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Dr. Scott Free, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery*
3.4 (7)
Map Pin Small Kalamazoo, MI
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Scott Free, MD

Dr. Scott Free, MD is a Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Kalamazoo, MI. They specialize in Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery, has 28 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital. Dr. Free, completed a residency at Mi St U/Kalamazoo Center Med Studies. Patients rated Dr. Free an average 3.4 star rating.

Dr. Free works at Bronson Orthopedic & Joint Specialists - John St. in Kalamazoo, MI. They frequently treat conditions like Joint Pain and Limb Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and 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. Free's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Bronson Orthopedic & Joint Specialists - John St.
    601 John St Ste M-424, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (855) 618-2676
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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  • Bronson Methodist Hospital

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Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Meniscectomy
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Arthroscopy
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Hammer Toe
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Patellar Tendonitis
Piriformis Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica
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Tibial Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bunion Surgery
Hammer Toe Repair
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Bunionette
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Impingement
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Morton's Neuroma
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Dislocation
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Runner's Knee
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Dislocation
Snapping Hip
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Achilles Tenotomy
Ankle Arthroscopy
Bone Scan
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Heel Bone Spur Removal
Hip Dislocation
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Lateral Retinaculum Patella Release
McMurray's Test
Meniscus Surgery
Mole Evaluation
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Plantar Fascia Release
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Spinal and Postural Screening
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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    3.4
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    About Dr. Scott Free, MD

    Specialties*
    • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 28 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1932178795
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Mi St U/Kalamazoo Center Med Studies
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Scott Free, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Free is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Free accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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

    Dr. Free works at Bronson Orthopedic & Joint Specialists - John St. in Kalamazoo, MI. View the full address on Dr. Free’s profile.

    Dr. Free has seen patients for Joint Pain and Limb Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Free on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    7 patients have reviewed Dr. Free. The overall rating for this provider is 3.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Free.

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