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Dr. William Bennett, MD

Dr. William Bennett, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. William Bennett, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Sarasota, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Connecticut in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (41 reviews)

Practice

1250 S Tamiami Trl Ste 303 Sarasota, FL 34239
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Dr. Bennett's Reviews

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3.7
41 ratings, 14 with a written review
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if you want your shoulder fixed, go to Dr Bennett
My injury: Subscapularis full thickness tear and long head biceps tendon (LHBT) sublaxation (dislocation). After discussing my injury with 8+ surgeons around the united states everyone suggested to cut my (long head) biceps tendon (procedure known as tenodesis) and reattach it on the humerus bone (arm), since it got out of the bicipetal groove. What common sense tells us: Since the biceps tendon is not torn and attached to the shoulder (but just dislocated), the best (and minimally invasive) solution would be to put the tendon back into its groove/pulley and restructure the ligaments that hold it stable there. Dr Bennett was the only surgeon in the United States that knew how to fix the bicipital groove (or bicipital pulley) that holds the biceps tendon in its place. All others wanted to perform tenodesis (that is cut the biceps tendon and anchor it on the humerus bone (arm). It has been two weeks (almost pain free) and it seems that Dr Bennett fixed my shoulder.
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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A.M. – Jun 30, 2023
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I was a patient of Dr. Bennett and I had a very bad experience since I received a treatment that in the end did not resolve my knee pain and instead I was left with an outstanding balance, for an unprofessional service. I hope future patients can read this review and do not go through the same as I did. After the doctor being aware of this situation, he never answered my calls. So don't waste your time and money on this unprofessional person.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
4 others found this helpful
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Aug 15, 2020
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I find it hard to believe Dr. Bennett would speak harsh to anyone. He is not the most talkative maybe those that have had a problem with him have not approached him correctly. I have trusted him twice and find him to be a very kind and caring Dr. I have No problem with communication. The staff is also very sweet and helpful. Second review.
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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Deb Zwilling – Jan 24, 2020
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Although he may be a well qualified surgeon, his bedside manner leaves alot to be desired. Also, when going in for a follow up after a procedure, He asked me how I am doing which took one minute and then that was it. He could have called me on the phone for that matter. $50.00 wasted for 2 minutes of nothing. I questioned it and he said that he should have probably charge me more and walked out the door!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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Not a very happy patient. – Nov 22, 2019
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Dr Bennett stopped years of joint pain for me with PRP. I was so thankful to have an alternative to sketchy nerve ablation procedures. Some people on here complain about a $900 cost, but I work in healthcare and the supplies alone are almost half that! Plus there’s the centrifuge equipment. $900 is a small price to pay to not be thinking about sharp pain throughout the day, but I guess some people Value a smart phone over life without pain. Dr Bennett is trustworthy because he could make a lot more money doing surgery, but he seems to genuinely care about patients and want the best results for them, giving them BOTH surgical and non surgical options
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 17, 2019
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Stay Away! Better Doctors Out There! PRP was administered at high personal cost. It almost seems like a con game. It did not work. It appears to be a lot of hype giving the patient high hopes of the PRP should fix the pain. He gave some ridiculous exercise for twisting the knee cap. It appears he is only concerned about the money and not the patient.
What went well
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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FL – Dec 11, 2018
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I have been a patient of Dr. Bennett’s for the past two years and have recommended him to everybody I know that needs orthopedic treatment . Two years ago I chose to go to him because of his reputation for minimally invasive surgery (not always rushing to full knee replacement) and his use of the latest treatments involving stem cells and PRP. He is an excellent surgeon and diagnostician. I have had great results.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Monte Chance in Nokomis, Fl – Jan 05, 2018
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very professional and focused. excellent results with the surgery and rehab. I had the PRP procedure and would recommend it and Dr. Bennett to anyone.
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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james diem in Franklinville, NY – Jul 04, 2016
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Dr. Bennett is an exacting diagnostician and brilliant surgeon. He performed arthroscopic surgery to repair my torn rotator cuff and I opted to have PRP treatments to inhance both the cellular repair of my rotator cuff and my knee as well. I'm now pain free and back to playing golf again. Dr. Bennett has a fantastic support staff. Henry makes appointment scheduling and insurance submission seamless. Mia provides the full physical therapy that one needs to regain strength & flexibly.
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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Pamela Finamore in Bradenton, Fl – Jun 27, 2016
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I highly recommend Dr. Bennett. I came to him with an ACL/meniscus tear. He performed outpatient surgery and my knee is better than it was before the injury. Recovery was very quick.
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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Brian Short in Sarasota, FL – Jun 21, 2016
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Dr Bennett was always on time and very professional dealing with. My knee surgery went great with very minimal amount of pain. The healing process was very short. Totally would recommend Dr Bennett to anyone
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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Tom Guiser in Tampa, FL – Jun 06, 2016
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Dr. Bennett repaired my badly damaged dominant shoulder during July, 2015. Since I am an active senior; one who enjoys swimming, scuba diving and dancing, I elected to have PRP injected during surgery. I was surprised at how minimal the pain and how quickly the healing post operative. I researched many Orthopedic physicians and selected Dr. Bennett due to his extensive PRP experience and medical background. Dr. Bennett is a brilliant Orthopedic surgeon and one I would 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Joyce C. in North Port, FL – Apr 07, 2016
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He gave me prescriptions which interact with the present medications I am taking. I spoke to a pharmacist at Express Scripts and found out that one would raise my blood pressure, and the other one would interfere with increasing my intake of digoxin which would be a serious matter. He is very cold, and rude. I would highly recommend you seek another orthopedist, and regardless who you choose, I would suggest you call your pharmacist first.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Janice White in Apollo Beach, FL – Mar 26, 2016
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Dr. Bennett repaired my severely damaged shoulder. I would highly recommend him to others. He has exceptional communication skills. He readily explains your options and the procedure he is recommending and why. His manner with patients is interactive and he actively follows your progress and recovery. He is the only orthopedist in the area that I am aware of that uses stem cell and PRP.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Bud P in Palmetto, FL – Jan 27, 2016
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Regenerating the Youth in You! Shoulder and Knee Specialist.

biography

About Dr. William F. Bennett – Bio

Dr. Bennett is originally from Trumbull, Connecticut, and has been part of the Sarasota community since 1995. His interest in sports medicine started as a child. He started playing hockey...
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  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Switzerland And Los Angeles Orthopedic Institute

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • University Of Texas

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • Baylor University

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • University Of Connecticut

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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William F Bennett MD PA1250 S Tamiami Trl Ste 303 Sarasota, FL 34239
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