Dr. Elizabeth Truelove completed her orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh, where she was awarded a nomination to the American Orthopaedic Association, an honor bestowed on the top one to two residents in each orthopaedic surgery program in the country. As a chief resident, she received the Orthopedic Surgery Resident Research Day Prize based on outstanding research and presentation and then continued her training by specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery through a fellowship at the University of Chicago.
Dr. Elizabeth Truelove completed her orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh, where she was awarded a nomination to the American Orthopaedic Association, an honor bestowed on the top one to two residents in each orthopaedic surgery program in the country. As a chief resident, she received the Orthopedic Surgery Resident Research Day Prize based on outstanding research and presentation and then continued her training by specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery through a fellowship at the University of Chicago.
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She was wonderful. She explained all of my options and listened to what I had to say.
Oct-2024
Very nice and informative
Oct-2024
She great love her as my Dr.
Oct-2024
She is the best doctor I've ever had and I've had alot!
Sep-2024
Dr. Truelove is very impressive!
Sep-2024
Very friendly and makes sure you agree and are satisfied with course of treatment.
Sep-2024
Explained what was wrong with whrist
Aug-2024
She is very thorough about her work and listens to your concerns. She is very knowledgeable about my situation. I recommend her to anyone who needs assistance . She is very professional
Aug-2024
She was awesome
Aug-2024
Very thoughtful and thorough conversation, examination and recommendation!
Jul-2024
Great
Jul-2024
Did have to wait 40 minutes after my appointment time, but well worth it. Dr Truelove was very professional and nice and answered all our questions and concerns. She was helpful by educating us on what was happening with my fingers and gave us links to learn more about the condition.
Jul-2024
Doctor trulove, it was very informative on my condition and on the procedure upcoming. I'm very personable. I liked her very much, I do not hesitate at this point to give her 5 stars for her Showing that she truly cares about her patience. And there improvements, and they're physical. Well-being I would recommend to my family and to my close friends if they needed a surgeon, so the same condition to absolutely go with her? Thank you, Dr. trulough.!
Jul-2024
Very through and listens to the patient and makes you feel valued and heard!
Jun-2024
Excellent all around
Jun-2024
Dr. Truelove keeps very clear and accurate records on what is done and discussed during my visits. She shows confidence and is easy to communicate with her direct answers, and questions are answered clearly. Dr. T takes the time needed to discuss all concerns. Office staff is also very accommodating and cordial. Each visit has been positive.
Jun-2024
Very nice and sweet had and answered all my questions and concerns professionally n honestly
May-2024
The doctor made me feel very confident with the diagnosis and went out of her way to make sure I understood my situation and options.
May-2024
Absolutely an amazing diagnostic appointment. Why can't all doctors be as comprehensive and caring as Dr. Truelove. I am being treated for both hands...and can honestly say that I am in the best hands with her. I couldn't be happier.
May-2024
Answered all my questions gave me options for treatment. Looking forward to working with Dr Truelove.
May-2024
She explained out the medical issue very well, I could fully understand and make a good decision.
May-2024
She was very nice and answered my questions. Explained things to me so I would know what is going on.
May-2024
Dr Truelove was great as always.
Apr-2024
Very knowledgeable and caring
Apr-2024
Professional, clear, concise & caring
Apr-2024
Knowledgeable and excellent communication
Apr-2024
Total trust in her! So thankful she was who the ER referred to!
Apr-2024
Very friendly, professional and informative. Really listened to me and made me feel heard and understood. I would highly recommend her.
Mar-2024
Really, really good
Listens before she speaks
Can’t say enough good things about her
Mar-2024
She helped me with everything that I needed. She’s very professional and I will recommend her to anyone who needs her
Mar-2024
The BEST!!!
Mar-2024
She’s so understanding and listens to everything you have to say/think about your issue! I love how she’ll take everything you say into consideration!
Mar-2024
Appreciated her rofesdionalism and listening, assistance and goid advice
Mar-2024
Always professional and very friendly.
Mar-2024
she is wonderful. listens and explains things well.
Mar-2024
Thank you for the excellent care.
Feb-2024
She was very caring and put me at ease about the surgery
Feb-2024
Dr. Truelove was very nice. She was thorough and clearly explained the treatment plan for my daughters injury.
