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Dr. Philip Deffer Jr, MD

Dr. Philip Deffer Jr, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Philip Deffer Jr, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Spencer, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from TEXAS TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY in 1986. He is affiliated with Spencer Municipal Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1200 1st Ave E Ste C Spencer, IA 51301

Make an Appointment

(712) 262-7511

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Deffer Jr is affiliated with Spencer Municipal Hospital Spencer, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Deffer Jr specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Deffer Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Deffer Jr

3.8

10 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Robin L – Oct 07, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Storm Lake, IA – Jul 31, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Philip Deffer Jr, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Spencer, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from TEXAS TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY in 1986. He is affiliated with Spencer Municipal Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Texas Technical University

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Nwia Bone Joint & Sports Surgeons PC1200 1st Ave E Ste C Spencer, IA 51301
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Spencer Municipal Hospital

    1200 1st Ave E
    Spencer, IA 51301
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

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