Daniel Guss, MD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.77707 average rating from 314 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Waltham, MA
- Boston, MA
- Wellesley, MA
Dr. Daniel Guss firmly believes in equipping patients with the latest treatment options and empowering them to choose the path to recovery that is right for them - whether it leads to the Olympics or a stroll with a grandchild.
Dr. Guss earned his BS in molecular biophysics & biochemistry at Yale University before attaining his MD at Harvard Medical School. After a year-long general surgery internship at Mass General, he completed the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, training at Harvard-affiliated hospitals including Mass General, Brigham & Women's Hospital, Boston Children's Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
Dr. Guss' interest in improving the way our healthcare system delivers care to patients led him to spend two years at Harvard Business School pursuing an MBA, after which he completed a year-long fellowship focused on orthopedic foot and ankle disorders at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He also pursued additional training at the Harvard-Mass General Foot and Ankle Surgery fellowship and was selected to participate in the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Traveling Fellowship.
Dr. Guss has a clinical interest in sports-related injuries, minimally-invasive foot and ankle surgery, foot and ankle reconstruction, cartilage, ligament and tendon disorders and orthopedic trauma. He also is actively involved in academic research and teaching, and has lectured internationally on sports-related and traumatic foot and ankle injuries. He has won grants and awards for research from the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, Arthroscopy Association of North America, as well as the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery, and Arthroscopy. He remains committed to furthering the field of foot and ankle surgery through participation and leadership within the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society. He also served as the director of the Mass General Foot & Ankle Surgery Fellowship for many years. In addition, he has been selected for the Venture Incubation Program at the Harvard Business School where he was a finalist for Harvard’s President’s Innovation Challenge.
In his free time, Dr. Guss is an avid downhill skier and has participated in big-mountain ski camps out West. He also enjoys exercising, reading and trying to keep up with his young family.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle, 2014
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, Orthopaedics, 2011
- Internship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Orthopaedics, 2007
- Medical Education: Harvard University School of Public Health, 2006
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
- Hebrew
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.77707 average rating from 314 reviews
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I saw Dr. Guss for my toe. He was personable knowledgeable and caring.
2026-08-07
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Very Pleased with Dr. Guss
2026-08-06
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Dr. Guss was very intelligent, very skilled, very well trained, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone. It was a terrific experience all the way around.
2026-08-06
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Dr Guss was exceptional
2026-07-29
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I am a long-term patient of Dr. Guss and very much appreciate his approach, his unbalanced approach and would recommend him highly.
2026-07-30
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Dr. Guss was prepared, upbeat, knowledgeable, informative, and a good listener. He instilled confidence with the plan and the prognosis.
2026-07-24
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Dr. Guss and all the staff who attended to me were extremely kind and respectful.
2026-07-20
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This was the best experience I've had with a healthcare team. Everyone was very prepared for a last minute appointment. I was able to receive x-rays, results, and a cast in under 1.5hrs. Everyone was very attentive to my questions and medical history. Cannot recommend this location and provider team enough!
2026-07-18
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Dr Guss and his staff were extremely knowledgeable and offered explanations that I could easily understand. They were pleasant and kind. Top tier professionals. [redacted]
2026-07-16
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Good experience helpful
2026-07-15
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This provider is exceptionally competent. He took the cast off & provided me with an ankle brace so that I could "learn to walk again." And I have. I now even walk without a walker, and 98% of the time no cane. He answered questions related to the cause of my break, that my knee buckled. The most important one was that I do not need a knee replacement [redacted]
2026-07-15
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This was my first visit with Dr. DAniel Guss. I found him to be professional, easy to talk with, informative and willimg to addrerss all of my questions and concerns. I would highly recommend DR. Guss to anyone in need of a foot and ankle specialist
2026-07-15
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Very good experience. Explained why I needed so many x-rays. Provided me with the proper foot support, (walking boot) besides an ace bandage and open toe shoe with no support. Actually, looked at my foot and asked where it hurt. Observed me waling on the foot.
2026-07-07
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He was very understanding of my situation. He made me feel comfortable and explained what I needed to do as treatment for the next 6 to 8 weeks.
2026-07-02
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Dr. Guss was very nice but didn't spend much time looking at my foot at all and was very nonchalant about the injury. Friendly but didn't provide much information as far as guidelines on what I could and couldn't do.
2026-07-01
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Pleasant experience! Dr, Guss and his assistant was very professional, respectful and helpful.
2026-06-27
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Dr Guss inspired confidence with his responsiveness, communication and care.
