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Dr. Paul Fadale, MD

Dr. Paul Fadale, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Fadale, MD is a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon in Providence, RI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Our Lady of Fatima Hospital and The Miriam Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 121 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (121 reviews)

Practice

2 Dudley St Ste 200 Providence, RI 02905
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fadale is affiliated with University Hospital-University of Michigan Ann Arbor, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Fadale specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Fadale's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fadale

4.9
121 ratings, 97 with a written review
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Evaluation
He is really the best. Honest and straight to the point. God bless him and his team.
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
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kat – Aug 27, 2024
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Horrible doctor
Over an hour late very condescending talks down to patients avoid at all costs. If I could give this quack doctor zero stars I would
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
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Guy guy – Aug 26, 2024
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I was scheduled for a follow up. Upon arriving, the building was without power. Dr. Fadale was nice enough to see me anyhow so I didn't have disrupt my busy schedule and reschedule to another date.
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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Aug 07, 2024
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Great doctor
Discussed problem and felt good about the answers
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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Tom G – Jul 11, 2024
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Expert in his field and caring
Dr. Fadale went above and beyond to make sure my ACL revision was a success and it was. Working with Dr. Fadale and the therapist pre and post-op has been an excellent experience.K
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
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 18, 2024
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Recent Visit
Dr. Fadale took the time to explain my condition, the options I had to treat it, as well as what can be expected for recovery times. He explained in such detail to make sure both me and my wife understood the situation entirely. Would highly recommend him as well as University Orthopedics!
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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Paul Rasieleski – Feb 27, 2024
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If you have an orthopedic problem.. - Dr.Fadale!!!
Without a doubt, he is an excellent specialist. Before he gives an accurate diagnosis and recommends a course of treatment, he will first refer you to all tests - unfortunately, not all specialists do this. Apart from the fact that, as I mentioned, Dr. Fadale is a high-class specialist and a very nice and approachable person. I definitely recommend taking advantage of this doctor's experience!!!
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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Roman Cybowicz – Feb 09, 2024
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Knee appointment
Dr. Fadele was kind and extremely helpful. Looking forward to working with him to discover the source of my pain.
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 07, 2024
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Excellent initial consult
Clear concise explanations of my condition, treatment options and realistic expectations.
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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Jan 08, 2024
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Dr., x-ray technician, and staff were excellent
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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Jan 08, 2024
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Best Doctor
Explains everything very clearly and gives you multiple options
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Channy Figueroa – Jan 04, 2024
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The best!
Dr Fadale takes the time to listen to you , and acts on your concerns. He is a wonderful doctor and a gifted surgeon and a fantastic person!
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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Dec 27, 2023
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Top expert in the field
Dr Fedale is a well renown expert in the orthopedic field. But what stands out the most when you talk to him is his transparency and how well he explains all the possible options.
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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Oct 25, 2023
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I trust his professionalism and respect his experience and honesty with my health.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Debra Johnson – Oct 05, 2023
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ACL Surgery
Dr. Fadale is an excellent and kind physician, he and his staff truly care about the patients. I have had two acl surgeries and both experiences have been great.
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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Jennifer Michaels – Jun 29, 2023
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the BEST surgeon
Dr Fadale is one of the most compassionate physicians I’ve met!! From day 1 he explained my case to my husband and I in an easy and understandable way. You can tell how much he loves his job and is very knowledgeable. The day of my surgery I required a spinal block. Dr Fadale held me, let me rest my head on his shoulder and talked with me as the anesthesiologist did his thing. While in recovery, Dr Fadale came to check on me and let me know everything went well, he then gave me another hug and said see you at your follow up. I have nothing but good things to say about Dr Fadale and feel as if I’ve known him my whole life! I’d recommend him a million times. Thank you Dr Fadale, I know I’m in the best hands and will make a great recovery!
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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Brooke L. – Apr 07, 2023
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Best ACL surgeon
University Ortho should be the only place you have knee surgery. Dr Fadale did my ACL surgery. He and his team are highly professional from all of the pre visits, at surgery center, and post visits. I highly recommend Dr Fadale for any knee surgery. Recovery going very well as expected with lots of PT at University Ortho.
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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T Mc – Dec 11, 2022
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Dr. Fadale is fantastic!
Great staff! Very caring and takes the time to listen to you. 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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Heather – Aug 22, 2022
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Dr. Fadale is an excellent Orthopedic surgeon. He takes the time to listen, hear, and answer all questions and concerns. Excellent demeanor. Day of surgery went precisely as Dr. Fadale informed me. Extremely pleased with all the care I have received. Physical therapy appointments are going well; and looking forward to a complete recovery. Thank you Dr. Fadale, you’re the best!
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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Linda L. – Apr 27, 2021
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Dr. Fadale and the whole crew at university orthopedics were great. They made it a simple process with great results.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kevin matteson – Mar 29, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Fadale is Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Chief of Sports Medicine at the Alpert Medical School of Brown Universiy and  Sports Medicine Fellowship Director.   Dr. Fadale is a board certified trained orthopaedic surgeon...read more
  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Union Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • Ri Hosp/brown University

    Residency Hospital, 1987
  • A/o Intl Switz

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987
  • Rhode Island Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1982
  • University At Buffalo Jacobs School Of Medicine And Biomedical Sciences

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
  • English

  • Portuguese

Locations

Practice

Rih Orthopedic Foundation Inc.2 Dudley St Ste 200 Providence, RI 02905
1

Practice

University Orthopedics Inc.1598 S County Trl Ste 100 East Greenwich, RI 02818
2

Practice

Ocpn-Uoi Inc.1 Kettle Point Ave East Providence, RI 02914
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • University Hospital-University of Michigan

    1500 E Medical Center Dr
    Ann Arbor, MI 48109
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

    83%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    18% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave
    Providence, RI 02906
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    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

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St
    Providence, RI 02903
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    View all awards

    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

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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