Dr. Patrick Hurlbut is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon. He completed his residency at the University of Vermont in 1993, and a fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery in 1994 at the University of Minnesota.
Dr. Patrick Hurlbut is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon. He completed his residency at the University of Vermont in 1993, and a fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery in 1994 at the University of Minnesota.
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Very knowledgeable. He always puts me back together!!
Sep-2024
I kind of understood how doctor explained everything to me that made it a plus
Aug-2024
Personality that equals his notable medical knowledge and obvious experience!
Aug-2024
He was professional and very eager to assist me in revolving my concerns. I would recommend his practice and services.
Aug-2024
Best shoulder doctor in the biz. We should know by the number of times he's put us back together. We trust him. That says it all.
Jul-2024
Very friendly, knowledgeable.
Jul-2024
Awesomeness very clear with all his explanations. I would definitely see him if I have an my problems , hopefully not. The staff are all to kind n made me feel very welcome.
Jul-2024
Was one hour and 15 minutes from my scheduled appointment time before I seen the Dr
Jul-2024
He is great!
Jul-2024
Great personality
Jun-2024
He answered my question in a way that I understood was very friendly
Jun-2024
Excellent interaction skills with patient showing and explaining everything that may be causing my symptoms. Treatment options and their pros/cons presented for my decision and timing.
Jun-2024
Dr. Hurlbut is a very doctor. He is very knowledgeable about any health issues you may have. He is also a great surgeon. I would recommend him to anyone.
Jun-2024
Surgery was awesome! So very pleased! Thanks so much!
Jun-2024
He got a phone call near the end of our session and left before I could ask my questions. He certainly knows his craft.
Jun-2024
Wonderful doctor. I recommend him to everyone!!
Jun-2024
This is my second time with him. I find him very informative, kind, and always willing to answer my questions.
Jun-2024
Very competent. Good sense of humor. Sincerely cares about his patients.
Jun-2024
Great discussion!
May-2024
I appreciated the detailed explanation of the injury and instructions for splinting.
May-2024
Excellent physician. Very friendly and informative
May-2024
Dr Hurlbut is the best orthopedist and the best doctor that I’ve ever been to. He truly cares about his patience.
May-2024
Such a nice office. Explained so much. Took time with me.
May-2024
Love Dr Hurlbut, he got me in right away and was reassuring about my complaint. He is very thorough.
May-2024
He had more time to spend talking to me
Apr-2024
Dr. Hurlbut, his PA Ellie, and his staff were exceptional. They were friendly, patient, and thorough. I felt very comfortable, and reassured I was heard and they would take good care of me and they did! Very Impressed! Thank you!
Apr-2024
I trust him to the fullest
Apr-2024
Dr Hurlbut is a great dr
Apr-2024
Best doctor ever!
Mar-2024
Dr. H really knows his stuff. I would recommend him to anyone!!!!!
Mar-2024
He is the greatest. He takes ample time to explain everything to the patient.
Mar-2024
Explained what needed to be done and my options and did what I chose.
Mar-2024
He is the best
Mar-2024
Dr. Hurlbut and his team were wonderful- everyone was very through, patient and kind. I am confident that my medical team is shepherding me through the best treatment possible for my injury.
Mar-2024
Outstanding work. Very trustworthy. Dr.Hutlbut is easy to work and very caring for his patients.
Mar-2024
Dr Hurlbut is a very busy man, he and kid staff kindly got me in for an appointment on a very busy day for him. I really appreciate the extra effort from the staff and scheduling department to get me in asap. Thank You for your flexibility and kindness at the tail en of a long day. My treatment seems to have provided me some relief in the first 18 hrs. Jeffrey Riha
Mar-2024
He was very knowledgeable and explained well what I could expect from my condition. He also gave me pointers as to be better able to deal with it and gave me treatment options with pros and cons. He gave his recommendation and left it for me to decide. Very caring and professional.
