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Dr. Stephen Alex, MD

Dr. Stephen Alex, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Alex, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in South Miami, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Alex has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of California-San Francisco Medical Center in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baptist Hospital of Miami and Doctors Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 38 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (38 reviews)

Practice

6705 SW 57th Ave Ste 304 South Miami, FL 33143
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(305) 476-1182

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Alex is affiliated with Mariners Hospital Tavernier, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Alex specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & 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.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Alex's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alex

4.4

38 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
84%
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4 Star
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3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
3%
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1 Star
11%
11%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Unbelievable – Oct 16, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Gary Harte – Dec 23, 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
Helpful
Yuli – May 29, 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
Helpful
Laurence A Silverman – Mar 13, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Rosa – Jan 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 12, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rita Grinberg in Miami, FL – Feb 21, 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
Helpful
Nov 12, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Maria Noda in Miami – Jun 06, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
AJ Mitchell in Hollywood – Apr 25, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jerome Chauvin in Hollywood, FL – Sep 19, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jorge San Juan in Miami, FL – Jun 07, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael Safov in Aventura, FL – Dec 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Miriam Gordillo in Miami – Nov 10, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maria Oramas in Miami, FL 33185 – Oct 25, 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
Helpful
Gregorio bao in Miami, FL – Aug 24, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Edelmis Del Monte in Miami, FL – Mar 26, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Hand Surgeon

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hand and Upper Extremity 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.

  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center (upmc)

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • University Of Pittsburgh Mc-south Side

    Fellowship Hospital, 1989

  • University Of California-san Francisco Medical Center

    Medical School, 1984

  • University Of Rochester

    Undergraduate School, 1982
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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Locations

Practice

Stephen Alex MD PLLC6705 SW 57th Ave Ste 304 South Miami, FL 33143
1

Practice

Miami Surgical Center7600 SW 87th Ave Ste 200 Miami, FL 33173
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mariners Hospital

    91500 Overseas Hwy
    Tavernier, FL 33070
    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.

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • South Miami Hospital

    6200 SW 73rd St
    South Miami, FL 33143
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • West Kendall Baptist Hospital

    9555 SW 162nd Ave
    Miami, FL 33196
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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