Dr. Stephen L. Curtin, MD | Tucson, AZ | Spinal Orthopedic Surgeon

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accepting new patients
4.4

42 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Yale University School Of Medicine
15 written reviews
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Curtin's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

42 Ratings with 15 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Dr, Curtin is a skilled surgeon and is very likable. I appreciate his care and his caution before recommending surgery. After a couple years of trying other options, L4-5 Laminectomy & Fusion surgery has enabled me to stand and walk distances again! I am very grateful, and I highly recommend him.

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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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June 8th, 2021

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I can‘t be more happy with the service I received from Dr. Curtin and his staff.

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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

Needs Improvement

April 9th, 2021

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Excellent manners eye to eye contact all staff willing to help answers questions

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Provided follow-up after the visit
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October 30th, 2020

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I had a good experience they are a professional team including his nurse practitioner

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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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October 28th, 2020

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Great

June 9th, 2020

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Great

June 9th, 2020

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ABSOLUTELY the best Orth-Sur& in Arizona

February 22nd, 2020

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Dr Curtin and his team are great. He is rated as the TOP back surgeon in Tucson according to all of the medical personnel that I asked. I have confidence in him since he has successfully completed back surgery on my brother and my son. Although the prospect of surgery is scary, it's reassuring to know that I will be in such capable hands.

February 8th, 2020

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Dr. Curtin was prompt, very thorough, explained my condition well, and answered all my questions. I was pleased that he recommended a conservative treatment plan which did not include surgery.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 7th, 2019

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Dr. Curtin should give a class on how a surgeon should treat his patients. There isn’t anybody better than this man. BEST EVER! And I am so much better physically after surgery.

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

September 5th, 2018

Tucson Medical Center

5301 E Grant RdTucson, AZ 85712

Tel: (520) 327-5461

Tucson Orthopaedic Institute

5301 E Grant Rd Fl 1Tucson, AZ 85712

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Dr. Stephen Lawrence Curtin, MD	Dr. Harvinder Singh Bedi, MD	Dr. Steven Aaron Shapiro, MD	Dr. Shaun Nathan Peterson
Orthopedic Spine Surgery	Orthopedic Spine Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (42 Ratings)	4.1 (55 Ratings)	3.9 (43 Ratings)	4.3 (20 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	36 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Tucson , AZ	Peoria , AZ	Tucson , AZ	Tucson , AZ
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine	Med School: SUNY Upstate Medical University	Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Back Injuries
Back Pain
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Osteoarthritis
Neck Injuries
Orthopedic Surgery
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Osteoporosis
Spinal Fractures
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Stenosis

Dr. Stephen Lawrence Curtin 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 Yale University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Curtin's NPI number is 1609877596.

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What languages does Dr. Stephen Curtin speak?: Dr. Stephen Curtin speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Curtin affiliated with?: Dr. Stephen Curtin is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Tucson East and Tmc For Children.
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