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Eric Steenlage, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Wellstar since 2013.

Specialties

Orthopedic Surgery

Education & Training

Doctor of Medicine

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4.3

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Orthopedic Surgeon with Wellstar since 2013

4.3

149 reviews

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About Eric Steenlage, MD

Dr. Steenlage brings an unusual work and education background to his medical practice. His family situation forced him to leave school at the age of 15 and go to work full-time. In addition to working the family cattle farm, he loaded poultry trucks, poured concrete, worked road construction, and managed an apple orchard. Dr. Steenlage started training as a welder when he was 16 and went on to work in steel fabrication. The skills he learned as a fabricator developed into a passion for metalworking and sculpture that continues today. When he turned 18, he also obtained his Commercial Driver’s License, driving trucks for a construction company.

These types of jobs taught him the value of hard work; the injuries that frequently accompany these types of jobs taught him the value of a good orthopedic surgeon. Wanting to continue his education (pouring concrete in the winter in Minnesota had a way of inspiring other career choices), Dr. Steenlage obtained his GED, and was accepted at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He was designated a Goldwater Scholar during his junior year in college and graduated with highest honors, after which he was accepted into the Yale University School of Medicine.

While at Yale, Dr. Steenlage completed his doctoral thesis studying the high rate of trauma mortality in Quito, Ecuador. After graduating from Yale with his MD, he completed a 5-year training residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, a Level One Trauma Center. Dr. Steenlage then completed an additional year of specialty training in arthroscopy and sports medicine at the Charité University Hospitals in Berlin, Germany. In Berlin, Dr. Steenlage also served as one of the Team Physicians for the Berlin Thunder, a team in the NFL Europe football league.

Dr. Steenlage has been involved in an extensive amount of research throughout his career. In college, he participated in multiple trauma surgery research projects. In medical school, he completed his thesis studying traumatic injuries in Quito, Ecuador, and initiated a study of military injuries sustained in Ecuador’s border wars with Peru. While at Yale, Dr. Steenlage also studied in England, participating in research studying external muscle stimulation and gait analysis in paraplegic patients.

During Dr. Steenlage’s orthopedic surgery training, he concentrated his research interests on sports injuries, primarily anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. He initiated and participated in numerous ACL studies, including developing new ligament reconstruction techniques. His research resulted in numerous publications, and he has presented his research in 8 different countries. Dr. Steenlage’s research resulted in the development of an entirely new ACL reconstruction technique, which he patented in the U.S and Europe. He is a consultant for orthopedic instrumentation manufacturers and has been an editor for orthopedic journals. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery while continuing to treat trauma injuries and general orthopedic problems.

Dr. Steenlage and his staff look forward to providing you with the best possible orthopedic care. We realize that the problems that bring you to our office are often difficult, painful, and traumatic, and we promise to do our best to both make you as comfortable as possible and provide the best possible treatment for the problems affecting you.

Specialties

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Education & Training

  • Yale University School of Medicine

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

  • Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital

Languages spoken

  • English

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating

4.3

4.3

Based on 149 patient ratings

I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.50
Listened to me carefully
4.35
Earned my trust
4.34
Shared the right amount of information
4.26

All reviews have been submitted by patients after seeing the provider.For more information about the review system, check out this Learn more about our review system.

Patient Reviews

5

Experience was great. Still some healing to do. 5 months and doing fantastic. Thank you Dr Steenlage team

November 17, 2023

3

The doctor needs to have a better bedside manner or at least act like he cares about healing my broken bone. He also needs to stick around longer in the exam room for the patient to ask all the questions they have and to make sure the patient really understands the treatment plan.

November 15, 2023

3

Hey, this is a feedback to the doctor. I think the doctor was, he, I felt that he could have figured out physically testing it, checking my shoulder, than rather than going for an MRI at that, because he could have just checked with this own hands, and he did not do anything. He just told me to lift a little bit. But I would recommend to use some physical means to check it, other than using the tools like MRI, and other things to, to conclude. This would be my feedback, rather than always relying on MRI, and other things. Second thing is, my medicine was not sent to, to my pharmacy yet. Not sure why.

