Dr. David Hamilton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in foot and ankle arthroscopy, ligament repair, total ankle replacement, flat foot and Charcot reconstruction, three-dimensional bunion correction, as well as minimally invasive techniques for tendon lengthening, bunion correction, and carpal tunnel release.
Dr. David Hamilton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in foot and ankle arthroscopy, ligament repair, total ankle replacement, flat foot and Charcot reconstruction, three-dimensional bunion correction, as well as minimally invasive techniques for tendon lengthening, bunion correction, and carpal tunnel release.
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Best doctor by far.
Oct-2024
Best surgeon ever, and a really nice man. Explains everything.
Oct-2024
Great Dr !!
Oct-2024
Very professional and nice
Oct-2024
Loved him
Aug-2024
Dr Hamilton is the consummate professional; courteous, kind and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure to be under his care.
Aug-2024
Dr. Helton was the best his assistant Taylor also together they make a great team and explained everything to me who’s hoping all goes well on September 11 I have no doubt
Aug-2024
Saw his PA Josh today and was very pleased with my visit
Aug-2024
He is a awesome surgeon and his bed side manner is great.
Aug-2024
Really nice and knowledgeable
Aug-2024
Dr Hamilton is a wonderful Dr, very caring and very knowledgeable
Jul-2024
Kind professional and good looking.
Jul-2024
I found Dr Hamilton to be impersonal and the lack of eye contact during my visit was very disconcerting.
Jul-2024
He explained the details of surgery and options. He wanted my input about it also and took time for me to ask questions.
Jul-2024
THE BEST!!
Jun-2024
Very thorough and explained it all very well. Understands the nuances of sports related injuries and the athletes desire to play needs to be balanced by the need to heal properly.
Jun-2024
He listens to the patient and considers their input and answers patients questions and connects the patient to any needed specialists and or physical therapy.
Jun-2024
Dr Hamilton is truly the best doctor I have had deal with my foot problems since I moved to Kentucky Seven years ago. He is friendly attentive and addresses your concerns and makes you feel it will give you the time and consideration that you need.
May-2024
Taylor is wonderful! Her bedside manner is great. She is so kind and considerate! I really enjoy her as a PA.
May-2024
Because Dr. Hamilton operated on both my mother and my daughter, I knew he was my choice when I severely fractured my foot in four places. I wouldn’t trust anyone else for the invasive surgery that lies ahead. Dr. Hamilton is a straight shooter, and I’m never left with questions. I recommend Dr. H. tremendously!
May-2024
Great visit
May-2024
While I think Doctor Hamilton cares for me as a patient, there might be too many patients on his caseload or some bedside manner to be developed. Every time I have an appointment with him, it seems he's not reviewed notes on my case as I have to remind him of my injury, what he's suggested/said in the past, or even ask for resources/specific questions about surgery/healing, etc that I've discovered in personal research. He'll often share what the next step could be and stands to leave before I can even ask questions or get more information. One of my appointments chiefly took place outside my designated room at the doctor/nurse station computer where he was trying to show me an xray for another patient (he couldn't and wasn't all the information I could see while he was scrolling a HIPPA violation?) before he basically stood, asked if I had any questions but caveated it with he was late for a surgery.
May-2024
He is a really nice doctor.
Apr-2024
My appointment was for 9 am. I waited until 9:45 to be taken to exam room & was seen at about 10:30 am.
Service was good, but tardy.
Apr-2024
Straight forward 👍
Apr-2024
The best he listens to you not rushed highly recommend him
Mar-2024
Professional caring individual who takes as much time as he needs to address all concerns.
Mar-2024
Very thorough and funny😁
Mar-2024
Thanks for taking such good care of me!!!
Feb-2024
Excellent!
Feb-2024
The best.
Feb-2024
Could be more caring about patients’ recovery process. Always seems in a hurry…wham bam (thoroughness is important).
Feb-2024
Very rude and condescending towards me after waiting an hour on him at appointment. He made me feel like I was not worth his time and spoke badly about the doctor that referred me to him. He demanded to repeat the same imaging that I had done already. His cocky attitude and making me feel like I was ignorant made for a really bad visit.
