Dr. Benjamin J. Hackett, MD | Merrill, WI | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Hackett graduated from the Medical College of Wisconsin in 2001. He works in Merrill, WI and 4 other locations and specializes in Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Spine Surgery. Dr. Hackett is affiliated with Aspirus Merrill Hospital, Aspirus Medford Hospital And Clinics, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital, Aspirus Riverview Hospital And Clinic Inc and Aspirus Plover Hospital.

accepting new patients
5

31 Ratings
25 years of experience
speaks English
Medical College Of Wisconsin
24 written reviews
2 specialties
18 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
6 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
Male

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

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5

31 Ratings with 24 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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Patients express high levels of trust and respect for Dr. Benjamin James Hackett, commending his successful surgical outcomes, detailed explanations, and attentive listening skills. They appreciate his professionalism, the supportive staff, and his ability to provide comprehensive information regarding medical conditions and procedures. A recurring positive theme is his ability to improve patients' quality of life post-surgery. There were no negative reviews or complaints found in the dataset provided.

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I have so much trust and respect for Dr Hackett. I had neck surgery that was successful.

May 13th, 2026

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Dr. Hackett is a great surgeon that has given me my life back without any more pain.

March 25th, 2026

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Great staff. Dr. Hackett provided me with all the information I needed with my condition.

December 16th, 2025

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Dr. Hackett is amazing! He’s been with me for 10+ years, he listens and explains!

October 1st, 2025

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Wonderful Dr, he was filling in at the walk in and was so helpful. I have seen him for my Spine Consultation for surgery and now for my knee. Referring me to a knee Dr for surgery. Would Definitely refer friends to him.

July 22nd, 2025

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Dr Hackett is the best surgeon doctor there is period. He explains your injury in perfect detail and then listens to what you have to say ! He is just a perfect doctor and his personality is just out of this world! I would recommend him to anybody.

June 3rd, 2025

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Dr Hackett and his nurse Jessica were very helpful today I feel very comfortable with having them as my doctor and nurse they both went through all of what will be done in surgery and I feel very comfortable hope I said comfortable twice hopefully surgery will be done on May 12th or before after test and information is sent to my new Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance company

April 2nd, 2025

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Explained in detail what needed to be done… at 77 … I need that from my Doctor

February 5th, 2025

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Dr. Hackett is amazing Dr. And I would prefer him to anyone having back surgery .

September 12th, 2024

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I am recovering from surgery with results much better than I had hoped. Everyone was positive and professional. The visit was very helpful and informative. All of my questions were answered.

June 21st, 2024

Bone And Joint Clinic

100 S Eagle DrMerrill, WI 54452

Tel: (715) 536-7181

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Aspirus Wausau Hospital

333 Pine Ridge BlvdWausau, WI 54401

Tel: (715) 847-2121

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

900 Illinois AveStevens Point, WI 54481

Tel: (715) 346-5000

Aspirus Riverview Hospital And Clinic Inc

410 Dewey StWisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Tel: (715) 423-6060

Aspirus Plover Clinic Vern Holmes Drive Orthopedics

5409 Vern Holmes DrStevens Point, WI 54482

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Benjamin James Hackett, MD	Dr. Carissa Nicolette Kirk, DO	Dr. Nikola Marko Dobrasevic, MD	Dr. William E Wessels Jr, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopaedic Trauma	Sports Medicine	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (31 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3 (5 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
25 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience	41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English
Merrill , WI	Wausau , WI	Wausau , WI	Wausau , WI
Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin	Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Iowa Roy J And Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Spinal Fractures
Spinal Stenosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Wisconsin, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Medical College Of WisconsinGraduated in 2001

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Which hospitals is Dr. Benjamin Hackett affiliated with?: Dr. Benjamin Hackett is affiliated with Aspirus Merrill Hospital, Aspirus Medford Hospital And Clinics, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital, Aspirus Riverview Hospital And Clinic Inc, and Aspirus Plover Hospital.
Where is Dr. Benjamin Hackett's office located?: Dr. Benjamin Hackett's office is located at 100 S Eagle Dr, Merrill, WI, 54452.
What languages does Dr. Benjamin Hackett speak?: Dr. Benjamin Hackett speaks English.
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Is Dr. Benjamin Hackett accepting new patients?: Dr. Benjamin Hackett is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Benjamin Hackett's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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