November 15, 2023

2

It would nice if they would listen and give better options on a person's care

November 10, 2023

5

I learned a lot about my health

November 5, 2023

5

Good experience, will good back and recommend to others. Friendly, competent staff, clean offices.

November 3, 2023

5

Whole staff helpful and listened well, willing to answer questions and good fu plans provided.

October 29, 2023

4

Hi, I think that the front desk could use more assistance with springing calls for appointments, and with returning calls for appointments. I called for a follow up appointment and someone did call me back. Although I don't recall what she said to me, but it what it did not end with me getting an appointment. So I think she said she would call back let, letting me know when an appointment would be available, but I was in pain. And it was very hard for me to schedule an appointment in my my chart through the doctor that I have seen before. So I ended up, I have a knee issue, so I ended up having to go to the physical office instead of waiting for someone

October 27, 2023

5

very professional

October 10, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage is highly knowledgeable, patient and makes the visit very comfortable. His staff were following his lead with a warm and professional approach.

October 6, 2023

1

The doctor didn't seem concerned at all. Literally when I were talking to him I don't know if he was rolling his eyes are sleepy. He said something about physical therapy. He didn't say how long I would need to go or how often. He asked what side of I leave on, I told him he said he would be right back. A few minutes later the nurse came in with a listing of PT and told me to go to checkout.The doctor didn't discuss pain management or nothing until I asked the nurse. She told the doctor what I said. He came back in the room and basically fast talked me. Said he called in me some medicine. Didn't give me a chance to ask if the medicine would cause any issues with my current medication. I will not be going back to him or I wouldn't recommend him to anyone.

September 30, 2023

5

They are the best ?

September 29, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage and his staff are helping people with care needs. I'm thankful for the doctor and his staff.

September 30, 2023

5

Efficient process and focused care.

September 27, 2023

5

Excellent care provided by Physician and staff.

September 22, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage was warm yet professional. Very knowledgeable and able to diagnose the problem. A most capable and confidence inspiring physician.

September 19, 2023

5

I have had an excellent experience and I am sure I will continue to receive great care.

September 18, 2023

4

Good

September 13, 2023

5

I am used to a much shorter wait time with an appointment

September 15, 2023

5

Staff is always courteous and helpful.

September 8, 2023

5

Hi, I'm 62 years old, and still an athlete. Although, not what I used to be, I appreciate this doctor not looking at my age, or but understanding that my expectations are pretty high and working with me. I feel like he took a reasonable course of action with me. Not too conservative, not too aggressive. He was very sympathetic, just really, really had a good experience. It's my second experience with an orthopedic surgeon, and the first experience was at a Northside doctor not WellStar and he's looked at my age and I think didn't see what the problem was. But again I've been a dancer and athlete all my life. So I have different expectations for most 62 year olds. I really appreciate you taking me seriously, the staff was lovely. Have zero complaints.

September 7, 2023

5

I was broken. He fixed me.

August 9, 2023

5

Dr is very good communicator

August 9, 2023

2

Nurse was terrific. Xray tech professional. Very long wait (over an hour) to see dr (over a hour past appointment time). Very frustrated the dr did not let me ask questions and that he rushed his (minimal) explanation as to what was wrong. He left the exam without asking if I understood what I was to do (outside of going to PT) or if I had questions. Said if I weren't overweight I wouldn't have any issues; no one wants to be made to feel like that - I know I'm too heavy! I got hurt trying to get fit!

August 9, 2023

5

Waa seen quickly at my appointment time and then X-rayed quickly and efficiently and results were explained soon after

August 7, 2023

5

the Doctor took the time to explain everything without rushing through the information ... Very Patient ...

August 2, 2023

5

I left a message a couple days after my appointment regarding some concerns I had and no one ever called me back.

