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Dr. Thomas Teater, MD

Dr. Thomas Teater, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Teater, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Dover, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University in 1988. He is affiliated with Union Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

515 Union Ave Ste 167 Dover, OH 44622
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(330) 343-3335

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Teater is affiliated with Union Hospital Dover, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Teater specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Teater's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Teater

3.6
12 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
58%
58%
4 star
8%
8%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
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1 star
33%
33%

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NO...If I could give him less stars I would. Not helpful. Did not answer questions, he knew it all. Every time I was there, he kept trying to get me to take the kind of shots that my insurance would not pay for. He decided I need extra x-rays from his office. The ones I got from the hospital are not good enough. Then comes into the room and says he can put shots into my knee to help me....... (He has already seen me 5 times and put shots in my knee 4 of those times). He acted like he didn't know that I had been there all those times before. Which means he did not even read my chart before he came into the room! I can understand forgetting you, they see a lot of people. But NOT looking at your chart before he walks into the room, is very unprofessional. I have worked in healthcare for many years, I never would let my staff treat patients like this.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Rose – Aug 02, 2021
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Love this doctor, very comfortable to deal with and made me confident that he could resolve my issue and that I would not be overtreated.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 31, 2019
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Dr. Teater did my knee and shoulder surgery..He is quite possibly the most relateable Dr. I have ever dealt with.. Great personal skills even better bedside manner and easy to talk to and it doesn't take 3 days for his office to get back to you when you call them..I just broke my leg and got shipped of to Akron and it's the worst experience of my life..admitted for two days a rod and two screws placed and 3 appointments later still have never talked to actual surgeon.. would not happen w Dr
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 04, 2019
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Dr. Teater did both my left rotor cuff and my right arm musle that I tore. They worked out really good and I had no unexpected problems with them. As he says up front it is slow to heal and there's a lot of frustration but in the end it was well worth haveing arm's that work and are pretty much pain free unless you do stupid things you know you shoulden't which you will hear about real quick when Dr. hears it. Thank you doctor for putting up with me and doing great work on this old body.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
Helpful
jim austin in Dover, OH – Aug 25, 2016
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honest opinion, suggestions, expectations, etc. all positive expeirences
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
Helpful
Lynette in Dover, OH – Jan 13, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Teater, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Dover, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University in 1988. He is affiliated with Union Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Ohio State University

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital Orthopaedics515 Union Ave Ste 167 Dover, OH 44622
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Union Hospital

    659 Boulevard St
    Dover, OH 44622
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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