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Dr. John Fifer Jr, MD

Dr. John Fifer Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. John Fifer Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fort Myers, FL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida in 1976. He is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

8350 Riverwalk Park Blvd Ste 1 Fort Myers, FL 33919
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(239) 992-3117

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fifer Jr is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital Fort Myers, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fifer Jr specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Fifer Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fifer Jr

2.9

29 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
3%
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
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What could be improved
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Hal Keith – Aug 03, 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
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Kathy S – Apr 23, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 21, 2021
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Deb S – Mar 18, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 08, 2020
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Feb 27, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
1 person found this helpful
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Do not recommend – Jan 03, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Disappointed Patient – Jul 13, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 10, 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
2 people found this helpful
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May 02, 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
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Mrs. Walker in Estero, Fl – Apr 27, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Josette Dishongh in Cape Coral, FL – Jan 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Brown Randolph in Bonita Springs, FL – Nov 05, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Bob M in Cape Coral, FL – Aug 03, 2016
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biography

Dr. John Fifer Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fort Myers, FL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida in 1976. He is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of South Florida

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Fifer & Heligman MD PA8350 Riverwalk Park Blvd Ste 1 Fort Myers, FL 33919
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Practice

Florida Neurology Group10201 Arcos Ave Ste 206 Estero, FL 33928
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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 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

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    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
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