Feb-2024
Very sweet and comforting
Feb-2024
Dr. Truelove is fantastic. She took time, gave a thorough examination, and developed a plan of treatment.
Jan-2024
Excellent, very competent.
Jan-2024
Very pleasant, very helpful. She obviously had reviewed my chart before she came in. I was very pleased
Jan-2024
She explains things so I understand what she's referring to.
Jan-2024
Very knowledgeable, easy to understand, willing to go out of her way to explain things.
Dec-2023
Dr Truelove is very knowledgeable, professional and personable. The procedure was explained and it went smoothly.
Dec-2023
Very nice, efficient office
Dec-2023
She was very helpful. Kind and she answered my questions
Dec-2023
I really like her she's awesome
Dec-2023
I had a positive experience with Dr Truelove yesterday when she gave me two steroid shots for my trigger fingers. She was detailed in her exam and most informative.
Nov-2023
Very pleasant and direct to the point.
Nov-2023
Best doctor Evah!!!!
Nov-2023
Very thorough with questioning and checking for problems.
Nov-2023
Incredibly professional. Well versed in her field. Personal. Presents information in an easy way to understand. Highly recommended.
Nov-2023
I think we should of looked at the MRI I had from Calias hospital to better understand my condition. My visit was quick and brief and I thought of questions I should of asked after I left
Nov-2023
Dr. Truelove has been phenomenal. I came to her after a table saw accident, and over the last 3 1/2 months she has been unfailingly perceptive, understanding of my situation and, above all, skilled. She communicates extremely clearly, and asks perceptive questions with each visit. I cannot express how grateful I am to her and to the practice for saving my finger.
Nov-2023
Very kind and friendly-knowledgeable
Nov-2023
Awesome Doctor
Oct-2023
I can only speak to the one office visit but she was awesome. She’s professional, thoughtful, informative, polite, and caring. I feel lucky to have had my visit with her.
Oct-2023
Excellent Professional!
Oct-2023
Perfectly in time, explained everything. Improved my hand arthritis with an injection!
Sep-2023
Thorough, sincere and very professional
Sep-2023
She took the time to review X-rays with me and talk about options. She listened to what I had to say.
The entire office was efficient and everyone was friendly. Great experience
Sep-2023
She was good at trying to figure out the problem
Sep-2023
Dr. Truelove is down to earth and extremely professional. A true gift to the medical community.
Sep-2023
Outstanding Doctor! She is truly concerned for her patients, and has helped me a lot. So glad I have her for my hand doc.
Sep-2023
Dr. Truelove saw me for an emergency situation due to a finger infection. She did surgery the same day and arranged a follow up appt. With a hand surgeon near my home 1200 miles away. She is great and an excellent Doctor.
Aug-2023
I absolutely love this doctor. She is very thorough., caring & pleasant
Aug-2023
Great first visit. Very personable and thorough!
Aug-2023
She was fabulous, she took her time and made me feel good about what she was doing. She helped me get my pain level comfortable and was very clear about things.
Jul-2023
She is very sweet and thorough. Answered all questions in a manner I could understand
Jul-2023
Very kind and professional!
Jul-2023
Dr Truelove is very thorough, intuitive and kind.
Jun-2023
I found Dr. Truelove to be thorough and personable. She explained everything clearly and answered any questions that I had.
Jun-2023
On time, pleasant and explained procedure. Her office got back to me within 24 hours .
May-2023
Very attentive and came up with a less invasive plan to start with in hopes that combined with some changes and exercises my hand will get better😀
May-2023
Lots of help and getting me situated
Apr-2023
Dr. Truelove is the best
Apr-2023
Explained plan well and thorough exam of joint.
Apr-2023
Excellent , professional and very knowledgeable.
Apr-2023
Professional, caring, willing to explain thing so that I could understand things.
Mar-2023
Provider was running way behind schedule.
Mar-2023
She is easy to talk to knows what she is doing
Mar-2023
Very friendly and professional, I felt very comfortable with her
Mar-2023
Dr. Truelove is amazing. I would recommend her for anyone who needs hand, wrist, or elbow surgery. She is smart, capable, and has a fantastic bedside manner. She does a great job explaining things and answering questions.
