Dr. Preston A. Waldrop | Salem, VA | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Preston Waldrop is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine with 42 years of experience treating musculoskeletal conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Emory Healthcare. Dr. Waldrop speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Waldrop practices at multiple locations throughout Virginia, including Salem and Blacksburg, with affiliations at Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery and Lewisgale Center For Behavioral Health. He focuses on treating common conditions like knee pain, joint pain, and osteoarthritis. His approach to care often includes physical therapy and strength training programs designed to help patients regain mobility and function. Patients rate him 3.8 out of 5 stars on average for his orthopedic and sports medicine expertise.

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accepting new patients
3.8

21 Ratings
42 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Emory Healthcare
7 written reviews
2 specialties
5 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
2 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

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Outstanding Healthcare provider.

February 22nd, 2020

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This "doctor" should have his license to practice medicine revoked. He absolutely did NOT listen to me as I described symptoms that I was having. He refused to order an MRI or metal ion testing even though I have an implanted device which has failed. Their billing department however is very efiecient. They wasted no time in billing my insurance and billing me for the balance. Keep in mind that anyone may write a review. The positive reveiws are often written by friends and family of physicians. The negative reviews are written by real patients who have suffered at the hands of incompetent surgeons.

November 17th, 2019

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Dr. Waldrop was outstanding during my examination. He thoroughly reviewed my records and completely explained all the implications of the conditions which I described. He treated me as if I were the only person that he had to treat that day and was never hurried. I would rate him as one of the finest doctors whom I have ever visited and, believe me, I have had to see a lot of them.

November 12th, 2019

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I would never recommend this physician. He is very arrogant and does not listen to the patient. He came into my room and had his mind made up about what could be done for my knee and that was that. I was unable to say anything and he kept speaking very loudly to me and when I asked what I was supposed to do now, he said that I needed to “suffer”.

August 19th, 2019

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He lost his patience with my family in the room with me. Never seen such an unprofessional display from a doctor. Patient Beware!

January 16th, 2019

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Dr. Waldrop wasted much of my appointment time talking rather than listening and when it came time for me to ask my questions as he backed out the door he told me he was rushed and behind schedule. I'm sure he was because he talks a lot, very fast and very loud. As I tried to verify with him my understanding of my options, he lost patience with me. I was trying to take very quick notes and was barely able to do so. I would not recommend him to a patient who needs a doctor who is willing to be quiet and listen and then respond.

October 30th, 2018

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In it for the money couldn't care less about the patient

October 13th, 2015

Lewisgale Physicians Virginia Orthopedics

101 Knotbreak RdSalem, VA 24153

Tel: (540) 444-4020

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

Lewisgale Medical Center

1900 Electric RdSalem, VA 24153

Tel: (540) 776-4000

Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery

3700 S Main StBlacksburg, VA 24060

Tel: (540) 951-1111

Roanoke Ambulatory Surgery Center

1102 S Jefferson StRoanoke, VA 24016

Tel: (540) 342-0707

Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Preston Adam Waldrop	Dr. Robert Brian Stephenson, MD	Dr. Bart Lafayette Eastwood	Dr. Gregory Edmund Jeansonne, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.8 (21 Ratings)	4.8 (6 Ratings)	4.7 (38 Ratings)	3.2 (38 Ratings)
42 Years of Experience	44 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Chinese	Speaks English	Speaks English
Salem , VA	Christiansburg , VA	Spearfish , SD	Salem , VA
Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine	Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania	Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Sports Medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Emory Healthcare

Medical School

University Of Virginia School Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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What languages does Dr. Preston Waldrop speak?: Dr. Preston Waldrop speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Preston Waldrop affiliated with?: Dr. Preston Waldrop is affiliated with Lewisgale Center For Behavioral Health and Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery.

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