July 14, 2023

5

Great office. Grateful

June 26, 2023

5

excellent customer service

June 9, 2023

5

Listen to my problem and explained what I needed to do terms I understood.

June 9, 2023

5

Experience was great. Still some healing to do. 5 months and doing fantastic. Thank you Dr Steenlage team

November 17, 2023

5

I learned a lot about my health

November 5, 2023

5

Good experience, will good back and recommend to others. Friendly, competent staff, clean offices.

November 3, 2023

5

Whole staff helpful and listened well, willing to answer questions and good fu plans provided.

October 29, 2023

5

very professional

October 10, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage is highly knowledgeable, patient and makes the visit very comfortable. His staff were following his lead with a warm and professional approach.

October 6, 2023

5

They are the best ?

September 29, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage and his staff are helping people with care needs. I'm thankful for the doctor and his staff.

September 30, 2023

5

Efficient process and focused care.

September 27, 2023

5

Excellent care provided by Physician and staff.

September 22, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage was warm yet professional. Very knowledgeable and able to diagnose the problem. A most capable and confidence inspiring physician.

September 19, 2023

5

I have had an excellent experience and I am sure I will continue to receive great care.

September 18, 2023

5

I am used to a much shorter wait time with an appointment

September 15, 2023

5

Staff is always courteous and helpful.

September 8, 2023

5

Hi, I'm 62 years old, and still an athlete. Although, not what I used to be, I appreciate this doctor not looking at my age, or but understanding that my expectations are pretty high and working with me. I feel like he took a reasonable course of action with me. Not too conservative, not too aggressive. He was very sympathetic, just really, really had a good experience. It's my second experience with an orthopedic surgeon, and the first experience was at a Northside doctor not WellStar and he's looked at my age and I think didn't see what the problem was. But again I've been a dancer and athlete all my life. So I have different expectations for most 62 year olds. I really appreciate you taking me seriously, the staff was lovely. Have zero complaints.

September 7, 2023

5

I was broken. He fixed me.

August 9, 2023

5

Dr is very good communicator

August 9, 2023

5

Waa seen quickly at my appointment time and then X-rayed quickly and efficiently and results were explained soon after

August 7, 2023

5

the Doctor took the time to explain everything without rushing through the information ... Very Patient ...

August 2, 2023

5

I left a message a couple days after my appointment regarding some concerns I had and no one ever called me back.

July 14, 2023

5

Great office. Grateful

June 26, 2023

5

excellent customer service

June 9, 2023

5

Listen to my problem and explained what I needed to do terms I understood.

June 9, 2023

4

Hi, I think that the front desk could use more assistance with springing calls for appointments, and with returning calls for appointments. I called for a follow up appointment and someone did call me back. Although I don't recall what she said to me, but it what it did not end with me getting an appointment. So I think she said she would call back let, letting me know when an appointment would be available, but I was in pain. And it was very hard for me to schedule an appointment in my my chart through the doctor that I have seen before. So I ended up, I have a knee issue, so I ended up having to go to the physical office instead of waiting for someone

October 27, 2023

4

Good

September 13, 2023

3

The doctor needs to have a better bedside manner or at least act like he cares about healing my broken bone. He also needs to stick around longer in the exam room for the patient to ask all the questions they have and to make sure the patient really understands the treatment plan.

November 15, 2023

3

Hey, this is a feedback to the doctor. I think the doctor was, he, I felt that he could have figured out physically testing it, checking my shoulder, than rather than going for an MRI at that, because he could have just checked with this own hands, and he did not do anything. He just told me to lift a little bit. But I would recommend to use some physical means to check it, other than using the tools like MRI, and other things to, to conclude. This would be my feedback, rather than always relying on MRI, and other things. Second thing is, my medicine was not sent to, to my pharmacy yet. Not sure why.

