Dr. Samuel J. Hess, MD | Clifton, NJ | Orthopedic Surgeon

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With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Hess is Board Certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS). The ABOS is an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopedic residents and surgeons, as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopedic surgeons.

Dr. Hess has served as medical director of the Spine and Orthopedic Center of Fawcett Memorial Hospital in Port Charlotte. He performs orthopedic consultations, disc replacements, sacroiliac joint fusions, and stem cell injections. Dr. Hess welcomes patients to his practice who are experiencing back problems, herniated discs, scoliosis, degenerative disease, and neck problems, among others. Before opening his practice, Hess Spine & Orthopedics, Dr. Hess served as medical director of the spine and orthopedic center as well as chief of surgery at Faucet Memorial Hospital in Port Charlotte.

During his free time, Dr. Hess volunteers his …time to patients who cannot afford orthopedic and spine care. His hobbies include equestrian sports and activities, collecting art, reading, live music, and spending time with his wife, Kristin, and his four daughters.

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Hess Spine and Orthopedics

19 Kotte PlHackensack, NJ 07601

Hess Spine and Orthopedics

777 Passaic AveClifton, NJ 07012

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Wed5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Thu5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Fri5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Sat5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Sun5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Hess Spine and Orthopedics

310 PASSAIC AVE BLDG BFAIRFIELD, NJ 07004

Hess Spine and Orthopedics

2690 Woodbridge AveEdison, NJ 08837

Hess Spine and Orthopedics

950 W Chestnut StUnion, NJ 07083

accepting new patients
4.6

43 Ratings
27 years of experience
31 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
15 written reviews
5 specialties
7 areas of expertise
5 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Hess' Ratings and Reviews

4.6

43 Ratings with 15 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 20 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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What a great doctor. This doctor is very professional and very kind. Wonderful bed manners. Listen to my problem and found a solution to solve it.

January 11th, 2023

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This is the best doctor in Orlando. He really care about his patients.

August 24th, 2020

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I had seen another surgeon before meeting Dr. Hess . On my first appointment , I knew Dr. Hess was the Dr I want to perform my surgery.He is caring , He listens to me and answered all my questions and understand my medical needs. Dr. Hess made me feel very confident . Today was my first follow up appointment after the surgery and it's all right . Thanks to God and Dr. Hess Hands. His staff is also amazing and extremely kind : France, Denisse and Jack . Thank you !! I am very happy and very grateful that I found the best surgeon in Florida!!

August 8th, 2019

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I had seen another surgeon before meeting Dr. Hess . On my first appointment , I knew Dr. Hess was the Dr I want to perform my surgery.He is caring , He listens to me and answered all my questions and understand my medical needs. Dr. Hess made me feel very confident . Today was my first follow up appointment after the surgery and it's all right . Thanks to God and Dr. Hess Hands. His staff is also amazing and extremely kind : France, Denisse and Jack . Thank you !! I am very happy and very grateful that I found the best surgeon in Florida!!

August 8th, 2019

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I had seen another surgeon before meeting Dr. Hess . On my first appointment , I knew Dr. Hess was the Dr I want to perform my surgery.He is caring , He listens to me and answered all my questions and understand my medical needs. Dr. Hess made me feel very confident . Today was my first follow up appointment after the surgery and it's all right . Thanks to God and Dr. Hess Hands. His staff is also amazing and extremely kind : France, Denisse and Jack . Thank you !! I am very happy and very grateful that I found the best surgeon in Florida!!

August 8th, 2019

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I had seen another surgeon before meeting Dr. Hess . On my first appointment , I knew Dr. Hess was the Dr I want to perform my surgery.He is caring , He listens to me and answered all my questions and understand my medical needs. Dr. Hess made me feel very confident . Today was my first follow up appointment after the surgery and it's all right . Thanks to God and Dr. Hess Hands. His staff is also amazing and extremely kind : France, Denisse and Jack . Thank you !! I am very happy and very grateful that I found the best surgeon in Florida!!

August 8th, 2019

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He undestand very good the problem and very patient and the best surgery Dr.

December 2nd, 2016

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I had seen many surgeons before meeting Dr. Hess. By the end of my first appointment, I knew Dr. Hess was the person I wanted to perform my surgery! He is caring, he listens to me, and understands my medical needs. His staff is also amazing and extremely kind. Very happy I found the best surgeon in Florida!

March 12th, 2016

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I was so very impressed at how comforting he was and how attentive.

November 16th, 2015

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Dr. Hess is the finest orthopedic surgeon He moved I I would like to find him

December 1st, 2013

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Hip Osteoarthritis
Interventional Spine Medicine
Knee Osteoarthritis
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Spine Surgery
Surgery

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopedic Surgery –

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

CDS Physician, New Jersey, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA2004

Medical School

Temple School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PAGraduated in 1999

University

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MichiganGraduated in 1989

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What languages does Dr. Samuel Hess speak?: Dr. Samuel Hess speaks Spanish and English.
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Where is Dr. Samuel Hess's office located?: Dr. Samuel Hess's office is located at 19 Kotte Pl, Hackensack, NJ, 07601.

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