Dr. William D. Prickett, MD | Tucson, AZ | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. William Prickett is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing 29 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington University. Dr. Prickett is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Prickett is affiliated with Oro Valley Hospital and practices in Tucson, Arizona. He focuses on treating joint pain, rotator cuff tears, and shoulder disorders. His expertise includes performing nerve blocks for pain management and administering Botox injections for lower back pain relief. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.3

54 Ratings
29 years of experience
60 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Washington University
14 written reviews
2 specialties
19 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Prickett's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

54 Ratings with 14 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Flexible scheduling: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Shoulder pain.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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June 23rd, 2022

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Great physician. Very pleased with visit.

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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

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July 28th, 2021

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Excellent and efficient

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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

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July 8th, 2021

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Excellent bedside manner. Everyone in the process were great to deal with.

January 28th, 2021

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Great Doctor

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Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 23rd, 2020

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Everyone there was cheerful and showed great customer service

March 11th, 2020

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See Dr. Pickett about once a year for my left shoulder. Rotator cuff surgery on my right shoulder in 2007.there is no one else I would trust. He's the best.

December 12th, 2019

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On time and he tell you the best option.

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

December 12th, 2019

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He was very professional and caring!! He knew right away what was wrong with me two years ago and had it fixed in three weeks. I even ended up with dvts and he was out of town and helped me get to the right people.

September 16th, 2019

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Have seen him twice, once for my elbow, once for my shoulder. Professional, able to relay my issues and treatment to my understanding, staff was great, facilities exemplary.. will definitely come back if ever needed again!

September 15th, 2019

Tucson Orthopaedic Institute

6320 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 200Tucson, AZ 85741

Tel: (520) 382-8200

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

Northwest Medical Center

6200 N La Cholla BlvdTucson, AZ 85741

Tel: (520) 742-9000

Huntsville Hospital For Women And Children

245 Governors Dr SeHuntsville, AL 35801

Tel: (256) 265-1000


Dr. William Daniel Prickett, MD	Dr. Kai-Uwe Lewandrowski, MD	Dr. Brian Boyd Nielsen, MD	Dr. Michael Ralph Stilson, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Sports Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (54 Ratings)	3.5 (64 Ratings)	4.3 (40 Ratings)	3 (2 Ratings)
29 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience	30 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, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Tucson , AZ	Tucson , AZ	Tucson , AZ	Tucson , AZ
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine	Med School: Humboldt Universitaet Zu Berlin (Charite) Medizinische Fakultaet	Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
Broken Bones (Bone Fractures)
Elbow Fracture (Ulna Fractures)
Elbow Injuries
Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Injuries
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Pain (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Pediatrics
Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
Rotator Cuff Problem (Shoulder Impingement Syndrome)
Shoulder Fractures
Shoulder Pain
Sports Injuries
Sports Medicine
Tennis Elbow

Dr. William Daniel Prickett holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Arizona that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Washington University.

Medical School

Graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Prickett's NPI number is 1851392450.

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