November 15, 2023

2

It would nice if they would listen and give better options on a person's care

November 10, 2023

2

Nurse was terrific. Xray tech professional. Very long wait (over an hour) to see dr (over a hour past appointment time). Very frustrated the dr did not let me ask questions and that he rushed his (minimal) explanation as to what was wrong. He left the exam without asking if I understood what I was to do (outside of going to PT) or if I had questions. Said if I weren't overweight I wouldn't have any issues; no one wants to be made to feel like that - I know I'm too heavy! I got hurt trying to get fit!

August 9, 2023

1

The doctor didn't seem concerned at all. Literally when I were talking to him I don't know if he was rolling his eyes are sleepy. He said something about physical therapy. He didn't say how long I would need to go or how often. He asked what side of I leave on, I told him he said he would be right back. A few minutes later the nurse came in with a listing of PT and told me to go to checkout.The doctor didn't discuss pain management or nothing until I asked the nurse. She told the doctor what I said. He came back in the room and basically fast talked me. Said he called in me some medicine. Didn't give me a chance to ask if the medicine would cause any issues with my current medication. I will not be going back to him or I wouldn't recommend him to anyone.

September 30, 2023

1

The doctor didn't seem concerned at all. Literally when I were talking to him I don't know if he was rolling his eyes are sleepy. He said something about physical therapy. He didn't say how long I would need to go or how often. He asked what side of I leave on, I told him he said he would be right back. A few minutes later the nurse came in with a listing of PT and told me to go to checkout.The doctor didn't discuss pain management or nothing until I asked the nurse. She told the doctor what I said. He came back in the room and basically fast talked me. Said he called in me some medicine. Didn't give me a chance to ask if the medicine would cause any issues with my current medication. I will not be going back to him or I wouldn't recommend him to anyone.

September 30, 2023

2

It would nice if they would listen and give better options on a person's care

November 10, 2023

2

Nurse was terrific. Xray tech professional. Very long wait (over an hour) to see dr (over a hour past appointment time). Very frustrated the dr did not let me ask questions and that he rushed his (minimal) explanation as to what was wrong. He left the exam without asking if I understood what I was to do (outside of going to PT) or if I had questions. Said if I weren't overweight I wouldn't have any issues; no one wants to be made to feel like that - I know I'm too heavy! I got hurt trying to get fit!

August 9, 2023

3

The doctor needs to have a better bedside manner or at least act like he cares about healing my broken bone. He also needs to stick around longer in the exam room for the patient to ask all the questions they have and to make sure the patient really understands the treatment plan.

November 15, 2023

3

Hey, this is a feedback to the doctor. I think the doctor was, he, I felt that he could have figured out physically testing it, checking my shoulder, than rather than going for an MRI at that, because he could have just checked with this own hands, and he did not do anything. He just told me to lift a little bit. But I would recommend to use some physical means to check it, other than using the tools like MRI, and other things to, to conclude. This would be my feedback, rather than always relying on MRI, and other things. Second thing is, my medicine was not sent to, to my pharmacy yet. Not sure why.

November 15, 2023

4

Hi, I think that the front desk could use more assistance with springing calls for appointments, and with returning calls for appointments. I called for a follow up appointment and someone did call me back. Although I don't recall what she said to me, but it what it did not end with me getting an appointment. So I think she said she would call back let, letting me know when an appointment would be available, but I was in pain. And it was very hard for me to schedule an appointment in my my chart through the doctor that I have seen before. So I ended up, I have a knee issue, so I ended up having to go to the physical office instead of waiting for someone

October 27, 2023

4

Good

September 13, 2023

5

Experience was great. Still some healing to do. 5 months and doing fantastic. Thank you Dr Steenlage team

November 17, 2023

5

I learned a lot about my health

November 5, 2023

5

Good experience, will good back and recommend to others. Friendly, competent staff, clean offices.

November 3, 2023

5

Whole staff helpful and listened well, willing to answer questions and good fu plans provided.

