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Dr. Philip Branson, MD

Dr. Philip Branson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Philip Branson, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Princeton, WV and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Branson has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery, Knee & Lower Limb Surgery, and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Princeton Community Hospital and Raleigh General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 77 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (77 reviews)

Practice

311 Courthouse Rd Princeton, WV 24740
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(304) 425-9563

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Branson specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Branson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Branson

4.7

77 ratings, 54 with a written review
5 Star
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3 Star
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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
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Apr 06, 2025
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No results
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Jyothi – Mar 27, 2025
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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
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Connie – Mar 12, 2025
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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
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Deb Sheppard – Jan 09, 2025
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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
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Nov 14, 2024
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 11, 2024
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 22, 2024
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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
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Rick Snuffer – Jul 18, 2024
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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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Mary Fitzpatrick – May 24, 2024
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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
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Apr 11, 2024
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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
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Joyce Farmer – Apr 11, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Dec 29, 2023
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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
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F. OBrien – Dec 06, 2023
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sharon Wimmer – Dec 06, 2023
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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
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James Akers – Oct 03, 2023
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 24, 2023
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Susan B. – Aug 23, 2023
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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
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Sherry S. – Jun 01, 2023
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nancy D. – Apr 08, 2023
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WR – Apr 05, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

I am privileged to work with highly trained staff and cutting-edge technology in a community that considers me a doctor rather than a ``provider.`` It is an honor to work at the first total joint center in West Virginia to receive national recognition...read more

biography

My wife Cynthia has put up with my long hours, and me for over 38 years. Our 3 children attended public schools and have gone on to careers in medicine and dentistry.  Sara is finishing  an opthalmology cornea fellowship at Emory in Atlanta. ...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

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  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Fred Morgan D O P C.311 Courthouse Rd Princeton, WV 24740
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Summers County ARH Hospital

    115 Summers Hospital Rd
    Hinton, WV 25951

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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Princeton Community Hospital

    122 12th St
    Princeton, WV 24740
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Raleigh General Hospital

    1710 Harper Rd
    Beckley, WV 25801

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

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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