Feb-2024
Dr.Hurlbut takes the time to listen to all my concerns and then addresses them. He makes sure I fully understand my options and helps me to make an informed decision that is best for me.
Feb-2024
Dr. Hurlbut is an excellent Orthopaedic Specialist. I have
trusted Dr. Hurlbut with a total knee replacement, two rotator cuff repairs, and carpal tunnel surgeries. I appreciate his straight forward approach to explain the pros and cons of procedures.
Feb-2024
Very personable
Feb-2024
Was very pleased with Dr Hurlbut. He was interested and very caring even though I’m 84..He gave me some hope and positive feedback.
Feb-2024
Really knowledgeable and thorough
Feb-2024
Dr Hurlbut is the absolutely best orthopedic doctor in the state of Nebraska. He explains everything to you in ways that anybody can understand. He’s compassionate and looks at all options. I would not go to anybody else.
Jan-2024
Good doctor
Jan-2024
I go to Dr hurlbut for all my orthopedic needs wouldn't dream of going anywhere else as long as Dr hurlbut is in business he is the man I'll see
Jan-2024
I really like dr Hurlbut he is a great dr
Jan-2024
Such a kind person. Really listened. Chelsey his assistant very kind and efficient. God is good.
Jan-2024
Very Amazing Doctor and Surgeon. Very thankful that I found him to do my hand surgeries.
Jan-2024
Professional and takes the time to explain results and treatment
Dec-2023
I appreciated that he listened to my concerns and explained things clearly.
Dec-2023
Personable and informative. My favorite doctor he is.
So appreciative of his professionalism.
Dec-2023
Great doctor!
Dec-2023
The staff and physicians in this office are the greatest. Very very nice. I would recommend anyone to them.
Dec-2023
I think Dr. Hurlbut and his Team are absolutely the best in every way.
The Doctor explained everything from the first appointment to the actual surgery day. I appreciate him so much.
Thank you.
Nov-2023
He actually listens to his patients and their concerns. If not for this I would possibly have lost use of my right arm due to the muscle tendons tearing away from the bone. He is always willing to teach you and those around you so you know what to expect. Highly recommend!!
Nov-2023
Smart Man!
Nov-2023
Dr Hurlbut is the kindest, smartest, best doctor I have ever been to. He did two major surgeries on me, and always answered any question that I had. I could not have asked for a better doctors through this difficult time. The entire staff is kind and caring. I recommend Dr Hurlbut 110%. He is wonderful.
Oct-2023
He is the brat explained of all surheons. When you leave you have all the facts and have a precise game plan.
Very attentive to the patient and very good at explaining why and what he is doing
Aug-2023
Dr Hurlbut is an exceptional physician. He has a command of his field, gives clear information, and gave me helpful advice. I appreciate him very much.
Aug-2023
Great visit. Very informative and concerned about patient and caring!
Aug-2023
The whole staff was professional and very friendly.
Aug-2023
Great as always
Aug-2023
Dr. H. fixed my thumb. He is truly a great surgeon. I would recommend him to anyone!!!!
Jul-2023
Thouroughly explained the possible procedure based on what the MRI will show.
Jul-2023
Hurlbut and lizza did a super job
Jul-2023
Nice doctor and very personable.
Jul-2023
Very knowledgeable and polite.
Jul-2023
Dr. Hurlbut and all of his staff are top notch and perform total care for their patients.
Jul-2023
Excellent caring dr.
Jul-2023
Very professional and understanding of my injury and what I’m trying to do. Very pleased with his care.
Jul-2023
He's an excellent surgen he did a great job on fixing my hand
Jun-2023
I was impressed with the amount of time he spent with me, thoroughly explaining what was wrong and how we would proceed.
Jun-2023
Did a great job on my knee. Loved the state of care anathesia and the wound care drain. He is excellent
Jun-2023
Just the Best.
Jun-2023
Patrick hurlbut is great surgeon in what he does for people in need of there injurys.
