Dr. John Fulkerson, MD
Orthopedic Surgery*
50+ years of experience
Dr. John Fulkerson, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in New Haven, CT and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hospital for Special Surgery and Hartford Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.3 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (48 reviews)
Practice
800 Howard Ave New Haven, CT 06519Telehealth available
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Dr. Fulkerson's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fulkerson
4.3
48 ratings, 13 with a written review
| 5 star | 81% | 81% |
| 4 star | 2% | 2% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 2% | 2% |
| 1 star | 15% | 15% |
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Dr. Fulkerson has performed multiple procedures on me over that past 10 years, including knee surgery and Rotator Cuff surgery on both shoulders (the left shoulder most recently in Sept 2019). The results for each has been excellent. I am very active and run, exercise, ski and swim often with no pain and full use of each joint/limb. He is easy to talk to, explains things clearly and I highly recommend him for similar medical needs.
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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Dan Gabree – Jan 23, 2020
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The whole visit was done so efficiently.
I had my MRI immediately after my appt with Dr.Fulkerson.
He then read the MRI on his iPad immediately adter to me back in his office.
It was them that we made an appt to have my turn meniscus fixed.
My recovery was quick and without too much pain.
I’m so glad I listened to my friend who recommended the Dr.
Overall, a very positive experience.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 25, 2019
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I would absolutely recommend Dr. Fulkerson to my friends and family. He provided a higher level of care than any surgeon I met with. From scheduling an appointment with the office staff to requesting paperwork or progress notes to getting follow up care after surgery, it was all excellent and simple.
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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PA – Mar 05, 2019
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After seeing two other knee surgeons (one of which recommended , Dr. Fulkerson as one of the two top knee surgeons in the country who understand the Total Knee), Dr. Fulkerson replaced my son's knee tendons and put his own spin on the procedure, attaching the donor tendons above the knee rather than under the knee cap for more stability. I would highly recommend Dr. Fulkerson. His office is run extremely efficiently and the follow up and care was 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
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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New York , NY – Oct 08, 2018
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Yes! I would recommend him to all my family and friends. He was caring and understanding of knee problems. He took the time to help me understand the medical terminology.
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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Feb 13, 2018
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I had knee pain for 3 years, and saw 4 different doctors. All the doctors gave me "band-aid" options (aka braces, physical therapy, cortisone shots). The pain continued, but being that I was in my mid 20's and athletic, no doctor wanted to do anything more for me. I finally heard about Dr. Fulkerson and decided to give him a try. HE SPENT AN HOUR WITH ME! He explained FULLY what was wrong and what I needed to have done - surgery. He performed surgery and I have been GREAT! BACK TO NORMAL FINALLY
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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Jan 18, 2018
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Dr Fulkerson did an excellent job repairing the torn meniscus in my knee. I had no pain after the procedure and was able to walk and bend my knee with no discomfort.
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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Michael McDaniel in Bristol – Nov 03, 2017
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I am always impressed with my experience at this doctor’s office. First you are greeted with a smile by Donna who is very helpful and kind and is quick in getting back to you. Dr. Fulkerson has a demeanor and bed-side manner that is calm, positive, thorough, and attentive. He is extremely knowledgeable and always makes me feel comfortable at my appts. I would highly recommend him, He truly cares about me as a patient and as an individual. Dr. Fulkerson has my total loyalty as a patient!!!!
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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Jenn in CT – Oct 11, 2017
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Fulkerson came highly recommended, and after reading reviews I was excited to meet with him. I was unfortunately surprised that my interactions with him were awful. He could not answer any question definitively, continuously flip flopped on causes and treatments. In the end he practically gave up. I am 23 years old, active, and have been experiencing crippling knee pain for the past year. I will never forget what he said in my last appointment, "atleast you don't have cancer."
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
- 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
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Farmington, CT – Oct 04, 2017
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After an old knee injury flared up, I was in crippling pain for over a year. I went to see top surgeons in NYC, Boston and even the surgeon for the Denver Broncos! None of them could figure out why I was in so much pain. Thank goodness I was finally refereed to Dr. Fulkerson. He diagnosed my condition right away. I am 3 months post surgery and feeling so much better! Dr. Fulkerson predicts that I will be 100% healed 1 year post surgery! Than You Dr. Fulkerson! I am so grateful!
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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Cynthia in Arlington, MA – Jan 25, 2017
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26, had two prior knee surgeries with two different surgeons which did not address the knee issues I was having. Fulkerson performed my third in Dec 2015: Fulkerson osteotomy, microfracture procedure, lateral release. Long recovery but best decision I have ever made. I'm not even a year out and I already have more function than I did prior to surgery! Fulkerson saved my active life, very knowledgeable and personable, my only regret is I didn't find him sooner!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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BSR in Farmingdale, ME – Nov 01, 2016
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I had 2 Fulkerson Osteotomy procedures after having 6 unsuccessful knee surgeries in Texas, Louisiana and Alabama. Dr. Fulkerson was a dream come true and finally fixed my knees. He also corrected problems other surgeons caused in the process. Thank you, Dr. Fulkerson, you gave me my life back.
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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Reagan in Tyler, TX – Aug 31, 2016
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Listened to my concerns and answered all my questions providing guidance and options.
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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Avon, CT – Feb 24, 2016
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Fulkerson to family and friends is 4.3333335 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
With over thirty years experience, I emphasize precision and excellence in the care of patients with patella instability problemsbiography
Specialist in patella instability surgery. We are at the cutting edge of 3D modeling in some cases, giving us the best surgical planning capability available todayOrthopedic Surgery
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Yale Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 1978Yale School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Practice
Radiology And Biomedical Imaging-New Haven-Yale Physicians Building800 Howard Ave New Haven, CT 06519
Yale University67 Masonic Ave Wallingford, CT 06492
Office47 College St New Haven, CT 06510
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 24
hospital awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024)
Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement
View all awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
91%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home7% higher than the national average
89%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family24% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 6
hospital awardsView all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well - Recipient of 29
hospital awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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