October 29, 2023

5

very professional

October 10, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage is highly knowledgeable, patient and makes the visit very comfortable. His staff were following his lead with a warm and professional approach.

October 6, 2023

5

They are the best ?

September 29, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage and his staff are helping people with care needs. I'm thankful for the doctor and his staff.

September 30, 2023

5

Efficient process and focused care.

September 27, 2023

5

Excellent care provided by Physician and staff.

September 22, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage was warm yet professional. Very knowledgeable and able to diagnose the problem. A most capable and confidence inspiring physician.

September 19, 2023

5

I have had an excellent experience and I am sure I will continue to receive great care.

September 18, 2023

5

I am used to a much shorter wait time with an appointment

September 15, 2023

5

Staff is always courteous and helpful.

September 8, 2023

5

Hi, I'm 62 years old, and still an athlete. Although, not what I used to be, I appreciate this doctor not looking at my age, or but understanding that my expectations are pretty high and working with me. I feel like he took a reasonable course of action with me. Not too conservative, not too aggressive. He was very sympathetic, just really, really had a good experience. It's my second experience with an orthopedic surgeon, and the first experience was at a Northside doctor not WellStar and he's looked at my age and I think didn't see what the problem was. But again I've been a dancer and athlete all my life. So I have different expectations for most 62 year olds. I really appreciate you taking me seriously, the staff was lovely. Have zero complaints.

September 7, 2023

5

I was broken. He fixed me.

August 9, 2023

5

Dr is very good communicator

August 9, 2023

5

Waa seen quickly at my appointment time and then X-rayed quickly and efficiently and results were explained soon after

August 7, 2023

5

the Doctor took the time to explain everything without rushing through the information ... Very Patient ...

August 2, 2023

5

I left a message a couple days after my appointment regarding some concerns I had and no one ever called me back.

July 14, 2023

5

Great office. Grateful

June 26, 2023

5

excellent customer service

June 9, 2023

5

Listen to my problem and explained what I needed to do terms I understood.

June 9, 2023

5

Experience was great. Still some healing to do. 5 months and doing fantastic. Thank you Dr Steenlage team

November 17, 2023

3

The doctor needs to have a better bedside manner or at least act like he cares about healing my broken bone. He also needs to stick around longer in the exam room for the patient to ask all the questions they have and to make sure the patient really understands the treatment plan.

November 15, 2023

3

Hey, this is a feedback to the doctor. I think the doctor was, he, I felt that he could have figured out physically testing it, checking my shoulder, than rather than going for an MRI at that, because he could have just checked with this own hands, and he did not do anything. He just told me to lift a little bit. But I would recommend to use some physical means to check it, other than using the tools like MRI, and other things to, to conclude. This would be my feedback, rather than always relying on MRI, and other things. Second thing is, my medicine was not sent to, to my pharmacy yet. Not sure why.

November 15, 2023

2

It would nice if they would listen and give better options on a person's care

November 10, 2023

5

I learned a lot about my health

November 5, 2023

5

Good experience, will good back and recommend to others. Friendly, competent staff, clean offices.

November 3, 2023

5

Whole staff helpful and listened well, willing to answer questions and good fu plans provided.

October 29, 2023

4

Hi, I think that the front desk could use more assistance with springing calls for appointments, and with returning calls for appointments. I called for a follow up appointment and someone did call me back. Although I don't recall what she said to me, but it what it did not end with me getting an appointment. So I think she said she would call back let, letting me know when an appointment would be available, but I was in pain. And it was very hard for me to schedule an appointment in my my chart through the doctor that I have seen before. So I ended up, I have a knee issue, so I ended up having to go to the physical office instead of waiting for someone

October 27, 2023

5

very professional

October 10, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage is highly knowledgeable, patient and makes the visit very comfortable. His staff were following his lead with a warm and professional approach.

October 6, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage and his staff are helping people with care needs. I'm thankful for the doctor and his staff.

