Ethan W Blackburn , MD
Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Accepting New Patients
4.9 of 5 stars
489 Ratings, 147 Reviews
Indiana University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Hand Surgery, 2013
University of Vermont College of Medicine GME
Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2012
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 2007
University of Vermont College of Medicine
Internship, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2012
4.90 out of 5 4.9 of 5 stars — 489 Ratings, 147 Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Reviewed on 06/26/2026
Good
Reviewed on 06/14/2026
Good experience
Reviewed on 06/11/2026
Dr Blackburn was professional and prompt in his care . Explained my injury and recommended care plan. Answered all my Qs with patience.
Reviewed on 06/06/2026
Professional and personable
Reviewed on 06/05/2026
I was treated by this physician 7 years ago for another problem and had excellent results. This was a visit for treatment of a new problem and I also had excellent treatment this visit.
Professional, explains everything so easily understand. Very kind, and considerate.
Reviewed on 06/02/2026
Dr Blackburn is such a good doctor. He is caring, answers all questions, goes over all previous issues, and really listens. I have recommended him to many people. Those who saw him sing his praises.
Explained xray results & treatment plan & answered all my questions. I did not feel rushed.
Reviewed on 05/29/2026
Dr Blackburn was very professional and clear communication with the diagnosis, treatment options, and long term prognoius.
Reviewed on 05/19/2026
Excellent experience
Excellent
This is terrific care! The BEST!
Reviewed on 05/15/2026
I recommend Dr. Blackburn all the time for anybody having issues with hands or arms. I have been coming to him for years and have full faith than him. He is fantastic!
Reviewed on 05/07/2026
Great
Reviewed on 05/05/2026
This is the best experience I have had with a provider in years.
Professional, knowledgeable & reassuring!
Reviewed on 05/01/2026
Dr. Ethan Blackburn MD is excellent!
Reviewed on 04/19/2026
Excellent experience. After methodical exam, the doctor administered appropriate treatment.
Reviewed on 03/13/2026
Reviewed on 03/07/2026
Dr spoke directly to me and answered my questions. Seemed concerned
Reviewed on 03/03/2026
Would recommend Dr Blackburn
Reviewed on 02/24/2026
Love this office and staff!
Reviewed on 02/21/2026
Dr explained what needed to be done and hopefully it will be taken care of within 2 weeks. Scheduler came in and set up for surgery so I didn't have to wait for them to call me and set it up later.
Reviewed on 02/10/2026
Spent time explaining my injury and told me how long it would take to completely be back to normal. Very nice professional and answered my questions
Reviewed on 02/07/2026
Dr Blackburn is phenomenal. He is always very attentive, cares, and listens to all concerns. He provides all options for treatment and ensures you understand everything.
Dr. Blackburn is great. I'm a nurse so my standards are high. He never appears rushed, he's very good about explaining exactly what's going on, exactly what he plans to do about it, and provides pros and cons without needing to be prompted. One of the best physicians I've interacted with over the years in terms of his apparent caring about and connecting to his patients. I honestly feel like he listens to me, which is rare in Healthcare these days.
Great Doctor
Reviewed on 02/03/2026
I was well pleased with everything. They were very friendly.
I have been a patient of this practice for more than 12 years & I wouldn't consider ever going anywhere else! Dr Goodin, Carly & Laura are the best!! Best experience I have ever had with a medical practice!
Reviewed on 01/28/2026
Very polite and concerning.
Reviewed on 01/27/2026
Dr Blackburn and his staff are consistently friendly, professional, and efficient. I trust his opinions completely.
Super nice and explained so I could understand my options, and what was expected of me
Reviewed on 01/25/2026
All the Staff's bedside manner was great...
Reviewed on 01/23/2026
Well run office. Visit lasted 20-30 minutes.
Dr.Blackburn has been an Excellent professional in every definition of the term
Reviewed on 01/18/2026
Great doctor. Great service
Reviewed on 01/17/2026
Very professional
Reviewed on 01/12/2026
I am very pleased with all my Norton doctors that I see now.
Dr. Blackburn was absolutely the best and so professional!!
Reviewed on 01/10/2026
Dr. Blackburn seemed caring and familiar with my type of problem with my hand.
Amazing physician! Great staff that made the work flow perfectly!!
I seen Dr. Blackburn for all 4 of my hand surgeries. He is a very skilled surgeon and explains my health concerns where I can understand. I would recommend him to anyone
Dr. Blackburn was outstanding to work with!
Reviewed on 01/09/2026
Kind, professional, made to feel comfortable and could speak to him without any anxiety
Reviewed on 01/06/2026
I was about 5 minutes late arriving due to trying to park in the office tower they checked me in in about 3 minutes and right to my room. Thanks!
