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Dr. John Fitzgerald, MD

Dr. John Fitzgerald, MD

Pain Medicine Anesthesiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Fitzgerald, MD is a pain medicine anesthesiologist in Indianapolis, IN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Franciscan Health Indianapolis and Indiana University Health Tipton Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

8805 N Meridian St Ste 100 Indianapolis, IN 46260

Make an Appointment

(317) 706-7246

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fitzgerald is affiliated with Franciscan Health Indianapolis Indianapolis, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

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

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fitzgerald

4.3

16 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
81%
81%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
19%
19%

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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
Phil J. – May 08, 2020
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 22, 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
Helpful
Carlos Gonzalez – Nov 20, 2019
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lafayette, IN – Dec 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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Terre Haute, IN – Nov 03, 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
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 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
D.T. – Jan 04, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Our team of certified and licensed physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, psychologist and clinical social worker work together to provide multidisciplinary treatment to help our patients live an improved quality of life.

biography

Dr. John Fitzgerald, MD is a board certified anesthesiologist and pain management physician at the Center for Pain Management. He joined the practice in 2004 and offers 30 years of experience as a pain management and treatment specialist. ...read more

  • Pain Medicine Anesthesiology

  • Pain Medicine

  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Acute Pain Medicine

  • Pain Management

  • Anesthesiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Iu Health University

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Mercy Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982

  • Hillsdale College

    Undergraduate School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Pain Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office8805 N Meridian St Ste 100 Indianapolis, IN 46260
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Franciscan Health Indianapolis

    8111 S Emerson Ave
    Indianapolis, IN 46237
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    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

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Indiana University Health Tipton Hospital

    1000 S Main St
    Tipton, IN 46072

  • Union Hospital

    1606 N 7th St
    Terre Haute, IN 47804

    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

    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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