September 30, 2023

1

The doctor didn't seem concerned at all. Literally when I were talking to him I don't know if he was rolling his eyes are sleepy. He said something about physical therapy. He didn't say how long I would need to go or how often. He asked what side of I leave on, I told him he said he would be right back. A few minutes later the nurse came in with a listing of PT and told me to go to checkout.The doctor didn't discuss pain management or nothing until I asked the nurse. She told the doctor what I said. He came back in the room and basically fast talked me. Said he called in me some medicine. Didn't give me a chance to ask if the medicine would cause any issues with my current medication. I will not be going back to him or I wouldn't recommend him to anyone.

September 30, 2023

5

They are the best ?

September 29, 2023

5

Efficient process and focused care.

September 27, 2023

5

Excellent care provided by Physician and staff.

September 22, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage was warm yet professional. Very knowledgeable and able to diagnose the problem. A most capable and confidence inspiring physician.

September 19, 2023

5

I have had an excellent experience and I am sure I will continue to receive great care.

September 18, 2023

5

I am used to a much shorter wait time with an appointment

September 15, 2023

4

Good

September 13, 2023

5

Staff is always courteous and helpful.

September 8, 2023

5

Hi, I'm 62 years old, and still an athlete. Although, not what I used to be, I appreciate this doctor not looking at my age, or but understanding that my expectations are pretty high and working with me. I feel like he took a reasonable course of action with me. Not too conservative, not too aggressive. He was very sympathetic, just really, really had a good experience. It's my second experience with an orthopedic surgeon, and the first experience was at a Northside doctor not WellStar and he's looked at my age and I think didn't see what the problem was. But again I've been a dancer and athlete all my life. So I have different expectations for most 62 year olds. I really appreciate you taking me seriously, the staff was lovely. Have zero complaints.

September 7, 2023

5

I was broken. He fixed me.

August 9, 2023

5

Dr is very good communicator

August 9, 2023

2

Nurse was terrific. Xray tech professional. Very long wait (over an hour) to see dr (over a hour past appointment time). Very frustrated the dr did not let me ask questions and that he rushed his (minimal) explanation as to what was wrong. He left the exam without asking if I understood what I was to do (outside of going to PT) or if I had questions. Said if I weren't overweight I wouldn't have any issues; no one wants to be made to feel like that - I know I'm too heavy! I got hurt trying to get fit!

August 9, 2023

5

Waa seen quickly at my appointment time and then X-rayed quickly and efficiently and results were explained soon after

August 7, 2023

5

the Doctor took the time to explain everything without rushing through the information ... Very Patient ...

August 2, 2023

5

I left a message a couple days after my appointment regarding some concerns I had and no one ever called me back.

July 14, 2023

5

Great office. Grateful

June 26, 2023

5

excellent customer service

June 9, 2023

5

Listen to my problem and explained what I needed to do terms I understood.

June 9, 2023

5

Listen to my problem and explained what I needed to do terms I understood.

June 9, 2023

5

excellent customer service

June 9, 2023

5

Great office. Grateful

June 26, 2023

5

I left a message a couple days after my appointment regarding some concerns I had and no one ever called me back.

July 14, 2023

5

the Doctor took the time to explain everything without rushing through the information ... Very Patient ...

August 2, 2023

5

Waa seen quickly at my appointment time and then X-rayed quickly and efficiently and results were explained soon after

August 7, 2023

2

Nurse was terrific. Xray tech professional. Very long wait (over an hour) to see dr (over a hour past appointment time). Very frustrated the dr did not let me ask questions and that he rushed his (minimal) explanation as to what was wrong. He left the exam without asking if I understood what I was to do (outside of going to PT) or if I had questions. Said if I weren't overweight I wouldn't have any issues; no one wants to be made to feel like that - I know I'm too heavy! I got hurt trying to get fit!

August 9, 2023

5

I was broken. He fixed me.