Reviewed on 01/03/2026
Excellent service provided!
Dr. Blackburn's office staff always seems to run smoothly and on time.
The Dr is great.
Reviewed on 12/23/2025
Dr Blackburn is the best! Always very knowledgeable and professional
Well informed
Reviewed on 12/20/2025
It had snowed the night before and so both of my kids were unexpectedly with me. Everyone showed such kindness and understanding, bringing them toys, sitting with them while I had an x-ray, chatting with the kids. It was really very nice.
Reviewed on 12/19/2025
I was very pleased with the doctor as well as all of the personnel I encountered.
Best hand/arm specialist around!!!
Excellent been seeing him for quite sometime.
Everyone was super nice and respectful
Reviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr Blackburn is a fine physician. He understood my problem quickly, explained options and proceeded with treatment that has made a big difference in my condition. I'm very impressed with him. So glad I made the appointment with him.
The Doctor was very attuned to my condition (could tell he was experienced) and was quick to act on my situation.I was thoroughly impressed with his willingness to address my discomfort on the spot. It made my day and gave me confidence to continue my care with his office.
Reviewed on 12/16/2025
I couldn't ask for a better experience from the Doctor, assistants and front desk personnel that helped me yesterday on my 1st visit.
Love Dr. Blackburn, very exceptional talent
Reviewed on 12/12/2025
Everything was the best it could be.
Very friendly and considerate
Reviewed on 12/09/2025
Dr Blackburns assistant was prompt,kind and most of all was caring!
He's great
Reviewed on 12/07/2025
I think Dr. Blackburn is an excellent physician.
Reviewed on 12/06/2025
This was the most efficient Dr office I have been to.I wish my primary Dr office was this excellent.
I have recommended Dr. Blackburn to my Mother & she loved him. Others too that need a professional, I always recommended Dr Ethan
He has good bedside manner and very knowledgeable about my condition.
Reviewed on 12/04/2025
I have seen Dr.Blackburn about 3 1/2 yrs ago but not at this particular office.
Reviewed on 11/27/2025
I have been to several different ones, but Dr. Blackburn is the best hand doctor I have ever seen, and will always be my first choice. I highly recommend his services.
Reviewed on 11/25/2025
Great demeanor, made me feel at ease, was very forthright; office and medical support staff were all very friendly and welcoming!
Reviewed on 11/24/2025
Dr Blackburn was thorough in his examination and explanation of the diagnosis and management
Reviewed on 11/22/2025
Very knowledgeable and professional
Reviewed on 11/18/2025
Always friendly great experience
Reviewed on 11/11/2025
He took the time to listen to me and explain what he was going to do and if it didn't work what the other options would be he is very patient and very informative I was absolutely 100% satisfied with him and his staff.
Although I was just there for a trigger finger Dr Blackburn explained everything to me before I got the shot. Great visit and I would highly recommend Dr Blackburn.
Reviewed on 11/08/2025
It was a pleasure to work with Dr. Blackburn in reference to my trigger thumb.
Reviewed on 11/04/2025
He was very thorough with my examination.
Reviewed on 11/03/2025
Very professional. I arrived early and was done with my appointment before my appointment time
Reviewed on 11/02/2025
No wait at all
Reviewed on 11/01/2025
Dr Blackburn and his team are so professional, courteous and friendly. I recommend them to anyone who needs a hand specialist.
Reviewed on 10/31/2025
This was the third time seeing Dr. Blackburn and he, staff and all were excellent!
I really liked the doctor and staff. He was informative and a good listener
Very professional and extremely knowledgeable around my issue. Confident, and very friendly.
Reviewed on 10/28/2025
Dr Blackburn and staff are great! Dr listens to you, explains things were you understand !
I was actually seen within minutes of arriving even before my scheduled appointment
Reviewed on 10/25/2025
There were no delays so no one has to inform me of any.
Great person and very informed.
Reviewed on 10/24/2025
Keep up the amazing team work!
He's wonderful
Great.
Reviewed on 10/23/2025
He's a great listener and confirmed what I suspected immediately with the exam. Very down to earth and friendly!
Reviewed on 10/21/2025
Dr Blackburn went above and beyond to get my wrist fracture dealt with quickly.
Reviewed on 10/14/2025
Very informative and easy to speak with.
Reviewed on 10/07/2025
Dr. Blackburn is always attentive and addresses all concerns professionally
Reviewed on 10/04/2025
Very good group of people
Excellent physician-caring,,professional, knowledgeable!
This provider, Dr. Ethan Blackburn, is excellent. He listens to my issue and explains all the information I need in a manner that Is easily understood. His office staff is friendly and efficient. They all treat me with Care and respect. It is a pleasure To visit this office.
