinks its a joke when its not! i would strongly not recommend him!!! go see someone who truly cares!!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Oct 15, 2019
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Very knowledgeable. Addressed my issue with professionalism. I would highly recommend him.
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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Jim Craft in Ware, MA – Jan 10, 2019
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Dr. Lellman has performed two knee relacement surgeries for me. The first was in Sept. 2016 and the second in March 2018. Both scars are barely noticeable. The most recent surgery is still visible but I’m sure in time it to will be a very fine thin scar. Both Dr. Lellman and his office staff have exceeded all of my expectations. They are professional and personable. I highly recommend this office.
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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Mary Mansfield in Ware, MA – Jun 28, 2018
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November 3, 2016 North Brookfield I have had many surgeries by Dr. Lellman and he has always been kind and taken his time to listen to whatever problem I was having, he knows what he is talking about and he is always there for you. I feel people are very lucky to have Dr. Lellman in Ware, Ma.
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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Elaine Fiske in North Brookfield – Nov 03, 2016
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He was arrogant, condescending, and took very little time to explain things or listen.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
7 others found this helpful
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Ware, MA – Jun 09, 2016
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Dr. Lellman is a total professional. He is knowledgeable, informative and takes time to listen to his patients. He diagnosed two issues, I had, quickly and successfully. This is one sharp fellow. If I have orthopedic issues again, this is the go to MD. I highly recommend this MD.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Happy Patient in Ware, MA – Apr 29, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

In general, I prefer a conservative, non-operative approach to orthopedic care.  Orthopedic problems are rarely life threatening, so urgent surgical treatment isn't necessary for most things except infections and certain fractures or dislocations. ...read more

biography

I grew up in Greenport, NY, the youngest of five.  I graduated from Greenport High School in 1978, where I was the valedictorian and captain of the wrestling team.  I also played center on the football team, and centerfield on the baseball...read more
  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Pediatric Orthopedic 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.

  • Albany Medical College

    Medical School
  • University Mass Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • Dartmouth Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1987
  • Brown University

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

Geoffrion, Cheryl Anne MD

Baystate Orthopedic Surgery40 Wright St Palmer, MA 01069
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baystate Medical Center

    759 Chestnut St
    Springfield, MA 01199
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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  • Baystate Wing Hospital

    40 Wright St
    Palmer, MA 01069
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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