Jan-2024
Doesn't seem like I'm getting no answers.
Jan-2024
7 week out from foot surgery! I am doing well! Highly recommend Dr.. Hamilton!
Jan-2024
He has a great demeanor. He cares a lot about his patients.
Jan-2024
Explains procedures to you and answers questions U have about it. Not standing there with one hand on the door while talking to you.
Jan-2024
From my first visit, Dr. Hamilton appears to be a very professional Doc! He's genial in his speech! Lays it all out there, to let you what to expect.
Seems to be down to earth! In saying this, I mean, he's personable! He told moi I'd have my leg amputated, starting at the tibia bone.
Him mentioning the tibia, made think of an athlete named Sam Bowie, who played for the Universe of Kentucky basketball team, in years past.
Moi, mentioning Sam Bowie, made him tell a little of his family history. They had always wanted to meet the U.K. basketball team, and roundaboutly, they did. Long story short. They took pictures with them, Sam Bowie, included - holding Dr. Hamilton in his arms, for he was but auh wee child at that time, donning a diaper! LoL 😆
Him telling moi this, showed me how amiable he was, and down to arth! Able to speak eye to eye with people, and not talking down on them just because of his position in life as a Doctor, like some I've met.
Sincerely,The Village IDIOT!
Dec-2023
The best! Very pleased. Highly recommend!
Dec-2023
A great doctor, who cares for his patient blessed to have met my doctor!!
Nov-2023
Very concerned like he should be
Dec-2023
Everything is going great both are terrific doctors
Nov-2023
Very knowledgeable & professional, excellent bed side manner, Takes great consideration when explaining options of treatments & listeners to patients care’s & concerns
Nov-2023
Excellent!!!! Very informative and straightforward. I would recommend him to anyone. I would rather someone be 100% honest then give me false hope. I know exactly every option. And he explains everything in detail. Highly recommend Dr. Hamilton!!!!
Darren Robinson
Nov-2023
Explained problem and solution.
Nov-2023
Friendly and knowledgeable
Oct-2023
Dr. Hamilton is the BEST! Thank you for taking such great care of my kids.
Oct-2023
Dr Hamilton is very professional and took his time explaining all of the options available for treatment and the related risks in an easy to understand manner.
Oct-2023
He has always listened to my concerns. He is professional and kind.
Oct-2023
Nice staff!👍😊
Oct-2023
Dr. David Hamilton is an excellent doctor!
Sep-2023
Honest and straightforward
Sep-2023
He was really great with my 11 year old. Very thorough and explained things well.
Sep-2023
Great as always very caring and listening to you top notch the best Dr I have ever had
Sep-2023
The PA, Tracy, spent a lot of time explaining all my options.
Sep-2023
Very responsive and caring!
Aug-2023
Very personable, professional and knowledgeable
He listened to me and my take on the injury and used this information in developing a plan of action
Sep-2023
Explains everything well, gives realistic expectations (with a great sense of humor)
Aug-2023
Very professional and personable
Aug-2023
Excellent, friendly & great service.
Aug-2023
Doctor Hamilton is the best surgeon I have met in awhile.
Jul-2023
I've never in my 44 years of life have went to doctors visits and it takes 3 hours to be seen. I will never in my life come back to this office again.
Jul-2023
Great dr and staff
Jun-2023
Very thorough
Jun-2023
Dr.Hamilton goes above & beyond for his patients. He truly cares & gives his patients quality care! He is the best of the best!
Jun-2023
Very knowledgeable and concerned. Conscious of his decisions as to what is best for healing process. Very personable. Excellent bedside manner.
May-2023
Excellent doctor and staff, busy doctor took an hour wait, but a well oiled machine for an office. He had two great staff people with him and two others that followed up with new orders to stop wound back for a week then come back on two week visit.
May-2023
He listens to you and your concerns
May-2023
Im very pleased with my lapiplasty surgery!
May-2023
Wasn’t eager to do surgery if it can be avoided. I appreciate that VERY much.
May-2023
I liked the Dr. Hamilton. Nice bedside manner
Apr-2023
phenomenal. he had wonderful bedside manner!
