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Dr. Michael Hinton, MD

Dr. Michael Hinton, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Hinton, MD is a reconstructive orthopedic surgeon in Lake Charles, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hinton has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

230 W Sale Rd Lake Charles, LA 70605

Make an Appointment

(337) 477-5252

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hinton specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Hinton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hinton

4.5

23 ratings, 15 with a written review
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1 Star
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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
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Lorie Fontenot – Aug 23, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Jacqueline Coulon – Jul 23, 2022
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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
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Cynthia & Terrance – Dec 15, 2021
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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
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Apr 14, 2021
Our goal is to provide you with excellent patient...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 13, 2020
Your concerns are taken very seriously. We are...Read More
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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
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Ronda Waller in Dequincy la – Nov 15, 2017
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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
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Lake Charles, LA – Sep 07, 2017
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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
7 people found this helpful
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Jeannie D. Robertson in Lake Charles, LA – Sep 21, 2016
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Brenda Myers in Lacassine La. – Aug 17, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Ruth Ann mcdaniel in Creole La, – Jul 27, 2016
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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
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Betty in Lake Charles, LA – Jun 22, 2016
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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
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shrimperMAN in Lake Charles, LA – Jun 22, 2016
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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
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Joyce Howard in Lake Charles, LA – Jun 22, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joeann McLemore in Sulphur, LA – Apr 26, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kora Benford in Lake Charles, LA – Apr 25, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Alan Hinton is a specialist in orthopedics and sports medicine who has operated for over 20 years. From diagnosis to repair and recovery, Hinton Orthopedics will be there every step of the way to make sure you get back to normal in a timely...read more

biography

Dr. Alan Hinton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who has been practicing in the Lake Charles area for the past 20 years. He is a graduate of Louisiana State University School of Medicine, and his specialties include orthopedics as well as...read more

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedics

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • La State University

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Charity Hospital Of La

    Internship Hospital, 1990

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989

  • Mcneese State University

    Undergraduate School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

M. Alan Hinton MD Apmc230 W Sale Rd Lake Charles, LA 70605
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

    1701 Oak Park Blvd
    Lake Charles, LA 70601

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

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