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Dr. Frederick Buechel, MD

Dr. Frederick Buechel, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Frederick Buechel, MD is a reconstructive orthopedic surgeon in South Orange, NJ and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Overlook Medical Center and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 5 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

61 1st St South Orange, NJ 07079

Make an Appointment

(973) 762-8344

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Buechel is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Livingston, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Buechel specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Buechel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Buechel

5.0

15 ratings, 10 with a written review
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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
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James O (Florham Park) – Mar 22, 2022
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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
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Gail from Summit, NJ – Feb 03, 2021
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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
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Glenda, Belleville NJ – Jul 26, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Marissa V in Montclar, NJ – Nov 27, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Gail L. in E. Orange, NJ – Oct 06, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Ralph DiMarcantonio in Rockaway Twp. NJ – Sep 28, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Evelyn in New Jersey – Aug 23, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Clifton, NJ – May 21, 2017
We pride ourselves on offering excellent...Read More
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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
7 people found this helpful
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Bev H in Toms River, NJ – Dec 13, 2016
Thank you for your comments. Our manager Donna...Read More
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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
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Maryann A in Union, NJ – Jan 27, 2016
Thank you. I try to give patients the best...Read More
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About Me

care philosophy

I spend time with my patients by listening and addressing their concerns.  Although I am very well-known for Total Joint Replacement (primary & revision), I treat all orthopaedic conditions.   In many instances, my approach is Two Fold....read more

biography

Frederick F. Buechel, Sr., M.D. is a graduate of Seton Hall University where he was also honored as The State Wrestling Champ for the State of NJ !   He pursued his medical career at the University of Medicine & Dentistry - New Jersey...read more

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedics

  • Age Management Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow 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.

  • Umdnj-new Jersey Medical School (newark)

    Residency Hospital

  • American College Of Surgeons

    Fellowship Hospital, 1982

  • Umdnj-nj Medical School

    Residency Hospital, 1977

  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1972

  • Saint Barnabas Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1972

  • Seton Hall University, South Orange, Nj

    Undergraduate School, 1967
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

South Mountain Orthopaedic Associates LLC61 1st St South Orange, NJ 07079
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Practice

Office20 Valley St Ste 230 South Orange, NJ 07079
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

    94 Old Short Hills Rd
    Livingston, NJ 07039
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Overlook Medical Center

    99 Beauvoir Ave
    Summit, NJ 07901
    Recipient of 67
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    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

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • University Hospital

    150 Bergen St
    Newark, NJ 07103

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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