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Dr. Michael Axe, MD

Sports Medicine
4.2 (52)
Map Pin Small Newark, DE
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Michael Axe, MD

Dr. Michael Axe, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in Newark, DE. They specialize in Sports Medicine, has 44 years of experience, and is board certified in Sports Medicine. They graduated from Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University, Thomas Jefferson University and is affiliated with Christiana Hospital.

Dr. Axe works at Joseph J Straight in Newark, DE with other offices in Dover, DE. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Axe's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Joseph J Straight
    4745 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 225, Newark, DE 19713 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (302) 738-4600
  2. 2
    Ati Holdings LLC
    211 Executive Dr Ste 11, Newark, DE 19702 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (302) 731-2888
  3. 3
    First State Surgery Center
    1000 Twin C Ln Ste 200, Newark, DE 19713 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (302) 683-0700
  4. 4
    Dover
    737 S Queen St Ste 2, Dover, DE 19904 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (302) 672-7700

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  • Christiana Hospital

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    4.2
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    Jul 08, 2021
    Dr. Axe got to the point and explained what was wrong with my shoulder. He then referred me to his son who will be performing the surgery.
    Dawn Lowe — Jul 08, 2021
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    About Dr. Michael Axe, MD

    Specialties
    • Sports Medicine
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 44 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1578534558
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Harborview Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Medical Center Of Delaware
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University, Thomas Jefferson University
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Bucknell University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Sports Medicine
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Michael Axe, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Axe is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Axe has an average wait time of 10 – 15 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Axe has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    52 patients have reviewed Dr. Axe. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Axe.

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