Feb-2023
She was very nice and very helpful.
Feb-2023
Dr Truelove is pleasure to work with — direct & practical, with a sincere, compassionate human connection. I highly recommend her!
Feb-2023
Thoroughly explained every step of the procedure, results, as well as short and long term effects. Dr Truelove was empathetic throughout the process. I know exactly what to expect for the follow up appointment.
Feb-2023
Very helpful and thorough Very pleasant.
Jan-2023
Dr. True Love was very thorough, very confident and I feel like I am in very good hands. It was wonderful to meet her.
Jan-2023
Dr Truelove was fantastic — she listened and was genuinely interested and concerned.
Dec-2022
Easy going, very thorough.
Dec-2022
She was great. Not a single complaint.
Dec-2022
She is great!!
Nov-2022
Really appreciated her commitment to our daughters health
Nov-2022
Provider is thorough and listens to issues.
Nov-2022
Knowledgeable, through, pleasant demeanor
Nov-2022
Very nice and helpful
Nov-2022
Top care. A+
Nov-2022
Putting my thumb and hopes in her hands
Oct-2022
She was friendly & helpful and offered me help
Oct-2022
A very knowledgeable and professional Doctor/surgeon. Caring for her patients seems to be a high priority for her. She listens to your concerns and informs the patient of every aspect of their care. Above board and highly recommended. My left hand middle finger tip and I approve this rating.
Oct-2022
Very pleased with Dr. Truelove! She's very thorough and knowledgeable. Definitely feel like I'm in good hands!
Oct-2022
Always listening to what I have to say
Sep-2022
I feel blessed I was lucky to get her as my doctor ,she is amazing her bed side manner everything ! Thank you for such excellent care.
Sep-2022
Very thorough and helped answer all my questions.
Sep-2022
Very helpful and informative
Aug-2022
She was great so pleasant and really knew her stuff.
Aug-2022
She is very through and proffessional, took her time explaining what my options were.
Jul-2022
Dr Truelove and Katie seem very caring and supportive. Thank you.
Jul-2022
Awesome Dr. Explained everything very throughly.
Jul-2022
great doctor very caring very professional
Jul-2022
Absolutely wonderful.
Jun-2022
Very personable and competent Doctor!
Dr. Truelove diagnosed my issue and presented clear options, explaining possible outcomes. I appreciated the opportunity to ask questions and make choices for my treatment. I felt a sincere level of competence and care.
Jun-2022
Friendly, thorough, clear and easy to talk to.
Jun-2022
Dr. Truelove was very thorough, fully answered my questions and took her time to make sure that I understood all of my options.
Jun-2022
She is the BEST
Jun-2022
very nice
Jun-2022
She was so attentive, informative and really took the time to ensure that I felt comfortable with the plan of treatment.
Dr. Elizabeth Truelove was born and raised in Massachusetts and attended high school in New Hampshire. After graduation, she pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics at the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, VA, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with Highest Honors in Mathematics. She worked for two years in government contracting outside Washington, DC before attending medical school at Georgetown University. She then completed her orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh, where she was awarded a nomination to the American Orthopaedic Association, an honor bestowed on the top one to two residents in each orthopaedic surgery program in the country. As a chief resident, she received the Orthopedic Surgery Resident Research Day Prize based on outstanding research and presentation and then continued her training by specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery through a fellowship at the University of Chicago.
Dr. Truelove is married with a son and a daughter. She is thrilled to be back in a place where she can ski, hike, and spend time with her family in Massachusetts and Blue Hill, ME. She looks forward to taking care of patients and growing her practice here in Maine.
She was wonderful. She explained all of my options and listened to what I had to say.
Very nice and informative
She great love her as my Dr.
She is the best doctor I've ever had and I've had alot!
Dr. Truelove is very impressive!
Very friendly and makes sure you agree and are satisfied with course of treatment.
Explained what was wrong with whrist
She is very thorough about her work and listens to your concerns. She is very knowledgeable about my situation. I recommend her to anyone who needs assistance . She is very professional
She was awesome
Very thoughtful and thorough conversation, examination and recommendation!