2026-06-25
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Dr. Guss was excellent. My issue was minor but had been misdiagnosed earlier; he recognized immediately what the problem was and fixed it quickly and with good humor.
2026-06-24
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Very professional.
2026-06-23
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I was quite nervous about getting to an appropriate doctor for my break and I have been floored by the kindness, expertise, clarity, and thoughtfulness I have received from every person at the practice. Time will tell on how I recover, but once I got into see Dr.Guss, I couldn't have asked for a better more responsive experience.
2026-06-21
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He is very friendly and listened to what I had to say.
2026-06-20
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It is a great environment and a terrific doctor and staff.
2026-06-16
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The experience with the doctor was outstanding.
2026-06-15
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Excellent care Provider
2026-06-13
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My experience with this practice and provider were amazing! From check in to check out, everything went smoothly, efficiently. I really felt like my concerns were addressed, needs taken care of and follow up appointments scheduled in the most convenient way for my needs. Dr. Guss was great. he REALLY listened to what I had to say and that is greatly appreciated in a healthcare provider. [redacted]
2026-06-13
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Dr. Guss was thorough and explaining all options available for my visit
2026-06-11
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Dr, Guss was extremely knowledgeable and personable. He listened to my situation and thoughtfully explored possible solutions to my very complex foot issues. I never felt rushed or ignored.
2026-06-08
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Dr. Guss was kind, knowledgable, and empathetic towards my anxiety. Our discussion regarding the recovery timeline was vague, and I wish we had more time to talk specifics as this is my first time managing a broken bone.
2026-06-06
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Dr. Guss was great. He spent a lot of time with me and he really explained everything well. He had lots of questions and he sat and just talked to me for a while and got to know me and my lifestyle and what was going on. I felt very well cared for. I thought it was a great experience.
2026-06-05
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This provider that I went to, it was the first time I went to him. He was more than courteous. He gave me all the information I needed in a very succinct way. I was more than pleased. In fact, I would rate him number 11 if I had 1 to 10. He was caring, as I said. I was uncomfortable going in with my foot and very comfortable leaving. Thank you.
2026-06-03
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I felt very heard and understood by Dr. Guss and his recommendation for an orthotic insert was exactly what I needed!
2026-05-24
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He is an excellent doctor and he went above and beyond my expectations.
2026-05-24
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Dr Guss thoroughly reviewed my medical history as well as my current medical event. With 2 injuries to the same foot, my was concern was high. He was able to easily explain my injury, and calm my concerns.
2026-05-24
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Knowledgeable, helpful, understanding
2026-05-23
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This was great service for a bad problem. There has been a noticeable improvement in customer care at this office over the last 5 years and they are now outstanding.
2026-05-26
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Provider KNEW me and that was a nice experience.
2026-05-17
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Dr. Guss was very helpful in allowing me to understand that it was going to be harder because of my MS diagnosis to try and figure out balancing versus non-weight bearing and he gave me great suggestions and I was able to follow through and I think that my foot will be healed soon. Thank you.
2026-05-15
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Dr Guss was very good. Explained course of treatment and set up follow up
2026-05-09
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Dr Guss explained ankle problem thoroughly and was kind and knowledgeable!
2026-05-06
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The MD was knowledgeable, helpful, and great at telling me how to care for my injury. He was curious about my medical history - to make sure my bone health was good - and he was personable and funny. I had a very good experience with this provider and with the facility.
2026-05-08
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From my first appointment, through surgery and post op care he remained professional, courteous and a very good listener. I am fortunate to have Dr. Guss as my surgeon. I recommend him without reservation knowing that each patient will receive the very best care.
2026-05-04
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I thought Dr. Guss was very thorough and explained things clearly. He also kept my intentions in mind.
2026-05-04
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Dr. Guss and his staff were excellent. I was incredibly impressed with the subject matter knowledge, communication, standard of care, and how quickly they responded and scheduled everything.
2026-04-22
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Outstanding Physician.
2026-04-19
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Dr Guss was very professional, explained things very carefully so I understood the diagnosis. He allowed time for all my questions. I would definitely recommend Dr Guss to friends and family
2026-04-15
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Hi there. Dr. Guss was very attentive and personable, but unfortunately we never looked at my x-rays together. I will reach out to him about that. But yes, very personable. Okay.
2026-04-16
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Care was exceptional.
