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Dr. Scott Torness, DPM

Dr. Scott Torness, DPM

Podiatry*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Scott Torness, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Watertown, SD and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ortonville Municipal Hospital and Prairie Lakes Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic - Main

506 1st Ave SE Watertown, SD 57201

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(605) 886-8482

Dr. Torness is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Torness specializes in the area of Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Torness' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Torness

4.6
14 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
86%
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4 star
0%
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3 star
7%
7%
2 star
0%
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1 star
7%
7%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 22, 2024
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An overall very good experience.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 19, 2024
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I like Dr. Torness very much. I'll be back
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 23, 2024
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An excellent and friendly podiatrist!
Dr. Torness is a rare doctor, the kind who really takes the time to listen to you, who asks questions to ensure that you're fully happy with treatment, who has helped me become pain free, and who is kind and friendly besides. I drive two hours to get to appointments, and it's well worth it! I would recommend him to anyone!
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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Traci S – Jan 28, 2024
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He told us encouraging things about my condition a
Be was easy to talk with and he listened and helped with my ankle problem...gave me hope!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Joshua Mccloud – Oct 12, 2023
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we were unhappy with the staff not getting the orthotic back to us. when we talked them they said they would be here in a week, a week came and went and no call and no orthotic either, felt like was getting the run around. sent them back to get them fixed and still not right, sent back and waited again and finally after 5 months sent them back again so after 8 months finally got them right.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Dan – Sep 20, 2023
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Dr Tornes
I felt his caring was real. He really listened to me.
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 25, 2023
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He's the best
He was very informative and very professional. He is also very knowledgeable when it comes to feet. Thanks!
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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Steve hamman – Jul 19, 2023
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Dr. Torness is always very pleasant to work with and does a good job of being on time.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Monica VOEGTLI – Jul 08, 2023
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Podiatry Dr. was very friendly, but actual surgery ended up with infection. Podietry work was poorly done. Medications recommended and aftercare instructions were unacceptable to me. I was not a happy patient! Probably won't be back!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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SuzyQ – Jan 06, 2022
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About Me

biography

Dr. Torness is a Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery and Board certified in Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. He received his Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology Nuclear Medicine from the University of...read more

  • Podiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Covenant Medical Center Podiatric Residency

    Residency Hospital, 2008

  • Des Moines University

    Medical School, 2005

  • Covenant Medical Center Podiatric Internship

    Internship Hospital, 2005

  • University Of Oklahoma College Of Allied Health - Oklahoma City

    Undergraduate School, 1994
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery®
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
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Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery†
†Self designated 

Dr. Torness is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic - Main

    Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic - Main506 1st Ave SE Watertown, SD 57201
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Ortonville Municipal Hospital

      450 Eastvold Ave
      Ortonville, MN 56278

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

      91%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      9% higher than the national average

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Prairie Lakes Hospital

      401 9th Ave NW
      Watertown, SD 57201
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

      View all awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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