Jun-2023
Very friendly and polite
Jun-2023
First class.
May-2023
Kind and knowledgeable, thorough and takes time with each patient to make sure I understand the problem and what my options are.
May-2023
Very nice and very good doctor
May-2023
Thanks
May-2023
Very pleased with my surgery and follow up visits. Always feel like all my questions/ concerns are dealt with in an empathetic way. Patrick was excellent and so were staff people who worked with me! Thank You…! Jim Keyser
May-2023
Very grateful for Dr. Hurlbut, him and his staff did an exceptional job!
May-2023
Dr Hurlbut is a very pleasant person and is very concerned about his
May-2023
He is amazing. Very personable and knowledgeable. The whole staff there is. I would recommend him highly to everybody.
Apr-2023
Great to work with. Very impressive.
Apr-2023
Nice to talk to the doctor and have a good evaluation. I will return if and when I’m hurt again.
Apr-2023
Love the location and new clinic. Legia always makes me feel welcome. Wish that Dr Hurlbut would pop in and give me a heads up.
Apr-2023
Excellent rapport. Sits down,doesn’t rush time w/ patient.Genuine care
& concern for patient. Lp
Apr-2023
Excelente
Mar-2023
Dr. Hurlbut is an exceptional surgeon! He is extremely knowledgable and takes the time to make sure you understand what is wrong, and how he will fix it. I wouldn't see anyone else.
Mar-2023
He and his PA were wonderful. Explained instructions really well and I was very happy with the visit
Mar-2023
Dr Hurlbut was very informative and supportive with all information that I requested. He is very knowledgeable and helped me immensely with my decisions going forward.
Feb-2023
Absolutely phenomenal! Spent over an hour with me looking at previous doc reports, MRIs- explained everything and what he was seeing, gave me options as far as treatment plans and discussed my decision and supported it. Would recommend him over and over again.
Feb-2023
He explained my situation well, we worked together on what I wanted to do, he let me make decisions on my health care.
Jan-2023
I have complete confidence in Dr Hurlbut, Best in Lincoln
Jan-2023
Great experience from the receptionist to the surgeon. Friendly and competent. Calming office decor at both locations. I was completely confident of my care from first visit, surgery and after care.
Jan-2023
Enjoyed personal explanations for increased understanding
Dec-2022
Dr. Hurlbut is an excellent listener, kind, thorough, and establishes a solid treatment plan. Highly recommend!
Dec-2022
Pat is the best orthopaedic surgeon you could ask for!
Dec-2022
Very kind and thorough with explaination of injury and with expectation for healing.
Dec-2022
Very kind, gave me straight up information, guidance and help.
Great first experience and a convenient, beautiful facility.
Nov-2022
I like a concise, plain spoken person and I believe he is one at first meeting
Nov-2022
He is the best have had him as a Dr for 25 years would not go anywhere else
Nov-2022
Scheduling Staff were considerate of my personal schedule and drive time. Nurses were friendly. I didn’t feel like a new patient. Dr. Hurlbut was friendly, understood my concerns and treated his staff well. I’m confident in his abilities.
Oct-2022
very impressed just by the exam of my shoulder.
Oct-2022
patrick understands people in need and whats happens to done and talks to people with care this needed
Oct-2022
What a wonderful caring, professional doctor Dr. Hutlbut is. Without any reservations, I trust all my orthopaedic
care to him. He has taken care of my orthopaedic needs in the past with exceptional results, and will again in the near future. He took the time to answer all my questions in a very understandable fashion and made me comfortable with my decision for surgery. Without a doubt, he is the best!
Sep-2022
Very caring and expert physician!
Sep-2022
He has taken wonderful care of me.
Aug-2022
Andrew went in yesterday thinking he might get a cast put on his broken hand but the day took a turn when we found out he needed surgery. Dr Hurlbut was amazing and we could not have asked for a better result to a stressful day. We are very thankful for you Dr Hurlbut and your staff at the clinic and at Lincoln surgical.
