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Kenneth A. Kearns, M.D.
Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center
Shoulder, Elbow, Orthopedics
Willow Grove, King of Prussia, Havertown
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.9
842 Ratings
380 Comments
Dr. Kenneth Kearns is a Board Certified, Fellowship trained Shoulder & Elbow Orthopaedic Surgeon who specializes in arthroscopic surgical procedures, joint replacements, minimally invasive procedures, as well as upper extremity fracture care from the clavicle (collar bone) to the elbow.
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4.9
842 Ratings
380 Comments
Dr. Kenneth Kearns is a Board Certified, Fellowship trained Shoulder & Elbow Orthopaedic Surgeon who specializes in arthroscopic surgical procedures, joint replacements, minimally invasive procedures, as well as upper extremity fracture care from the clavicle (collar bone) to the elbow.
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Dr. Kenneth Kearns is a Board Certified, Fellowship trained Shoulder & Elbow Orthopaedic Surgeon who specializes in arthroscopic surgical procedures, joint replacements, minimally invasive procedures, as well as upper extremity fracture care from the clavicle (collar bone) to the elbow.
Born and raised in Ohio, Dr. Kearns had a taste of the northeast during his orthopaedic training. After a few years in private practice in New York, Dr. Kearns returned to Philadelphia and joined the elite upper extremity physicians of Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center in April 2016. “I ventured to New York City after having completed my Orthopaedic Residency and Shoulder & Elbow Fellowship training in Philadelphia, but NYC never felt like home. My wife and I missed Philadelphia, and could not be happier to return and raise our family here.”
Dr. Kearns takes great pride in his bedside manner and ability to listen. “My mentors taught me that 90% of the diagnosis comes from listening to the patient. I strive to treat each patient as an individual and take the necessary time to fully understand the problem in order to implement my expertise and provide the best care possible.”Dr. Kearns’ focused and personal approach to medicine is appreciated by his patients and the physicians who consistently refer their patients to him for his treatment style and surgical expertise.
Dr. Kearns completed his undergraduate studies at Colby College in Maine and then returned home to attend The University of Toledo School of Medicine.
After medical school, Dr. Kearns entered the Orthopaedic Residency Program at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. While a resident, Dr. Kearns was not only recognized as a superb surgeon, but as a cutting edge research physician as well. During this time, he received recognition and awards by both the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation and the Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society. He also was the recipient of the Jerome M. Cotler, MD & Philip J. Marone, MD Award, which is granted to one resident each year for demonstrating outstanding excellence in leadership.
Lastly, Dr. Kearns fine tuned his skills at the internationally renowned Thomas Jefferson University Hospital/Rothman Institute Shoulder & Elbow Orthopaedic Fellowship Program.
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Outstanding Well satisfied Excellent job
Dr Kearns is caring and helped me with non-surgical options. Thanks for the great care.
He listens and doesn’t minimize my issue.
Nice guy made me feel comfortable, professional and informative
Dr Kearns is very thorough and patient. He answered all of my questions. I recommend Dr Kearns to my family and friends.
This was my first visit with Dr. Kearns. He listened and then gave me clear options/direction on my choices for care. Very friendly.
Dr Kearns and his staff are always very friendly and professional and don't waste your time. He tells you like it is and if you need something done he will provide you with your best option. I had Sholder replacement surgery last July and I am planning to get the other one done this July so if you are tired of pain go see him so he can fix you
I like that he asks me what I want rather than just telling me what he's going to do.
He yelled at me. I am autistic and have PTSD, anxiety and severe depression and am triggered when people raise their voices at me. I was trying to explain to him that I was denied healthcare by worker's comp and it destroyed my arm, but he misunderstood me and claimed that I don't care about my health because I brought up the case. He recommended PT at St.Mary's, then got upset when I said that I couldn't go there. Like I said, I have PTSD, some of it is because of trauma from St.Mary's, of which I am still in therapy for. My injury has caused more than enenough stress for me, I don't need anymore trauma from doctors.
Professional, thoughtful & explains options clearly.