Dr. John W. Solari, MD | Biddeford, ME | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. John Solari has practiced orthopedic surgery for 41 years and is affiliated with Southern Maine Health Care. He sees patients in Biddeford, Maine. He completed his medical training at the Robert Larner MD College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and his residency at University Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Solari 4.25 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.3

20 Ratings
41 years of experience
5 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Medical Center
6 written reviews
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Solari's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

20 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Thank you for leaving no rock unturned which resulted in a diagnosis of Lyme disease .Im currently in a lot of pain but that know exactly what to do and it gives you a peace of mind.What a team and i cant smile or thank you more. God bless. T.Rioux

August 21st, 2019

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Dr. Solari has worked on both of my knee's. He is such a kind man, great sense of humor, amazing surgeon, who spent as much time as necessary exploring what the issue was, and explained it in layman's terms. He has such a great bedside manner! I would highly recommend Dr. Solari, my only hope is that he never retires!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 29th, 2019

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Not only is he a fantastic surgeon, but he has great bedside manner, too.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 27th, 2017

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Had both knees repaired and recovered quickly. Great doctor and surgeon and individual.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 17th, 2015

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Dr. Solari was wonderful. His nurse got me in the next day after I injured my knee. After being x-rayed, he went over all the x- rays with me and my husband. Instead of doing surgery, he suggested I try getting a cortisone shot first. I did that, but it didn't work. So now, I will undergo surgery to clean out the "stuff" I saw in the x-ray. So glad, he tried the shot treatment.I highly recommend Dr. Solari!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 31st, 2012

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He is a knowledgeable and really took the time to speak with me in English so I understood my diagnosis.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 29th, 2012

Smhc Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

46 Barra Rd Ste 103Biddeford, ME 04005

Tel: (207) 283-1126

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Smhc Internal Medicine

46 Barra Rd Ste 201-202Biddeford, ME 04005

Tel: (207) 282-3349

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Smhc Therapy Center

46 Barra Rd Ste 102Biddeford, ME 04005

Tel: (207) 283-7226

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Smmc Prime Care Orthopedics

10 Wellspring RdBiddeford, ME 04005

Tel: (207) 283-7600

Smhc Medical Center Biddeford

1 Medical Center DrBiddeford, ME 04005


Dr. John William Solari, MD	Dr. Jonathan Prescott Watling, MD	Dr. Ali Abbasian Hersini, MD	Dr. Christopher Michael Stadler, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Sports Medicine	Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery

4.3 (20 Ratings)	3 (2 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience		14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Biddeford , ME	South Portland , ME	Portland , ME	Portland , ME
Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians		Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
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Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
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Osteoarthritis
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Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Solari's NPI number is 1477593275.

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Which hospitals is Dr. John Solari affiliated with?: Dr. John Solari is affiliated with Southern Maine Health Care.
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What languages does Dr. John Solari speak?: Dr. John Solari speaks English.

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