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Ross M. Dunbar, MD

Shoulder, Elbow and Hand Orthopedic Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Ross M. Dunbar, MD
Senior Lecturer of Orthopedics at The University of Queensland Medical School - Ochsner Health
4.8 of 5 Stars
Based on 118 Patient Verified Ratings
Languages
  • English
Specialties
  • Shoulder, Elbow and Hand Orthopedic Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Years Practicing
7
Gender
Male

Ross M. Dunbar, MD

Shoulder, Elbow and Hand Orthopedic Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Primary Location
1201 S. Clearview Pkwy
Jefferson, LA 70121
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Biography

Dr. Ross Dunbar is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper-extremity surgery. He is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) and holds a Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Hand Surgery. Dr. Dunbar has a strong interest in the advancement of his field through inspirational teaching and meaningful research. He has numerous peer-reviewed publications. He has also presented at the local, regional and national levels.Dr. Dunbar received his medical degree from Louisiana State University in New Orleans, LA in 2012. He went on to complete his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at Ochsner. He completed his fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the University of Alabama (UAB) in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Dunbar has been on staff at Ochsner since 2018 where he serves as the Director of Quality and Outcomes for the Orthopedic Service Line across the entire Ochsner system.

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Education and Training

Medical School

LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
Field of Study: MD

Residency

Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office
Field of Study: Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship

University of Alabama
Field of Study: Hand Microvascular Upper Extremity Fellowship

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopedic Surgery

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Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews

All patient experience ratings and comments are submitted by Ochsner Health patients through post-care surveys. Only surveys administered by Ochsner Health are displayed, and reviews are confidential to ensure privacy. Not all reviews submitted from patients included a comment.

November 2024

Will always recommend Dr Dunbar he is the BEST

November 2024

All good.

November 2024

Excellent care conversation.

November 2024

Very personable

October 2024

The doctor was perfunctory, but that's probably a symptom of the demads Ochsner makes of him more than his preference for interaction.

October 2024

Excellent

October 2024

Dr. Dunbar was the best. He took the time to review my X-rays and explained what he saw and how he was going to treat it.

September 2024

Dr. Dunbar discussed the X-rays and we talked about steroid injections. He discussed my options of treatment. He asked if I had questions. He's very thorough and professional.

September 2024

Dr Dunbar is the best

August 2024

Dr Dunbar is a terrific communicator and pleasure to work with.

August 2024

The doctor wasn't with me for a long time. But he did answer my questions

August 2024

Very professional

August 2024

Talked about surgery procedure and healing time.

August 2024

Full arm splint needed to be replaced taken in immediately

August 2024

I feel very comfortable dealing with Dr. Dunbar and his staff. They seem to be very knowledgeable and show concern about my needs.

August 2024

The doctor was very clear in his explanations, showed concern, explained options, risks and benefits. Also, clearly asked if I wanted to scheduled the procedure.

July 2024

Dr Dunbar was very caring and addressed my needs

July 2024

All good

June 2024

Excellent

June 2024

Dr Dunbar was very compassionate, I felt that he truly listened and heard me!