Jul-2022
Love Dr H and all the staff! A+ in the care department.
Jun-2022
Very comprehensive exam of my hand and fingers today. Kind, explained everything to help my understanding of the problem.
May-2022
He listened to me and did not seem judgemental.
May-2022
Dr. H is a kind and underst ding physician. He is an expert I'm glad l came to him for a 2nd opinion. I truly appreciate him! And the entire front and back s office staff. The PA's the best! Thank you for all the wonderful medical staff!
Apr-2022
Two and a half months from TKA and I'm able to function near normally. I greatly appreciate Dr. Hurlbut and his team's services. Thank you.
Apr-2022
One of the few docs I go to that actually takea t8me to explain and talk to you
Apr-2022
Awesome
Mar-2022
Personable, engaged, empathetic, a good listener. Exactly what I need in a physician.
Mar-2022
Staff was very helpful. Great detailed description of issue
Mar-2022
Always provides answers to my questions and the staff is very friendly.
Mar-2022
only saw Dr. Hurlbut for a very short period of time. Everyone else was just amazing...especially Leiza, the PA. love her.
Mar-2022
Very knowledgable and communicates information and the plan clearly. nice sense of humor, too.
Feb-2022
Was extremely pleased with the results of my surgery. Would highly recommend him both as a surgeon and practitioner.
Feb-2022
Excellent care. Finally pain free! It’s been a long recovery. Can’t thank you and your staff for all their patience and understanding. My life is finally returning to somewhat normal. I’m so grateful!
Feb-2022
Dr. Hurlbut takes the time to listen to his patients in order to figure out what the problem is and then explains in a way you can understand what is going on. He even drew a picture so I could get a visual to fully understand.
Dr Hurlbut is a great hand surgeon!!!
Feb-2022
I love him and his team! They go above and beyond for their patients.
Feb-2022
Dr. Hurlbut is an outstanding!
Feb-2022
Best in the field!
Feb-2022
Most compassionate, intelligent, gentle doc ever!
Feb-2022
Dr. Hurlbut has performed 5 shoulder surgeries for my family. I guess you could say we trust him. The office personnel is always quite friendly and efficient. And the PT dept is the best bar none!
Jan-2022
He's an amazing doctor!
Jan-2022
Very complete exam and makes sure you get the best care.
Jan-2022
Very impressed. He seemed in concerned with my success.
Jan-2022
Great Doctor. Very knowledgeable, on top of what needs to be done. Great surgeon!
Jan-2022
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Prairie Orthopaedic and Plastic Surgery - North Location
Dr. Patrick Hurlbut is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon. He completed his residency at the University of Vermont in 1993, and a fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery in 1994 at the University of Minnesota. He subsequently earned a Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Hurlbut has been admitted to that American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), an elite professional society of hand surgeons. Prairie Orthopaedic & Plastic Surgery, PC and Dr. Hurlbut’s team uses the most advanced treatment options for recovery of maximum mobility, strength, and return of function. Dr. Hurlbut’s passion has been the diagnosis and treatment of shoulder, elbow and hand injuries but he also continues to practice in many areas of orthopaedics including total joint replacement and knee arthroscopy.
Very knowledgeable. He always puts me back together!!
I kind of understood how doctor explained everything to me that made it a plus
Personality that equals his notable medical knowledge and obvious experience!
He was professional and very eager to assist me in revolving my concerns. I would recommend his practice and services.
Best shoulder doctor in the biz. We should know by the number of times he's put us back together. We trust him. That says it all.
Very friendly, knowledgeable.
Awesomeness very clear with all his explanations. I would definitely see him if I have an my problems , hopefully not. The staff are all to kind n made me feel very welcome.
Was one hour and 15 minutes from my scheduled appointment time before I seen the Dr
He is great!
Great personality