Dr. Stephen R. Pledger, MD | Middletown, OH | Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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Dr. Pledger graduated from the Indiana University School of Medicine in 1970. He works in Middletown, OH and 5 other locations and specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Pledger is affiliated with West Chester Hospital.

accepting new patients
3.4

37 Ratings
56 years of experience
8 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Indiana University School Of Medicine
12 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Male

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This so called dr should not be practicing any more. After two attempts he has completely ruined my spine. He does not remember anything from appointment to appointment and will claim your a liar if challenged. Save yourself the hassle, look elsewhere for help this guy is a hack and is borderline psychotic.

October 3rd, 2016

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Dr. Pledger was great but his nurse is the most unprofessional, lying person I have ever delt with. I was told to call when I had a date for my test, she would get me in that day, I called repeatedly, left her voice mails, when she did call back she blamed a faulty phone system and she would talk to Dr. Pledger and get my results and call me back because no appointments available until late October, 3 days later and still no call or appointment. How can 1 person cause such a bad review... YOU DEAL WITH HER AND GET BACK TO ME!

September 1st, 2016

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I would never let him touch me again. He shouldn't be operating on anyone!!!! He put a Spinal Cord Stimulator in my spine. Which never covered the area of pain. I remember him cutting me & about came off the table because I wasn't numb or put to sleep When I had it revised the surgeons couldn't believe what he done to my back. They brought other doctors in cause they were so shocked!!! I also seen a young girl in his office he did surgery on & he hit her nerve & she was so messed up she could barely walk or use one side of her body. If you notice how much his hands shakes even though he tries to hide it , that's why he's messed up on so many people!!!! I felt bad for that young girl & told her to go get another doctor. Please don't let this doctor mess you up like so many others. Do research on your Doctors, your life is in their hands. Go elsewhere!!!

August 19th, 2016

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Dr. Pledger, saved my life. After a bad surgery from another doctor, he helped me so much. I owe my life to him. He's very good at what he does. Best bedside manner. Makes sure you have what you need, he's wonderful.

May 3rd, 2016

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dr pledger was very good he knew what was wrong a did a great job fixing it

July 23rd, 2015

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Always available for me during the past two years. A pleasure to work with.

May 6th, 2015

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failed back surgery

January 8th, 2015

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He has been my Dr. for 34 yrs. He explains every thing to me. If it wasn't for him I wouldn't be walking now.

December 10th, 2014

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This guy should not be practicing medicine at all. Or wait, that's exactly what he's doing, practicing!!! funny thing is, sometimes he gets it right, do you wanna be the one he gets it wrong with? he's been called the butcher, do you really want him working on your loved ones.

July 24th, 2013

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I love Dr. Pledger He helped me when no one else would. This doctor literally saved my life!

May 17th, 2012

Pledger Stephen R Office

275 N Breiel BlvdMiddletown, OH 45042

Tel: (513) 424-7711

Grandview Hospital

405 W Grand AveDayton, OH 45405

Premier Orthopedic Spine Center

200 Medical Center Dr Ste 375Middletown, OH 45005

Tel: (513) 420-3773

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 - 3:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Pledger Orthopaedic Spine Center And Associates

5900 Long Meadow DrFranklin, OH 45005

Tel: (513) 420-3773

Atrium Medical Center

1 Medical Center DrFranklin, OH 45005

Kettering Health Washington Township

1997 Miamisburg Centerville RdDayton, OH 45459


Dr. Stephen Roy Pledger, MD	Scott Matthew Rawlings	Dr. Michael G Lawley, DO	Dr. Bradley Daniel Ashman, MD
Orthopedic Spine Surgery	Nurse Practitioner	Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (37 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.1 (21 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
56 Years of Experience		47 Years of Experience	15 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
Middletown , OH	Cincinnati , OH	Fairfield , OH	Montgomery , OH
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine		Med School: University Of Chicago Division Of The Biological Sciences The Pritzker School Of Medicine	Med School: Univ Of British Columbia Fac Of Med
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Back Injuries
Back Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndromes
Head and Neck Disorder
Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Osteoarthritis
Orthopedic Surgery
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Osteoporosis
Spinal Fractures
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Indiana University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1970

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Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Pledger affiliated with?: Dr. Stephen Pledger is affiliated with West Chester Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Stephen Pledger speak?: Dr. Stephen Pledger speaks English.
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