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Dr. Joseph Schwab, MD

Dr. Joseph Schwab, MD

Hip & Knee Orthopedics*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Schwab, MD is an orthopedic hip & knee surgery specialist in Milwaukee, WI and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Aurora Medical Center Burlington and SSM Health Saint Agnes Hospital-Fond DU Lac. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

9200 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee, WI 53226

Make an Appointment

(414) 805-7410

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Schwab is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital Milwaukee, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • 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. Schwab's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schwab

4.8
25 ratings, 13 with a written review
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Very professional he knows what he doing I drove a hour to see him I highly recommend him
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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Robert Bradley – Feb 18, 2021
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I believe it was his dad who was flown out to Bern, Switzerland in 1990 to learn Modified Ganz triple. I have massive acetabular bone loss, and radiographs are shocking.My socket has been shaved almost flat since childhood. Dr. Jeff Schwab and Dr. James Stiehl put their all into this against all odds salvage to keep me active. I want this man to do my next salvage. I bet this man learned from Dr. Jeffrey Schwab. Thank God. Permission granted to use radiographs and med records in public posts. To the younger Dr. Schwab, thank you!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Janis Blair – Jul 09, 2020
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Dr Joseph Schwab is one of the best doctors I’ve ever come across!!! I am from out of town and didn’t know Dr. Schwab. Upon being introduced to him, he was incredible when it came to my care! He was on top of everything, texting or calling me with every test result and every update dealing with a hip problem I had. dr. Schwab and his team were absolutely remarkable! I close to traveling from Nashville just to have him be my doctor, that’s how good he is!! I highly recommend him, thank God I didn’t need emergency surgery, as a doctor, surgeon and a good man, he ranks as high as it gets!!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ken Koch – Jun 20, 2020
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I had an anterior hip replacement by Dr. Schwab on December 11, after having a disappointing hip replacement by another surgeon the prior year. Dr. Schwab and his PA have been extremely patient with my many questions. The surgery went surprisingly well. After two weeks, I was able to return to work. My recovery has been very quick with rapid gains every day. The difference I found with Dr. Schwab and his PA is that they really about their patients and are referred by their peers
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
3 others found this helpful
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New Berlin, Wisconsin – Jan 14, 2018
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Excellent knowledge, skills, attitude and communication style. I feel fortunate to have chosen Dr. Schwab for my bilateral hip replacement. Everything went just as planned. Excellent outcome. Thank you Dr. Schwab!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Milwaukee, WI – Jun 25, 2017
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He let me take my time reaching the point of accepting surgery, helped me understand why I needed it and what to do about it, and when the time was ripe did a superb job. I would never have believed it would be so pain free or that I could recover so fast.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jonathan Haschka in Milwaukee, WI – Jun 16, 2017
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Dr. Joseph Schwab has an excellent bed side manner. Absolute confidence in his abilities and goes out of his way to explain not only the positive, but the possible negatives that could occur during a procedure. Very through and exudes a very relaxed and confident environment for his patients. Honestly, can not say enough good things about him and very pleased with all of our interactions with him, including surgery :)
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
3 others found this helpful
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Melodee N in Mukwonago, WI – May 23, 2017
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Dr Schwab and his staff are top notch great communication truly caring I waited a long time to have hip surgery I would not have had any one else do it but Dr Joseph Schwab and his team
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Peggy Brunner in milwaukee Wis – May 05, 2017
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Straightforward, honest, and highly skilled. When my wife and I met with him he explained things thoroughly. Then, listened. At no point did I feel rushed. A very nice guy. His whole team and the stay at Community Memorial was virtually a pleasure. I'm a doctor snob. I believe in getting the best from your doctors. I got the best with Dr Schwab.
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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Jim Wheelock in Milwaukee, WI – Mar 16, 2017
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I have great confidence in Dr. Schwab. He is easy to talk to, listens to my concerns and does not push you in to surgery if you are not yet ready. He is very caring and a genuinely nice person, besides being a great surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jeanne B in Menomonee Falls, WI – Jan 31, 2017
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Dr. Schwab enjoys what he does for a living and it's obvious. When I share with other medical staff at Froedtert, who my surgeon is, they instantly have a smile on their face and tell me how lucky I am to have him for my surgeon. He has a great bedside manner and my family members also commented on how much they liked him when he spoke with them following my hip replacement surgery. I have already recommended him to others and praise him when people ask about my recovery and how the surgery went
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 30, 2016
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Dr. Schwab did a great job of explaining what the next steps were going to be in my situation and made sure that I understood what he was explaining to me. The wait time was minimal in the waiting room and during the appointment.
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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Kristin Smits in Kaukauna, WI – Nov 15, 2016
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He is very caring and efficient. His staff abe Dr.Schwab gives you all of their attention and time to answer any questions, and explain everything you need to know about treatment plan. Post op care was amazing. I never felt that At any time I could not contact them with any concerns. I could not be any happier with my 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
2 others found this helpful
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Beverly in Germantown,Wi – Nov 14, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

My goal is to provide patients of all ages and activity levels with the best hip function possible. Whether you are interested in getting back to high-level sporting activities, or are having trouble with activities of daily living, my goal is...read more

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Inselspital Bern

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012

  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Residency Hospital, 2011

  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 2006

  • Northwestern University

    Undergraduate School, 1999
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Locations

Practice

Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin Froedtert Hospital9200 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee, WI 53226
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Practice

Medical College of Wisconsin8701 Watertown Plank Rd Milwaukee, WI 53226
2

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 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.

    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

  • SSM Health Saint Agnes Hospital-Fond DU Lac

    430 E Division St
    Fond du Lac, WI 54935
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% 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
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