Joel Hammond, MD

General Surgery

4.9 out of 5 –

SSM Health Medical Group

1011 Bowles Ave., Suite 425 Fenton, MO 63026

636-496-5080

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Dr. Hammond is board certified in general surgery. He received undergraduate degrees from both DePauw University and Purdue University. He received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Indiana University Hospitals. Dr. Hammond is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

He served as vice-chairman of general surgery at St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital for eight years.

Dr. Hammond takes special interest in laparoscopic operations, including colon and hernia procedures.

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Reviews

Rating Breakdown

Reviews are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score.

Question Breakdown
4.9
Overall Experience
5.0
Listened Carefully
4.9
Explained Things Clearly
4.9
Knew Medical History
4.9
Involved in Care Decisions
5.0
Showed Courtesy & Respect

Patient Reviews

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4.9 out of 5

66 ratings,

23 reviews

6/24/2026

very experienced

6/3/2026

Excellent Doctor

5/27/2026

Excellent surgeon and doctor

5/16/2026

Phenomenal provider. He was kind and gentle. He explained everything in great detail and made sure I understood everything. Day of surgery he was the same.

5/11/2026

Patient care and understanding so evident here. Through instructions before and after surgery, called to check and duening surgery all staff amazing !!!