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Dr. Luis Vela, DO

Dr. Luis Vela, DO

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Luis Vela, DO is an orthopedic surgeon in Corvallis, OR and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mission Hospital and Samaritan Albany General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

3620 NW Samaritan Dr Ste 201 Corvallis, OR 97330
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(541) 768-6300

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Vela is affiliated with Samaritan Albany General Hospital Albany, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Vela specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Vela's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vela

2.6

29 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
38%
38%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
55%
55%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 11, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Apr 03, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
DTO in Albany – Nov 28, 2018
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 07, 2018
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kathleen in Siletz – Sep 13, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Suzy McCarty in lincoln city, OR – Aug 09, 2018
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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
Leanne in Albany, OR – Aug 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Discussed With Vela Treatment in NEWPORT, OR – Apr 05, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Luis Vela, DO is an orthopedic surgeon in Corvallis, OR and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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  • Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College Of Allopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Samaritan Medical Group Hand To Shoulder Orthopedics-Corvallis3620 NW Samaritan Dr Ste 201 Corvallis, OR 97330
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Practice

Mma Orthopedic Trauma1 Hospital Dr Ste 4200 Asheville, NC 28801
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Practice

Mission Hospital509 Biltmore Ave Asheville, NC 28801
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Samaritan Albany General Hospital

    1046 6th Ave SW
    Albany, OR 97321
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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.

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital

    525 N Santiam Hwy
    Lebanon, OR 97355
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    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.

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital

    930 SW Abbey St
    Newport, OR 97365
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    84%
    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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