North Country Orthopaedic Group | Orthopedic Care in Watertown, NY
Orthopedic Surgery • Ogdensburg, NY
About
North Country Orthopaedic Group PC is a private medical practice providing comprehensive orthopedic care in Watertown, NY (with four offices in Watertown). Services cover diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries and diseases, rehabilitation, and physical therapy to restore mobility and support an active, pain-free lifestyle. The practice emphasizes orthopedic specialty care and rehab, led by a small team, and operates from multiple Watertown locations (all at 1571 Washington St, Watertown, NY 13601). Annual revenue is approximately $8.58 million, with around 4 employees. Contact: (315) 782-1650. Website: ncortho.com.
Clinic Type
Orthopedic Surgery
Address
1571 Washington Street, Suite 201, Watertown, NY 13601
Phone
(315) 782-1650
appointments@ncorthogroup.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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FAQs
What is the role of board certification in orthopaedic surgeons?
The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery sets educational benchmarks and assesses initial qualifications and ongoing expertise. Board certification indicates a highly qualified practitioner, reflecting rigorous evaluation and testing.
Do all five surgeons at North Country Orthopaedic Group hold board certification?
All five surgeons either hold board certification or are actively pursuing it through the two-year certification process (board-eligible).
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye: 1 star out of 5 (2 reviews)
Patients praise
- Some patients report positive surgical outcomes and efficient procedures
- Friendly and helpful staff in some interactions
- Thorough explanations of care from providers
Common complaints
- Difficult to reach by phone for appointments or billing inquiries
- Reports of disorganized administrative processes, such as issues with prior authorizations and referrals
- Some patients report long wait times or dissatisfaction with staff responsiveness
"Unprofessional and disorganized. Prior authorizations not being sent when they are supposed to. Do not trust these people."
— MapQuest review"I had carpal tunnel surgery on December 3rd and it couldn't have gone any smoother. The procedure from check in until release was only a couple of hours. There was minimal pain that was easily..."
— MapQuest reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- North Star closing North Country Orthopedic, some services will be retained - North Country Now — Jun 24, 2026
- North Star closing Watertown orthopaedic group & surgery center — Jun 24, 2026
- Karen Fish, PA - Physician Assistant in Watertown, NY — May 14, 2026
- North Country Orthopedic Group lost millions of dollars, says North Star — Jun 30, 2026
- New York system to shutter orthopedic group, ASC - Becker’s Spine Review — Jun 24, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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