Dr. Joshua D. Pletka, MD | Haverhill, MA | Hand Surgery

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Dr. Pletka graduated from the Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2005. He works in Haverhill, MA and 3 other locations and specializes in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Pletka is affiliated with Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital.

accepting new patients
4.8

49 Ratings
21 years of experience
53 insurance plans accepted
speaks Korean, Spanish
Georgetown University School Of Medicine
40 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
7 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

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

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4.8

49 Ratings with 40 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (36) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Servicio excelente

June 2nd, 2026

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Visit was quick to the point and precise would recommend to anyone

March 5th, 2026

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I am extremely grateful to have found Dr. Pletka. He has been professional, understanding and considerate of my health issue.

November 13th, 2025

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Dr. Pletka was great! He quickly diagnosed my arm/elbow issue and provided a brace that made a big difference right away. He is very smart, professional, and took the time to explain everything clearly. I felt well cared for and confident in his expertise. Highly recommend him!

July 10th, 2025

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Wrecked my motorcycle and separated my shoulder. Saw Dr. Pletka and decided on surgery. After 6 months post op, I’m back in the gym and everything is great. Honestly, this doctor is very very good at what he does. I’m a very satisfied patient.

April 13th, 2025

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Excellent in all ways Efficient staff Short wait times in the office

March 27th, 2025

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, minimal waiting, everyone was very nice and attentive. Dr Plletka explained all my options clearly and his bedside manner is great. Would recommend to family and friends.

November 26th, 2024

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Dr. Joshua was great. He took the time to actually see me and explained to me what was going on and what could happen and he put the injections himself. Great treatment. I recommend him 100%

June 15th, 2024

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Excellent bedside manner. Clearly explains procedures, answers all questions, gives reasonable expectations. He rebuilt the thumb (osteoarthritis) on my right hand and I am pain free and able to use it in ways I have not been in years. I am currently planning to have the same surgery on my left hand by the end of this year.

March 31st, 2024

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Le recomiendo a el Dr. Pletka es un puen cirujano y doctor me operó la muñeca de mi mano y quedé bien satisfecha y fui de nuevo para la otra mano y me instigó todas las intrusiones que debo seguí se lo recomiendo

March 20th, 2024

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Dr. Joshua David Pletka, MD	Linda M Sickorez	Dr. Heather Champoux Killie, MD	Lisa Ann Kazakis
Hand Surgery	Nurse Practitioner	Sports Medicine	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (49 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.9 (76 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
21 Years of Experience		25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Korean, Spanish		Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Italian, English
Haverhill , MA	Peabody , MA	Nashua , NH	Andover , MA
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine		Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active

Medical Doctor, New Hampshire, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Georgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2005

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