Dr. Peter Stern, MD
Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
50+ years of experience
Dr. Peter Stern, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Cincinnati, OH and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington Center / School of Medicine in 1970. He is affiliated with University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
4.7 Star Rating
Based on 51 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (51 reviews)
Practice
538 Oak St Ste 200 Cincinnati, OH 45219Make an Appointment
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Dr. Stern's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stern
4.7
51 ratings, 29 with a written review
| 5 star | 92% | 92% |
| 4 star | 2% | 2% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
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| 1 star | 6% | 6% |
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My left hand was injured in a turkey thigh skinning machine in 1989. Dr Stern was my surgeon and I kept all my fingers thanks to him. I really thought alot of him and am so thankful he was my doctor.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Jon Eads – May 19, 2020
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After multiple recommendations I saw Dr. Peter Stern for trigger finger and he did not disappoint! He was thorough in his examination and provided 3 options for treatment, surgery being the last. I ultimately had the surgery and have healed well just as he predicted. His bedside manner is indeed professional but compassionate, clearly leading by example on how to treat patients. Highly recommend!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Nancy Trago Cincinnati, Ohio – Sep 08, 2019
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62 years ago I broke my left elbow.. Age created nerve issues besides the expected arthritis.. Dr. Stern keeps my left arm mobile and pain free, as much as expected from a seriously damaged joint.
What went well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Greg Keer – Aug 03, 2019
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Dr.Stern is knowledgeable, personable and gentle.
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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Karen – Jun 25, 2018
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Straightforward, yet very easy to understand his explanation s of procedure s.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
5 others found this helpful
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Ralph S in Washington C.H., Ohio – Sep 01, 2016
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Very good. I've had 3 surgical experiences from him over the years..
What went well
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Joe sinchek in Mason, OH – Sep 01, 2016
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I had a very good recommendation to see Dr. Stern and was not disappointed. Not only did he do an excellent job with my three trigger fingers and carpal tunnel surgery, but he was so pleasant and did a very good job explaining the procedures to me. His kind "bedside manner" made me feel like he really cared about me and I wasn't just another surgery. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
His staff was great too!
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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Connie Clyburn in Greenfield, OH – Sep 01, 2016
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My late brother, had great respect for Dr. Stern, so I chose him when I was having debilitating pain in my right thumb/hand, circa 1993. I was DELIGHTED with the results of the surgery & had my left thumb fused by him a few years later. I suffer from serious osteoarthritis, & Dr. Stern has performed 3 more surgeries (recently)on rt hand. He is an incredibly skilled, compassionate surgeon who truly cares about his patients! I would not trust my hands to anyone else. He treats me as a person!!!
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Jan G. in Cincinnati , OH – Sep 01, 2016
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He is the best !!
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Mary Guy in Dayton, OH – Aug 31, 2016
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He is easy to talk to and understands. Explains the surgery clearly. Very professional.
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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Russ Halstead in Lebanon, OH – Jun 10, 2016
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He is always kind and caring. A true proffetional
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
- Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Nimet Jeruzalmi in Cincinnati OH – May 06, 2016
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Always through, professional, and knowledgeable. Has my complete trust. Exceptional 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
What could be improved
No results
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James Hearst in Cincinnati, OH – Apr 20, 2016
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He is the best, I am grateful he was able to do my surgery. My wrist was SMASHED, and he had the experience to put it back in a way that is recovering very smoothly.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Julie in Cincinnati, OH – Apr 19, 2016
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I came to Dr. Stern under difficult circumstances. He met with me, and explained everything that happening with my arm, he explained that he would try to restore function to my Median Nerve in my right arm and hand. He was unsuccessful, but he tried his BEST. I would recommend Dr. Stern be placed in the book of TOP 100 DOCTORS in Cincinnati. Dr. Stern is the most pleasant smiling hands on person you could ever meet. HE IS THE BEST IN MY BOOK EVEN IF HE DIDNT FIX MY PROBLEM.
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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Karla Clark-Bennett in Hamilton, OH – Apr 13, 2016
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Dr. Stern seemed very knowledgeable and was able to diagnose the problem with my hand injury and illustrate the options that I have available to alleviate my injury.
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
- Long wait times
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Matt Thomas in Wilmington, OH – Apr 06, 2016
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Dr. Stern loves what he does. Not only does he love his life work but he enjoys the people he meets and cares for and they enjoy and trust him. He is genuinely a people person and coupled with his expertise in his field this makes him one of the best.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Long wait times
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Karen Rentz in Covington, KY – Apr 05, 2016
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I would highly recommend Dr. Stern since he is an extremely skilled surgeon, and he takes a real interest in his patients. This is the second time that I have had to have hand surgery on two different fingers for two different problems, and both times Dr. Stern has done an excellent job taking care of the issues.
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
- Long wait times
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Cathy Stover in Ft Mitchell, KY – Mar 29, 2016
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My personal experience was excellent, we have used his services in the past, not for me specifically. my wife had surgery on her hand for dupytrin.(sp) Our experience at that time was also excellent.
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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vito cavaleri in Crestview Hills, KY – Mar 24, 2016
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Excellent in explaining my condition, very caring
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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Randy Davenport in Hamilton, OH – Mar 24, 2016
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Dr. Stern is one great person & is a terrific surgeon. Consequently he is a very busy man, I have been lucky enough to have had him fix the contractures on both of my hands, a super job. He takes a personal intrust in your problem & is concerned with the outcome of his work
The onsite surgical facilities are great & his staff is 1st. class.
I give them an A !
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
- Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Ken Sullivan in Cincinnati, OH – Mar 22, 2016
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Honest care where the primacy of the patient is my highest priority.Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Williams College
Undergraduate SchoolHarold Kleinert Hand Surgery Fellowship, Louisville, Ky
Fellowship Hospital, 1978University Louisville Hosps
Fellowship Hospital, 1978Harvard Combined Pgrm
Residency Hospital, 1977Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Internship Hospital, 1974Washington Center / School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1970Washington University School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Practice
Mary S. Stern Hand Surgery Foundation538 Oak St Ste 200 Cincinnati, OH 45219
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88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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