Canton-Potsdam Hospital Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Orthopedics • Potsdam, NY

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Canton-Potsdam Hospital Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Canton, NY evaluates and treats a wide range of disorders of the musculoskeletal system. The clinic serves St. Lawrence County and requires an appointment to access services.

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Clinic Type

Orthopedics

Address

6119 State Highway 11, Canton, NY 13617

Phone

315-261-5850

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Opening Hours

By appointment; call for hours of operation

Website

https://www.211cny.com/resource/canton-potsdam-hospital-orthopedics-and-sports-medicine/

Services Offered

Evaluates and treats a wide range of disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

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Eligibility

Individuals with a disorder of the musculoskeletal system

Application Process

Appointment required; call for information

Required Documentation

Call for required documentation

Fees

Call to verify insurance information

What types of disorders does the clinic evaluate and treat?

Evaluates and treats a wide range of disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

Service Area

St. Lawrence County

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

Healthgrades: 68% patient experience rating (hospital overall) (N/A)
U.S. News & World Report: 4/5 (aggregate) (Multiple doctor profiles (e.g., 25-65 reviews per doctor))
Vitals/WebMD: 4.5/5 (17-21 ratings per doctor profile)

Patients praise

Many patients describe surgeons as knowledgeable, friendly, and professional
Praise for surgical expertise, particularly in joint replacement and sports medicine
Positive reports regarding staff courtesy and follow-up care in various instances

Common complaints

Reports of limited appointment availability and long wait times for scheduling procedures
Concerns regarding staff bedside manner or professionalism in some instances
Isolated patient reports of post-surgical complications and dissatisfaction with care outcomes

"He is one of the best ever in his field. Thank you Dr. Kniefel for helping me to be able to walk again."

— Vitals patient review

"Appointment availability is extremely limited. I was waiting on an appointment for a torn rotator cuff just for them to cancel the day of and to reschedule my appointment weeks later."

— LocalityBiz patient review

"Please stay away from him if you want to save your life. The staph had traveled to my bones... I have medications I have to take for the rest of my life."

— Vitals patient review for an orthopedic surgeon at the practice

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026. Own this clinic? Claim or correct this listing.