Apr-2023
His surgical skills are excellent
Apr-2023
Great at explaining procedure, appreciated his honesty regarding expectations for recovery
Apr-2023
Excellent Doctor
Apr-2023
The pain in my ankle after steroid shot is gone
Apr-2023
Dr Hamilton is awesome!!!!
Apr-2023
Always professional.Explains things well.
Apr-2023
I really appreciate Dr. Hamilton and the assistance he provided for me. He was
Mar-2023
Always happy to see him!
Feb-2023
Excellent surgeon. Great result.
Feb-2023
Honest, straight forward and took the time to explain my condition.
Feb-2023
Always easy to talk to and professional.
Feb-2023
He is a great surgeon, does excellent work would refer Dr.hamilton to everyone .
Feb-2023
He's a good doctor
Jan-2023
Dr. Hamilton was very knowledgeable and detailed with the description of the injuries to my foot. He was easy to talk to and answered all of my questions. I was very pleased with my visit and his recommendations. The office staff was very nice and friendly as well.
Jan-2023
Outstanding
Jan-2023
He was awesome and took his time to go over my results from the X-rays and my conditions.
Jan-2023
Nice man but doesn't spend time with you answering questions. He was literally half in the doorway and out while speaking to me. I had to ask him to come back, sit down, and explain to me my diagnosis with the door closed. I was told he was extremely busy with other patients.
I reminded him *I TOO* was one of those patients and deserved his undivided attention. Doesn't inspire confidence between patient and doctor which is a shame.
Dec-2022
Great Dr. Explained everything to me in words I could understand.
Dec-2022
My second visit with Dr Hamilton he cares about his patients explains what is going on so you can understand. He takes the time to listen to your concerns you are not rushed out the door office staff if awesome all so friendly and caring I would recommend this office and Dr 💯
Dec-2022
He has done surgery on both my feet best surgeon I have ever dealt with.he is the best
Nov-2022
Dr and Staff were very friendly and very helpful..thank you all!!
Oct-2022
The best Dr I have ever seen great bed side manner and truly listen to his patient very compassionate and cares about you I highly recommend to anyone
Sep-2022
Dr Hamilton is the best in the industry. He reconstructed both my feet and did an awesome job. I won’t go to anyone else. I highly recommend him
Sep-2022
Dr. Hamilton is very easy to talk to and genuinely seems to care .
Sep-2022
Dr Hamilton changed my life! I was so crippled and in so much pain I couldn’t walk. My foot was badly deformed and he reconstructed it. No pain and I can wear normal shoes and walk all day. He is a wonderful surgeon and a truly caring man. I cannot recommend him strongly enough.
Sep-2022
Very understanding and empathetic. Wonderful surgeon too
Sep-2022
He saved my ankle and I am so thankful
Sep-2022
Knowledgeable, Friendly while maintaining professionalism, thorough in responding to questions
Sep-2022
He is very patient oriented. I like him a lot.
Aug-2022
Dr. Patient communication is lacking… shows little empathy!!!
Aug-2022
Dr. Hamilton is for the care of his patients. He is caring and concerned for their well-being.
Aug-2022
Was over an hour late to the appointment. We had to just sit in the room waiting! Did not act confident in his diagnosis
Aug-2022
Very informative
Aug-2022
Very personable and accommodating. He always answers my questions patiently.
Aug-2022
David is very compassionate, and shows great empathy for his patients. I highly recommend this physician.
Aug-2022
I was happy with the outcome but I want time off work lol
Jul-2022
Very knowledgeable and explained the issues to where it was easy to understand.
Jul-2022
I just love Dr H.
Jul-2022
Dr.Hamilton was helpful and explained everything, as well as answered questions to my satisfaction.
Jul-2022
Dr. Hamilton was easy to talk to and I felt like he actually listened to me. He explained what the surgery would entail and made me feel better about it.
Jun-2022
Always professional, caring and very helpful with my orthodox issues
Jun-2022
Good surgeon, doesn't talk much, but I'm happy with my bunionette surgery
Jun-2022
Thorough, caring and a physician that takes the time to listen to you
Jun-2022
Courteous & Professional
Jun-2022
Wonderful doctor and friendly staff
Jun-2022
Cares about his patients!! Great surgeon!
