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Dr. Kenneth Kearns, MD

Dr. Kenneth Kearns, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
15+ years of experience
(215) 253-6583

Dr. Kenneth Kearns, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kearns has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences in 2006. He is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 139 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (139 reviews)
(215) 253-6583
Accepting New PatientsSecure Call
834 Chestnut St Ste G114
Philadelphia, PA 19107

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Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Locations

Practice

Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center834 Chestnut St Ste G114 Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center950 Pulaski Dr # 100 King of Prussia, PA 19406
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Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center2010 W Chester Pike Ste 330 Havertown, PA 19083
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Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center2600 Easton Rd Willow Grove, PA 19090
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kearns is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, a highly rated hospital.

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

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kearns

4.7
139 ratings, 110 with a written review
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Very friendly and personable in his approach. Clearly explained my condition and the options available for treatment.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Patricia Plotner – Mar 05, 2025
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Dr Kearns is one of the best shoulder doctor
Telehealth
Very professional with listening ears and always ready to perform the necessary injections, to schedule the X-ray. EtcDr. Kearns is making my life better and caring for my well being. I have a lot medical issues including cancer, arthritis and post traumatic trauma from rotator caff surgery done by a different surgeon. May God Bless him, and all the health care providers.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jadwiga Maria Tauss – Feb 19, 2025
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Excellent Surgeon
Dr Kearns listens and proposes a plan. I had a shoulder arthroplasty after trying less invasive procedures and felt amazingly better a few days after surgery. I cannot thank Dr Kearns enough for his clinical expertise!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2025
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After 4 yrs as a patient I know his work is great.
He is always pleasant, upbeat and thorough. I have referred friends to him and will continue to do so.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mary – Dec 21, 2024
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Excellent and kind.
Efficient
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 03, 2024
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The best
Always caring personal care
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 26, 2024
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Absolutely the Best! So grateful for his care!
Dr Kearns is professional, personable and a great listener! He truly cares. I am super impressed and grateful to have him as my surgeon. Thankyou! Thankyou!
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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Monica D – Nov 12, 2024
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Excellent Dr.
Dr Kearns is an excellent surgeon! Put my clavicle back together after a bad break! He is very friendly, informative and an all round great Dr.
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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Renée I Staiger – Nov 09, 2024
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Awesome clinician!
Dr Kearns is competent, professional and caring. He has helped reduce my shoulder pain so I can do the things I love, swimming! He’s the very best!
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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Linda Gdowik – Nov 09, 2024
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Fantastic
Fantastic surgeon. Very personable with a wonderful staff. Highly recommended
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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Dr Steven Present – Sep 13, 2024
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Very efficient office
My appointment ran on time. Everyone that works there seems to be knowledgeable and capable.Doc was personable & on point with diagnosis & game plan.
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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Jill Noble – Sep 10, 2024
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Pleasant, professional and highly skilled. Who could want more that that??
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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Tom. F. – Sep 09, 2024
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Excellent Dr
He knows what he is doing, he takes his time with you. He listens to you. He genuinely cares.
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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Dawn Dillon – Jul 25, 2024
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Highly recommend
About 4 years ago Dr. Kearns repaired tears in my rotator cuff. I have not had any further issues.
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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Vanessa – Jul 23, 2024
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Shoulder arthroplasty
Would recommend Dr Kearns and staff to anyone. Performed shoulder surgery on me and was fantastic. Follow up visit showed me my X-ray and he explained what was done in detail.
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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Jul 11, 2024
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Highly recommend!
Dr. Kearns really listened to me about my shoulder issue. He quickly reviewed my imaging and came up with a plan to help me feel better asap. I'm very glad to have found him and I look forward to my shoulder being pain free soon!
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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Beth H. – Jul 09, 2024
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Always informative office visits including xrays r
My follow up visit after shoulder surgery went very well had xrays done w an explanation of exactly is happening during my healing process no wait to be seen i travel 4 hours to his office si appreciate the quick svc.
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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Shannon jones – May 11, 2024
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Dr. Kearns Office Visit Review
Dr. Kearns was very professional, kind and approachable. The visit with him was actually quite delightful.
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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May 07, 2024
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Fixed me up
Dr Kearns did my shoulder surgery, it was bad .. Now after therapy… I feel great… it takes time , he takes care of his patients….
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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Fixed me up – Apr 30, 2024
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Very pleasant experience
The best doctor I met in my lifetime really helped with my problems
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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Jacqueline Zambrano – Apr 22, 2024
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Dr. Kenneth Kearns, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kearns has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from University of Toledo College of...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

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  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals

    Residency Hospital

  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Toledo College Of Medicine And Life Sciences

    Medical School, 2006
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    111 S 11th St
    Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

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

    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

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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