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Dr. Paul Scherer, MD

Dr. Paul Scherer, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Scherer, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Glen Carbon, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Anderson Hospital and HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Breese. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

4802 S State Route 159 Glen Carbon, IL 62034

Make an Appointment

(618) 288-4388

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Scherer is affiliated with HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Highland Highland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Scherer specializes in the area of 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. Scherer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Scherer

4.1

22 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
18%
18%

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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
Helpful
Rebecca Rumbolo – Nov 24, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
cindy – Apr 16, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tina Beahringer in mount vernon, IL – Jan 16, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
unhappy refused patient in Edwardsville, IL – Jan 09, 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
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
William Schottel in Carlyle – Jan 03, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 15, 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
Linda Smith in Granite City, IL – Mar 21, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Scherer, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Glen Carbon, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Mayo Clinic-rochester

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine And Public Health

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Illinois SW. Orthopedics LTD.4802 S State Route 159 Glen Carbon, IL 62034
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  • Call
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office4804 S State Route 159 # 10 Glen Carbon, IL 62034
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Office3417 Anderson Healthcare Dr Ste 200 Edwardsville, IL 62025
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Community Hospital of Staunton

    400 N Caldwell St
    Staunton, IL 62088

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

    94%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Highland

    12866 Troxler Ave
    Highland, IL 62249
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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

    2% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Breese

    9515 Holy Cross Ln
    Breese, IL 62230

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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