Jun-2022
Uninterested
Jun-2022
Great work!!
May-2022
Very thorough and talked through all my options.
May-2022
Im happy with my new ankle.
Apr-2022
Dr. Hamilton is a great surgeon, but the exam rooms are sparse, cold and out dated. Also, the lack of supplies such as gloves and hand sanitizer in the rooms is an issue.
Apr-2022
Very professional and great bedside manner.
Apr-2022
Downn to earth and explains things very well
Apr-2022
First appt. I liked him.
Mar-2022
reasonable and knowledgeable
Mar-2022
Great doctor as well as a friend thank you so much & my God keep blessing you for all what you do ...
Mar-2022
Love his down to earth manner. Easy to understand him.
Mar-2022
Best of the Best
Feb-2022
He’s the best!!!! I needed my other achilles tendon fixed and he was not at the same place so I had to hunt him down. Can’t get away from me, Dr Hamilton!!!!??
Feb-2022
He was amazing
Feb-2022
Dr Hamilton has been so helpful with my treatments and surgery
Feb-2022
I feel secure in his knowledge of surgical techniques and the after care.
Feb-2022
Competent, concerned and thorough. I feel like I'm in good hands.
Feb-2022
Very nice and knowledgeable, explained everything so we could understand exactly why surgery was needed.
Feb-2022
I had the best experience with my Lapiplasty. Couldn’t ask for a better physician, surgery experience, or recovery! I am so thankful to have made the decision to choose Dr Hamilton.
Feb-2022
After seeing two Foot and Ankle podiatrists with unsatisfactory results, I was referred to Dr. Hamilton by a friend. I found him professional, but also with a concerned demeanor that put me at ease. I’m confident that he will be able to successfully address my foot problems.
Jan-2022
Dr Hamilton has listened attentively and answered my surgery questions to my satisfaction.
Jan-2022
Very good
Jan-2022
Feel confident with his care
Dec-2021
Dr Hamilton has taken very good care of me. I feel he goes above and beyond
Jan-2022
Outstanding attention to detail. Listened to my case especially patiently. A real talent in his field
Dec-2021
He done an amazing job on my foot. It has only been six weeks. And I am up walking. My foot is so much better.
Dec-2021
He was awesome, he listened and answered all my questions and gave me the best care!!
Dec-2021
He takes time to listen. He is patient and does not give up with complicated cases. He is always positive and encouraging.
Dec-2021
My surgery went well and Dr. Hamilton has been wonderful all the way through my recovery. Can’t recommend him enough.
Dec-2021
Dr. Hamilton is awesome.
Dec-2021
I would have given 5 stars, but I just always feel so rushed when he comes in. I end up forgetting the questions I have for him.
Nov-2021
Great dr really respectful
Nov-2021
Dr Hamilton’s intelligence patience and compassionate approach is clear following a series of appointments that I had with him. I appreciate having him applying himself to resolve my persistent injury.
Nov-2021
Excellent surgeon and excellent place to go to for your bone and joint needs. The only reason I have to take off 2 stars is because they seem to still need some practice giving people information. Not enough information is givin to you in your visits to the point where you have to ask questions about everything. And sure you should always have questions to ask but if you go in for a knee issue and you have to ask whats wrong with it after they do surgery becasue they just dont tell you, then theyre not very versed in dealing with people. I just wished they where better at giving you the answers to the questions they know you are there for because most the time we dont know the questions we should be asking. I think thatll grow in time so I wouldnt tell people not to go here for it, I would just prepare someone I told to go there to be prepared to ask questions about every. little. thing and everything.
Oct-2021
I was very impressed with Dr. Hamilton. I do wish he would have offered to explain things while showing me my X-rays.
Oct-2021
Absolutely goes above and beyond his duties. Such a caring and involved doctor. The support shown to me has been amazing.
Oct-2021
Quick and to the point!
