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Dr. Ivan Olarte, MD

Dr. Ivan Olarte, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Ivan Olarte, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Port Charlotte, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cape Coral Hospital and Lee Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 106 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (106 reviews)

Practice

18344 Murdock Cir Port Charlotte, FL 33948

Make an Appointment

(941) 625-6547

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Olarte is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital Sarasota, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for hand surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Olarte specializes in the area of Hand Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Olarte's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Olarte

4.7
106 ratings, 63 with a written review
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Would recommend DR Olarte
DR Olarte gave me a very detailed explanation of my wrist issues and treatment plan.
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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Paul Thielemann – Dec 08, 2022
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Ran 40 minutes late.
Arrived 30 prior to appointment as directed and then waited for 40 more minutes. The appointment only lasted about 10 minutes.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 29, 2022
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Excellent
Very friendly and knowledgeable
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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Nov 18, 2022
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Love this clinic
Friendly, professional, fun. If you have to have hand surgery here is where to have it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 18, 2022
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Fantastic
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 09, 2022
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Best hand care ever!
Best hand care ever! I had my fifth finger operated on yesterday. My wife and I spend half a year in Ohio and a half a year in Florida. When I have a hand problem I will wait until I can get to Punta Gorda because of the excellent 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 28, 2022
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I live in Michigan and was in Florida for the winter. One week before leaving for home I had a horrible fall and fractured my left wrist. After getting the run around by numerous Drs that advertised quick service,I was told about Dr Olarte. He was amazing! Not a lot of talk just excellent work. I healed wonderfully and would recommend his work to anyone. Thankyou Dr Olarte you were a blessing in a very difficult situation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Joan C – Nov 14, 2021
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Dr. Olarte was very personable, knowledgeable and efficient. He diagnosed and treated my trigger finger and arthritis. The staff were very good as well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 24, 2021
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Dr. Olarte is a true professional. He listens to your problem and explains exactly what he can do to help you. My hand surgery at the HAND CENTER in Port Charlotte was accomplished with excellent results. From my first call to his offIce to post surgery, Dr Olarte and the entire staff have been 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
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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DJ – Feb 26, 2020
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I was told that I could not be seen because I didn’t have an insurance card. I had a referral with my insurance ID number and my benefits were verified! Dr. Olarte’s staff could care less about their patients! Denied care because of no insurance card? They wouldn’t even accept a virtual card from Blue Cross Blue Shield!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 04, 2019
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The doctor was pleasant. I was charged extra for a splint which was expensive. It was covered in cloth and needed to be soaked in water, shaped on my hand then it hardens. The doctor didn't do this step however, it was done by a "nurse" who just laid it directly on the bottom of the sink to run the water over it. Laying it directly on the bottom of a dirty sink is not only unsanitary, but not a standard of care. If she was a nurse or properly trained, she would have known that. Since it was covered in cloth there was no way to disinfect it. I had to throw it away as soon as I got home. What a waste of money.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 27, 2019
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Dr. Olarte is a kind, respectful, and an extremely knowledgeable hand surgeon. I would recommend him to anyone requiring specialized attention to the health/wellbeing of one’s hand. Dr. Olarte’s staff is also welcoming, accommodating, and organized. Truly a fantastic office.
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
10 others found this helpful
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Ann in Punta Gorda, FL – Aug 05, 2019
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I've had arthritis most of my life and have been treated by many hand doctors in the past, but this is the best practice of all! Professionalism, friendliness, and kindness from the front desk to the doctors in my treatments. I'm a retired RN and infection control practices both in the office to OR are of the highest standard. Thank you for your care in the highest standard, Dr Olarte and staff!
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
11 others found this helpful
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Trudy Norsworthy – Jul 02, 2019
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I have the highest respect for Dr. Olarte and his skills. He explained my condition and described the procedure he would perform to correct it in detail. The entire staff at Florida Hand Center was a pleasure to deal with. Dr. Olarte has worked on both of my hands in the last 5 years with outstanding success.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Chris A in Tampa, FL – Jun 18, 2019
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The greatest! I had carpel tunnel surgery and it went so smoothly. I had immediate relief. I can't say enough good things. Please go there if you want to say goodbye to pain.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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May 24, 2019
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I love Dr. Olarte and his staff. Everyone was extremely professional, friendly and efficient. You will not be sitting around waiting to be seen. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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May 16, 2019
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I was referred to Dr. Olarte by my primary doctor. She felt confident that I would received the best treatment possible with him. I was not disappointed. From the moment Ii walked in I was treated timely, professionally by his staff. Dr. O was very professional and set me at ease immediately. He treated by fractured wrist and I have healed wonderfully. He advised me how to proceed going forward and assured me that he would continue to oversee my care if needed. I don't want to break any more bones, but if I did he's my doctor of choice. I highly recommend him and his team.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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May 01, 2019
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dr orlate is the kindess gentles doctor I have ever been to I have had nothing but the best experience and would highly recommend him and his office.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 23, 2019
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Dr. Olarte was very proactive in treating an infection in my hand, including surgery. A great outcome as all is healed after just 4 weeks. Dr. Olarte and his staff were wonderful throughout from my first visit to last. I feel very fortunate to have been treated by them and highly recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2019
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Informative, reassuring and a relief to know everything with my surgery was correctible . Dr. Olarte is very easy to talk to and his method of communication medically is understandable . I have already recommended him to a friend for a similar problem .
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 12, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Cost effective, state of the art, minimally invasive, and compassionate care.

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive 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 Mississippi Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011

  • St. John Hospital Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2010

  • St John Hospital And Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2005

  • Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Unavail18344 Murdock Cir Port Charlotte, FL 33948
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

    1700 S Tamiami Trl
    Sarasota, FL 34239
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 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.

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

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Lee Memorial Hospital

    2776 Cleveland Ave
    Fort Myers, FL 33901
    Recipient of 27
    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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Gulf Coast Medical Center

    13681 Doctors Way
    Fort Myers, FL 33912
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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