Dr. Alexander Pruitt, MD | Emmetsburg, IA | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Alexander Pruitt has practiced orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, and internal medicine for 43 years and is affiliated with Palo Alto County Hospital and Avera Holy Family Hospital. He completed his residency at United States Army Medical Center and sees patients in Emmetsburg, Estherville, and Spencer, Iowa. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Pruitt 4 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4

16 Ratings
43 years of experience
3 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
United States Army Medical Center
11 written reviews
3 specialties
15 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Pruitt's Ratings and Reviews

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16 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Dr. Pruitt has been a life saver for myself with having RA that has damaged all of my joints. With out Dr. Pruitt performing total joint replacements I wouldn't be able to live the life I do. I trust him that he knows what I need to keep healthy.

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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

August 7th, 2018

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I saw Dr. Pruitt for my knee pain. He was very thorough with his evaluation. Kind & compassionate. His level of expertise is the best. Staff very friendly.

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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

July 16th, 2018

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Had a shoulder surgery by Pruitt and he did not correctly do the procedure. Have had two other specialists look at it since then and they agree he did not do the surgery he claims he did based on what they can actually see he did! BEWARE and SAVE YOURSELF a future surgery to fix his mistake!

Did Well

Needs Improvement

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

May 17th, 2018

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Dr. Pruitt and his staff are very easy to work with, and are always very friendly. When ever I have needed to get in to be seen I can always be seen by the next day if not the same day.

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 10th, 2018

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I had knee surgery this past year and it went great! I feel much better. Dr Pruitt and his staff are Amazing!! I would highly recommend him to others.

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 11th, 2018

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Dr. Pruitt is an exceptional surgeon and is second to none! He has a wonderful bed side manner and is very compassionate. His patients adore him.

April 10th, 2018

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Dr. Pruitt and his staff are very professional and provided excellent care. Minimal wait time and spent lots of time during the exam. Explained the issue and how it would be fixed in easy to understand terms.

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 4th, 2018

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Dr. Pruitt was great to work with. He did a great job at explaining what he saw in X-Ray's and what the follow up plan would be. The staff received an authorization for an MRI the next day and I was able to schedule my MRI quickly. I would definitely recommend Orthopaedics, P.C. to all of my friends and family.

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

March 30th, 2018

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Dr. Pruitt did my knee surgery in February 2017 and I am very happy with my outcome. He had great bedside manner and explained everything to me about my surgery and post operative care. The office staff were very kind to me and scheduled my surgery in a timely manner. I would definitely go back to Orthopaedics, P.C.

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

October 19th, 2017

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I called on a Monday due to I hurting my ankle over the weekend. I called and they fit me in the same day. I received a brace and his staff authorized an MRI and had the scan the next day! Amazing turn around time! This isn’t the first time I have called and not had to wait long for an appointment - they are usually willing to see you whenever it works for your schedule! I wish more doctors would adopt this policy!

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

October 19th, 2017

Orthopaedics Pc

3201 1st StEmmetsburg, IA 50536

Tel: (712) 580-2022

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Avera Holy Family Hospital

826 N 8th StEstherville, IA 51334

Tel: (712) 362-2631

Spencer Hospital

1200 1st Ave ESpencer, IA 51301

Tel: (712) 264-8300


Dr. Alexander Pruitt, MD	Dr. Ricardo Alberto De Leon, MD	Dr. Daniel Joseph Mcguire, MD	Dr. Robert Nicholas Santella, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Hospital Medicine	Orthopedic Spine Surgery	Nephrology
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (16 Ratings)	3.5 (4 Ratings)	3.5 (31 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
43 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	44 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Emmetsburg , IA	Charles City , IA	Spencer , IA	Sioux Falls , SD
Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine	Med School: Universidad Latina De Panama	Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine	Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicare
Medicare - Medicare

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Internal Medicine
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Army Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Pruitt's NPI number is 1760599450.

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Internal Medicine
37 Years Exp | Sioux Falls, SD
(1)
Dr. Raiko Munankarmi, MD
Internal Medicine
16 Years Exp | Sioux Falls, SD
(0)
Dr. Elden Richard Rand, MD
Cardiology
26 Years Exp | Sioux Falls, SD
(0)
Dr. Denisa Lavinia Hagau, MD
Cardiology
20 Years Exp | Mason City, IA
(4)
Dr. Timothy Joel Hurst, MD
Internal Medicine
9 Years Exp | Spencer, IA
(0)
Dr. April Rose Lauer
Hospital Medicine
9 Years Exp | Sioux Falls, SD
(0)
Dr. Luis Jaime Cuervo, MD
Oncology
20 Years Exp | Morehead City, NC
(8)
Dr. Andrew G Pick, DO
Orthopedic Surgery
15 Years Exp | Spencer, IA
(2)
Dr. Ashwin Gopalan, MD
Other
13 Years Exp | Loma Linda, CA
(0)
Dr. Michael W Crane, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
46 Years Exp | Britt, IA
(31)

Where is Dr. Alexander Pruitt's office located?: Dr. Alexander Pruitt's office is located at 3201 1st St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alexander Pruitt affiliated with?: Dr. Alexander Pruitt is affiliated with Palo Alto County Hospital and Avera Holy Family Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Alexander Pruitt speak?: Dr. Alexander Pruitt speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Pruitt?: You can find contact information for Dr. Alexander Pruitt here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Alexander Pruitt accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Alexander Pruitt has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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