August 9, 2023

5

Dr is very good communicator

August 9, 2023

5

Hi, I'm 62 years old, and still an athlete. Although, not what I used to be, I appreciate this doctor not looking at my age, or but understanding that my expectations are pretty high and working with me. I feel like he took a reasonable course of action with me. Not too conservative, not too aggressive. He was very sympathetic, just really, really had a good experience. It's my second experience with an orthopedic surgeon, and the first experience was at a Northside doctor not WellStar and he's looked at my age and I think didn't see what the problem was. But again I've been a dancer and athlete all my life. So I have different expectations for most 62 year olds. I really appreciate you taking me seriously, the staff was lovely. Have zero complaints.

September 7, 2023

5

Staff is always courteous and helpful.

September 8, 2023

4

Good

September 13, 2023

5

I am used to a much shorter wait time with an appointment

September 15, 2023

5

I have had an excellent experience and I am sure I will continue to receive great care.

September 18, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage was warm yet professional. Very knowledgeable and able to diagnose the problem. A most capable and confidence inspiring physician.

September 19, 2023

5

Excellent care provided by Physician and staff.

September 22, 2023

5

Efficient process and focused care.

September 27, 2023

5

They are the best ?

September 29, 2023

1

The doctor didn't seem concerned at all. Literally when I were talking to him I don't know if he was rolling his eyes are sleepy. He said something about physical therapy. He didn't say how long I would need to go or how often. He asked what side of I leave on, I told him he said he would be right back. A few minutes later the nurse came in with a listing of PT and told me to go to checkout.The doctor didn't discuss pain management or nothing until I asked the nurse. She told the doctor what I said. He came back in the room and basically fast talked me. Said he called in me some medicine. Didn't give me a chance to ask if the medicine would cause any issues with my current medication. I will not be going back to him or I wouldn't recommend him to anyone.

September 30, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage and his staff are helping people with care needs. I'm thankful for the doctor and his staff.

September 30, 2023

5

Dr. Steenlage is highly knowledgeable, patient and makes the visit very comfortable. His staff were following his lead with a warm and professional approach.

October 6, 2023

5

very professional

October 10, 2023

4

Hi, I think that the front desk could use more assistance with springing calls for appointments, and with returning calls for appointments. I called for a follow up appointment and someone did call me back. Although I don't recall what she said to me, but it what it did not end with me getting an appointment. So I think she said she would call back let, letting me know when an appointment would be available, but I was in pain. And it was very hard for me to schedule an appointment in my my chart through the doctor that I have seen before. So I ended up, I have a knee issue, so I ended up having to go to the physical office instead of waiting for someone

October 27, 2023

5

Whole staff helpful and listened well, willing to answer questions and good fu plans provided.

October 29, 2023

5

Good experience, will good back and recommend to others. Friendly, competent staff, clean offices.

November 3, 2023

5

I learned a lot about my health

November 5, 2023

2

It would nice if they would listen and give better options on a person's care

November 10, 2023

3

Hey, this is a feedback to the doctor. I think the doctor was, he, I felt that he could have figured out physically testing it, checking my shoulder, than rather than going for an MRI at that, because he could have just checked with this own hands, and he did not do anything. He just told me to lift a little bit. But I would recommend to use some physical means to check it, other than using the tools like MRI, and other things to, to conclude. This would be my feedback, rather than always relying on MRI, and other things. Second thing is, my medicine was not sent to, to my pharmacy yet. Not sure why.

November 15, 2023

3

The doctor needs to have a better bedside manner or at least act like he cares about healing my broken bone. He also needs to stick around longer in the exam room for the patient to ask all the questions they have and to make sure the patient really understands the treatment plan.

November 15, 2023

5

Experience was great. Still some healing to do. 5 months and doing fantastic. Thank you Dr Steenlage team

November 17, 2023

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Eric Steenlage, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon with Wellstar since 2013
Rating
4.3
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
Yale University School of Medicine
Residency
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Spoken Languages
English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Office Locations
www.wellstar.org/physicians/eric-steenlage-md
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