Reviewed on 10/03/2025
Amazing care! Very nice team, thorough, Informational, and helpful!
Reviewed on 10/01/2025
Was a good experience!
Reviewed on 09/30/2025
Great respect, friendly and helpful.
Always great staff and Doctor always caring.
Reviewed on 09/28/2025
Great experience!
Good expetience
Reviewed on 09/23/2025
Excellent care.
Great staff and care
Dr. Blackburn is an excellent physician!
Reviewed on 09/20/2025
He was very knowledgeable about my hand problems; listened to all my concerns and was very kind and considerate.
All good
Reviewed on 09/18/2025
DR. BLACKBURN IS BEST IN CLASS
Reviewed on 09/16/2025
Dr. Blackburn explained everything and answered all my questions
Dr. Blackburn is wonderful. He explains everything that could happen during surgery. He has fixed all my trigger fingers. After these two . I have the same two left on the other hand. Hopefully these won't do it.
Reviewed on 09/15/2025
I was very impressed by Dr. Blackburn. He explained the circumstances surrounding my condition and answered questions thoroughly and simply. I was able to get x-rays done and the issue diagnosed in an efficient manner. I appreciate the time he spent educating me.
Reviewed on 09/12/2025
He is friendly and advises on all treatment steps
Reviewed on 09/09/2025
I was early and they took me early. Did not have to wait at all. Extremely friendly, very professional made me feel welcome. My third time in that office and this time the doctor gave me some other options to take care of the problem. I really feel like I chose the right person. For the problem, I have definitely would recommend to anyone needing care with her hand
Reviewed on 09/06/2025
Dr. Blackburn and the staff in the office were all friendly and helpful. We arrived early and were seen before our scheduled appointment time. We needed a referral for a splint made by OT and received a same day appointment/ referral made by the office staff.
Very caring and informative
Very friendly and very nice. Knew his job and felt comfortable sharing it.
Everyone was welcoming, friendly and efficient. Very professional.
Reviewed on 09/05/2025
Excellent service from provider and staff :)
Reviewed on 08/31/2025
Everyone at this office were very courteous and friendly. They answered every question I had. Ihad to have a test done off site and the girl that set that up for me got me the soonest appt avail and apologized several times that ot was out inti november. She was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on 08/30/2025
I like this doctor I be going to him but 10 years
Reviewed on 08/28/2025
Saw Dr Ethan Blackburn for a second opinion regarding a failed and pending surgery with another provider. Dr Blackburn was excellent and I plan to switch to have the surgery with him vs Kleinert Kutz.
Reviewed on 08/25/2025
Dr Blackburn is always very professional and helpful
Reviewed on 08/23/2025
Excellent service by all!
Great Dr and staff
Reviewed on 08/22/2025
Excellent care and attention to my symptoms.
Really like Dr. Blackburn
Dr. Blackburn is amazing and so is his entire clinical staff! They are friendly, knowledgeable, prompt and informative.
Reviewed on 08/21/2025
I was late due to parking problems, and appreciated being seen within a few minutes
Reviewed on 08/19/2025
Excellent experience! The whole team works seamlessly to ensure your time there is well spent, from the initial work up, to X-rays, to the physician consult. Good job!
Reviewed on 08/17/2025
No problem at all
Reviewed on 08/16/2025
He was a recommendation for a 2nd opinion and I am very happy. He will be performing my surgery[...]
I really like him. He's very knowledgeable and confident.
Reviewed on 08/12/2025
I appreciated the promptness with which I was seen and the expeditious manner in which the procedure was effected. Both Dr. Blackburn and his assistant were polite, personable, and efficient. I have had this procedure before, and this time it was less painful. The results of the procedure have been as explained by Dr. Blackburn.
Courteous, professional and well informed about my situation
Great service
Reviewed on 08/10/2025
Atenci?n inmediata, escucho mis interrogantes dando respuesta precisas con exatitud y concomitant, educado, correcto y atento digno de su profesion
Reviewed on 08/09/2025
Very knowledgeable, understanding and friendly
Reviewed on 08/08/2025
Best hand specialist
Caring and concern for my problem
Very kind and knowledgeable
Reviewed on 08/07/2025
Dr. Ethan Blackburn is the best. Very attentive to all my concerns. A very personable and professional Dr.
Reviewed on 08/05/2025
He was very nice and told me it my pain didn't go away after 2 weeks then they would look deeper into the situation
I have recommended Dr. Blackburn to three friends/family and they were all pleased and Impressed with the care they received.
Fast and efficent
Reviewed on 08/03/2025
I was seen before my scheduled appointment. Very impressed
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