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Dr. John Neilson, MD

Dr. John Neilson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. John Neilson, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Milwaukee, WI. He is affiliated with medical facilities Froedtert Hospital and Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 221 reviews 5 Star Rating (221 reviews)

West Bend Health Center

8900 W Doyne Ave Milwaukee, WI 53226
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5.0
221 ratings, 182 with a written review
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I am very satisfied with the care I received at Froedtert.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 23, 2024
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Dr. Neilson, put all of my concerns at ease right away. He explained everything to me and addressed all of my concerns.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Richard Garner – Nov 22, 2024
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Excellent Doctor and Team
Surgery was done perfectly I was walking a few hours after surgery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 11, 2024
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Dr. Neilson and team have been outstanding.
Dr. John Neilson and Sean Veenendaal, PA-C work great as a team. They took the time to fully evaluate my health and readiness as well as explain the robotic total knee replacement surgery and pre- and post-op expectations. I felt very reassured and confident in their skills. Received a nice binder of information at the pre-op exam which helped confirm at-home medical equipment, surgery process and exercises to start and continue after the procedure. Surgery, care, touch bases are going exceptionally well. Pain was minimal (with the help of meds, taken as recommended) and mobility progress has been on track. I an a 61 year old female, motivated to follow the medical plan provided for my best quality of life, overweight but in good health with reduced physical activity for sometime due to the osteoarthritis. Two weeks post -op, I’m already looking forward to getting the second knee replaced with the same team.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sep 16, 2024
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Very detailed explanations of what was going to happen and what to expect after the procedure
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
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Sep 16, 2024
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Listen to Dr Neilson.
Dr Neilson is straight forward. He tells you what you need to do before the procedure to make the healing process go better. He sincerely cares about you to get better. He's not one of those doctors who just stops by and gives you a look and says a few things and leaves. He wants to know how you are doing and what his team can do to make you better.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 Fails – Sep 16, 2024
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Dr Neilson listens attentively, explains thoroughly, and is uptempo with a light sense of humor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Charles Lenarduzzi – Sep 02, 2024
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Very personable and friendly. He answered all my questions and was very informative.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Eileen Macemon – Aug 19, 2024
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Excellent surgeon !
Very detailed information before during and after the hip replacement.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Aug 19, 2024
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Hip replacement
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 18, 2024
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The best in the region.
Brilliant surgeon who gets the right people involved to create a multi-disciplinary team to treat the not so common ailments in orthopedics. The very best bedside manner too. His PA is great.
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
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K. K. Billingsley – Jul 06, 2024
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Dr. Neilson did a great job on my hip replacement.
He was on call and came in to do my surgery. I very much appreciated that. He was confident and that put me at ease. And I love this website that they check in with me every day with helpful hints and answer any questions I may have.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lynette W. – Jun 27, 2024
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Was very impressed with Dr Nielsens interaction with and explanations to our daughter and us. Would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 10, 2024
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Knee Replacement
Dr. Neilson and staff communicated the pre and post procedure knee replacement with honesty, and care. They exceeded my expectations! Dr. Neilson is a brilliant surgeon who cared for me not only as a patient but a person as well. I’m very grateful to have Dr. Neilson as a surgeon. Well done by the whole Froedtert Medical Staff!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 Stankowski – May 15, 2024
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True Pro The Best
I needed new hip Dr comes in breaks it down and do his magic
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Lewis – May 07, 2024
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Knee surgery
Dr Neilson is an exceptional surgeon, made sure I was very well informed and I feel he did a great job with my knee replacement.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 29, 2024
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Beyond wonderful
From the moment I entered Froedert ER, had surgery, and until I left 4 days later, I felt surrounded by love, support, and skillful caring staff.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jo Ann Fritz – Apr 24, 2024
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Excellent care and service. Highly recommend to others.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 24, 2024
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Dr. John Neilson is one of the orthopedic surgeons that make Froedtert a top US ranked hospital. Although my medical conditions were numerous, he operated with great care and precision over many hours. He led an experienced team and coordinated with numerous specialists and caregivers throughout my stay, all the while respecting my personal beliefs and wishes. My family and I are most grateful for his skill, and for the honesty and integrity he delivered in my care.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 25, 2024
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Very satisfying visit
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 25, 2024
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Dr. John Neilson, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Milwaukee, WI. He is affiliated with medical facilities Froedtert Hospital and Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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Locations

West Bend Health Center

Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital8900 W Doyne Ave Milwaukee, WI 53226
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Froedtert Hospital

    9200 W Wisconsin Ave
    Milwaukee, WI 53226
    Recipient of 46
    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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital

    W180N8085 Town Hall Rd
    Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

    America's 100 Best Hospitals 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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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