Oct-2021
Very pleased with everybody on how well they treated me, and for the fast treatment Thank You
Oct-2021
I waited 40 minutes to see Dr Hamilton. I know he is busy so that was no problem. However when he came in he spent less than 2 minutes with me. He had prescribed therapy the last appointment and he didn’t ask if that helped or if I had any questions or anything. He never sat down or asked if I was better or worse. As he was going out the door he said if you need something you can make an appointment. I traveled 90 miles round trip and couldn’t even discuss my foot for 5 minutes. I am sure he is an excellent dr but why have an appointment for 2 minutes at the most.
Oct-2021
The best I’ve ever had, in all areas!
Sep-2021
Dr Hamilton was great and took awesome care of me.
Sep-2021
My procedure was a 💯 success!! Will recommend to friends!
Sep-2021
Great job on my reconstruction of my right foot ..blessed
Sep-2021
He is very knowledgeable about the surgery I will be having done,.
Aug-2021
Love dr Hamilton he is a great friend and doctor
Aug-2021
Incredible doctor
Aug-2021
Glad I found Dr. Hamilton he explains things that I could understand in layman’s terms
Aug-2021
Dr. Hamilton took the time to listen carefully to my history and performed a thorough examination. Only then did he discuss the options available to me. I appreciate his attention to detail and patience. He another superb doctor in this practice .
Aug-2021
Caring, courteous, skilled surgeon who saved my ankle. Excellent Choice.
Aug-2021
provided great information concerning bunion surgery, what to expect and how long it takes to heal.
Jul-2021
Very good at what he does!! Kind, courteous and cares how his patients feel! Dr Hamilton has been outstanding with me!
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Jul-2021
He actually listened to my concerns. He took the time and helped. He was very knowledgeable!
Jul-2021
He is the best..
Jul-2021
Just plain love Dr Hamilton
Jun-2021
It simply doesn’t get any better than Dr. Hamilton! There’s no one else I would want to take care of me. He has the best bedside manner and is so empathetic toward his patients. I recommend everyone that I can to him.
Jul-2021
He was excellent!
Jun-2021
Like him a lot. He came back a couple times to the room to explain all my options.
Jun-2021
Would definitely recommend Dr Hamilton . Great Communication and very hospitable personality .
Dr. Hamilton grew up in Lexington, Kentucky where he graduated salutatorian from Tates Creek High School. He graduated from the University of Kentucky, where he was a walk-on quarterback on the football team. He completed a Masters of Business Administration from the Gatton College of Business and Economics before attending medical school at the University of Kentucky. He completed residency at the Department of Orthopedics & Sports Medicine at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, where he served as team doctor for Frederick Douglass High School Football.
He refined his orthopaedic focus during his Foot & Ankle fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
He has been featured in a number of medical publications and has presented his research at local, regional, and national meetings. He is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Southern Orthopaedic Association, and American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society.
Dr. Hamilton utilizes a patient-centered focus, recognizing that foot and ankle issues lead to other problems throughout the body. His clinical interests include foot and ankle problems such as bunions, arthritis, diabetic feet, heel spurs, flat foot, plantar fasciitis as well as sports injuries and fractures. He specializes in foot and ankle arthroscopy, ligament repair, total ankle replacement, flat foot and Charcot reconstruction, three-dimensional bunion correction, as well as minimally invasive techniques for tendon lengthening, bunion correction, and carpal tunnel release. He enjoys treating diabetic foot wounds and infections with the goal of limb salvage.
Dr. Hamilton lives in Lexington with his wife and two daughters. Aside from patient care, he enjoys sports, woodworking, gardening, hunting and fishing with his kids, and cheering alongside his wife at their children's sporting events.
Best doctor by far.
Best surgeon ever, and a really nice man. Explains everything.
Great Dr !!
Very professional and nice
Loved him
Dr Hamilton is the consummate professional; courteous, kind and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure to be under his care.
Dr. Helton was the best his assistant Taylor also together they make a great team and explained everything to me who’s hoping all goes well on September 11 I have no doubt
Saw his PA Josh today and was very pleased with my visit
He is a awesome surgeon and his bed side manner is great.
Really nice and knowledgeable