Priscilla is good with laser! Helped the pain from my knee replacement for a very short period. Paid for weeks and months after surgery for this laser to help alleviate the pain but, long term didn't work. At $75 per week (out of pocket) for 6 months for Duke's negligence, it was a waste of money. Duke refused to help me after surgery. Also, Dr Duke and the staff are always rushing you and very short making you feel like you don't deserve to ask questions. My knee replacement has to be re-done because Dr Duke put in a replacement larger than my knee so, I have an over-hang. After four years of continuous pain after surgery which Duke "sloughed off as my nerve pain", I have to have it replaced again to correct the overhang! The over-hang had to be diagnosed elsewhere because Duke refused to acknowledge his poor surgical replacement. I went to two specialists to confirm the over-hang. I would definitely not recommend his practice or him! Four + years of pain that was and worse after the knee replacement than before because Duke did not fit my knee properly. Think: it could happen to you too! read more

While Dr. Duke has a great reputation as an orthopedic surgeon, when it was my time for a knee replacement, I endured a hellish ordeal. I suffered from severe complications related to the surgery as a result of the complete neglect to my aftercare by Dr. Duke and his staff. I am a healthy 78 year old who is on zero medication. I was sent home from the surgery with orders to take a slew of medication which was the normal protocol. However, since I was not accustomed to medications I was super sensitive to the combination and quantity and was not treated as an individual, but rather as another knee surgery. I ended up with a bleeding stomach ulcer necessitating a blood transfusion and such severe constipation that two days later I was taken to the hospital in an ambulance. I was in severe pain, but no longer able to take pain medication for the duration of my rehab. Dr. Duke never called or came to see me throughout the four days I was in the hospital. I spoke to the nurses, therapists and left messages for him at his office but he did not respond. After I came home from the hospital, I religiously followed his instructions regarding icing and Physical Therapy. My knee seemed to be actually getting redder and worsening as was the extensive pain. But when I reached out to Dr. Duke's staff to report the worsening symptoms, I was told it was a normal part of healing, and that I was only feeling more pain because I was off medication. I was advised to continue the protocol. Not one staff member that Dr. Duke delegated to my care was capable of diagnosing what turned out to be a severe ICE burn. Despite my frequent calls to get an appointment with him personally I was just told that the assistants were always in touch with him and that it wasn't necessary for me to see him. After several months, the wound was getting bigger and more painful and began oozing. Finally, I took a photo and sent it to the office. At that point he still relayed through his assistants a message to stop icing and begin antibiotics. But I couldn't get an appointment to actually see him. When I went to my primary care doctor, he then referred me to an infectious disease/wound care doctor. My wound had advanced to such a dangerous state that I then needed to receive aggressive therapy with IV antibiotics for two weeks. Dr. Duke again showed no interest in my follow up care. He never took responsibility, nor expressed interest for the after effects of the surgical procedure. When I looked at his reviews I found several other patients experienced similar consequences of his 'I'm the greatest surgeon on the planet' attitude. Admittedly, Dr. Duke did a competent job in the actual surgery. But he clearly thinks his job is done the moment he puts down the scalpel. If you have an issue that is not within the average protocol you better find someone else. Dr/ Duke has a great wall of assistants and office staff to spare him from the rigors of attending to his patients for any complications or aftercare. Their rigid protective protocol was negligent when it was most needed. Buyer Beware! read more

So I made an appointment with the office, saw the PA (which they told me I would see first) in June, and she was very pleasant, and thorough. During the x-rays of my knee, she found a "spot" on the knee to be replaced. She immediately got me an appointment for a CT Scan. Thankfully, the results were negative for any cancer. Seeing the Dr on 7/25 for his recommendations. So far pleased, holding reserve on opinion until I speak to him. Appointments are scheduled out far, and yes, Dr Duke does only see potential surgical patients, but the PA's are very good. read more

Dr. Duke saw me once, when deciding whether or not I required a full or partial knee replacement. Surgery went well, and I never saw him again (only the PA's). We pay for a visit with the DR. but you will never see him again unless additional surgery is required. Best to get a more caring physician. read more

Dr. Duke and his staff are excellent medical care providers. They successfully guided me through a torn medial meniscus in my left knee, which was resolved without the necessity of surgery. He is locally known as THE doctor if you're having knee issues of any sort, and I would not hesitate to recommend him for any orthopedic procedure. read more

My left knee replacement in 2014 was much easier than my right hip done in Rome, GA in 2006. The care since then has been excellent. I am now having problems with my right hip and they are treating me with steroid injections given at TimberRidge Imaging here in Ocala. The injections have been very effective so far. I would not consider going to any other orthopedist. This office is THE BEST! THANK YOU TO DR. DUKE AND THE ENTIRE STAFF. read more

I made an appointment to see Dr. Duke regarding a knee problem. However, when I got there I was switched to his PA, Jessica Gomillion. I was disappointed as would not have driven all the way to Ocala to see his assistant. HOWEVER, Jessica Gomilion was EXCELLENT and in the end, I was probably better served to have seen her rather than Dr. Duke. It seems that Dr. Duke spends his time doing surgery and other high income producing things. My guess is that if your problem can't be solved by Jessica, then you get bumped up to Dr. Duke. Bottonline, I was pleased with my appointment and the results. Just be aware that Dr. Duke (like most doctors) runs a factory weeding out the cases so that THE doctor only sees the most seriousand profitable cases. My recommendation.....go see these guys first. read more

Have had both knees replaced by Dr Duke with excellent results. He certainly knows What he is doing. Marion hospital partners with him forming a terrific careing team. read more

This practice is totally discriminatory. We are self pay and offered to pay for our services up front, but they will not schedule an appointment with us unless we have insurance. read more