Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo, MD, PhD | Rochester, MN | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo treats arthralgia, shoulder pain, and joint stiffness, and performs physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy. He practices orthopedic surgery in Rochester, Minnesota, and is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Methodist Campus, Mayo Clinic Hospital Saint Marys Campus, Mayo Clinic Health Systems Austin, Olmsted Medical Center, and Mayo Eugenio Litta Childrens Hospital. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Madrid, Facultad De Medicina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Sanchez-Sotelo 3.86 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
3.9

14 Ratings
speaks English
Universidad Autonoma De Madrid, Facultad De Medicina
5 written reviews
1 specialty
16 areas of expertise
5 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

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

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3.9

14 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 16 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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This was the 7th shoulder surgery at Mayo! There was enough info on the previous left shoulder botched by another surgeon. I was informed there were 2 surgeons and one resident present at this surgery. I believe the surgery was done by the resident and the 2 surgeons monitored his work. Hopefully he didn’t, get his diploma. Only 6mths after the surgery were in the same predicament of a failed operation! COME ON AREADY!!! Forget using me as a guinea pig and fix the arm!!!! They are forcing me to go somewhere else. I contracted a life threading bacteria while I had my right shoulder done by Mayo so by comparison, I,m lucky. Did you ever notice they never give you the residents name so you can check his credentials? Maybe he was a C student!

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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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February 17th, 2019

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Dr Sanchez Sotelo fixed my shoulder 10 years ago, and I am so grateful... I still can play basketball and there are no words to express all my grattitude to this great doctor.

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 22nd, 2016

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I would recommend Dr. Sanchez to anyone, he is awesome!! I had my first knee replacement in 2008 and the implant failed which Dr. Sanchez told me that it could happen because it was un cemented. Dr. Sanchez then did a revision in 2010 and we cemented this knee implant and the results were wonderful, I am now 49 yrs old and lead a very active pain free life with my 11 yr old daughter thanks to Dr. Sanchez. I was in a car accident, hit by a drunk driver when I was 21. I lived in excruciating pain for 22 yrs, I had difficulty functioning in life and very limited as to what I could do. Thanks to Dr. Sanchez things have never been better. Dr. Sanchez is #1 in my book. His bedside manner is perfect he is very caring and takes time to listen to his patients, I recommend him highly. As a former Orthopedic Tech myself , I believe Dr. Sanchez to be one of the best Orthopedic Surgeons I have ever met.

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

November 22nd, 2015

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Very impressed. Took the time to explain what was happening and why. I recommend Dr. Sanchez. I had a shoulder replacement performed.

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 26th, 2013

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Highly recommend to other

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

November 9th, 2012

RST Orthopedic Surgery

200 1st St SWRochester, MN 55905

Tel: (507) 284-2511

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

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Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo, MD, PhD	Dr. Robert Lee Kurland, MD	Dr. Joseph Ralph Cass, MD	Dr. Wade Clark Van Sice, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (14 Ratings)	4.5 (8 Ratings)	5 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
	49 Years of Experience	48 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Rochester , MN	Rochester , MN	Rochester , MN	Jupiter , FL
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Madrid, Facultad De Medicina	Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Iowa	Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Orthopedic Surgery

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

Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo holds an active medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Madrid, Facultad De Medicina.

NPI Number

Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo's NPI number is 1922085380.

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Where is Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo's office located?: Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo's office is located at 200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN, 55905.
Which hospitals is Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo affiliated with?: Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital Methodist Campus, Mayo Clinic Hospital Saint Marys Campus, Mayo Clinic Health Systems Austin, Olmsted Medical Center, and Mayo Eugenio Litta Childrens Hospital.
Does Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo accepts on their Vitals profile.
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