2026-04-15
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Glad he fixed my ankle
2026-04-12
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I very much appreciated that this doctor evaluated both my feet and gave me an honest appraisal so I could consider what my options are and make the best choice. I especially appreciate that he factored in that I have small fiber neuropathy, which no other doctor I've been to about my feet has seemed to understand. And furthermore, this doctor was respectful of the fact that I choose that shoes that might not be the best option. But are they only kind that I can tolerate because of my neuropathy.
2026-04-11
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Dr. Guss was professional, warm, knowledgeable, and very attentive.
2026-04-10
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Great experience, knowledgeable and kind
2026-04-08
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The doctor was very knowledgeable, answered all my questions and I felt very comfortable proceeding with the operation.
2026-04-08
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The provider was calm, efficient, pleasant, made the experience of my visit very good, very worthwhile, and my injury healed faster than I expected.
2026-03-27
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Dr. Daniel Guss and his team delivered world class customer service. Outstanding!!!
2026-03-25
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Great experience. Timely, professional and to the point
2026-03-24
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Dr. Guss came very highly recommended, but my experience was exceptional. It was nice that what I heard from a recommendation matched my experience. I would recommend him 100% at the time.
2026-03-20
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Dr. Guss (and his medical assistant) have always treated me with utmost respect and given me the information I needed about my progress post surgery and expectations for my continued healing. Always a pleasure to meet with him - especially in the Wellesley office as parking and efficiency of the practice.
2026-03-19
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Dr. Guss was clear about the diagnosis and about the treatment plan. I simply recommend his confidence as an orthopedist.
2026-03-19
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Honest,and very knowledgeable about my condition. I felt very happy about this doctor..[redacted]
2026-03-19
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Dr. Guss went above and beyond helping me with my foot issue and even went beyond expectations because I'm a skier and he had in-depth knowledge about things that I needed about my ski boots. Above and beyond and gave me some ideas and thoughts and recommendations. Thank you.
2026-03-13
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Dr. Guss got me into an appointment very quickly after I broke my ankle. I was very impressed with his bedside manner and that he got me in so fast. Then he proceeded to get my blood work, my x-ray, my CAT scan, and my appointment for surgery all within the next week. I was very grateful to have met Dr. Guss, and I was very grateful and appreciate the fact that he did everything so quickly and so professionally.
2026-03-09
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Hi, I was really impressed with both Dr. Guss's PA and his, and Dr. Guss. In fact, I found the whole department wonderful. Oh, sorry, I think I'm dictating and I'm not, so forget the periods. I found my appointment, I was very fortunate. I had an accident and I was able to get in the same day, probably due to a cancellation. And I was thrilled with the foot and ankle center. I'd never been there before. I found the experience very, very positive. I found everyone to be professional, very helpful, very reassuring, and that's all I need to say. Thank you. Bye.
2026-03-09
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He is Awesome
2026-03-08
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I was very pleased with the care that I have gotten and am still receiving from Dr. Guss. I feel that he's very informative. He keeps me as a patient up to date with what's happening. So I'm very, very thankful. I also think he's very personable as a physician. Thank you.
2026-03-06
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Excellent communicator. Explained everything clearly and made me feel much better about my fractures. Straight forward answers regarding pain and longer recovery regarding walking and stairs. Dr. Guss has a wonderful kind manner and a great sense of humor. Am very grateful I was able to get an earlier appointment than the one I had.
2026-03-04
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Dr Guss was great. Very involved, helped search for solution, very thorough
2026-03-05
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Everyone was thorough, compassionate, and professional. Nurses and Dr. Guss both followed up independently the day of my discharge to check in. All in all, everyone provided a truly exceptional standard of care in every respect.
2026-02-27
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Dr Guss explained everything completely and was genuinely interested in our concerns.
2026-02-16
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Excellent surgeon Explained everything clearly Friendly manner
2026-02-15
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Excellent provider, excellent service. Very happy.
2026-02-09
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I COULD HAVE NOT ASKED FOR BETTER AS A DOCTOR AND PERSON. HE IS KNOWLEDGEABLE AND I PUT MY TRUST IN HIM.
2026-02-07
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Very pleasant. Was very informative with the options I had. Would highly recommend Dr. Guss and office
2026-02-07
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Very knowledgeable long memory the last time I saw him was in [redacted] and remembered a lot about me and my case truly appreciate it
2026-02-05
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I had an exceptional experience with Dr. Daniel Gus on consult after my Newton-Wellesley hospitalization. He was courteous, professional, overall excellent.
2026-02-05
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Grateful for the quick appointment.
2026-02-04
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This provider did not remember my current medical history or the status of my recovery, did not listen to my explanation of a new injury and interrupted me, went off track, and ultimately I left with more questions than I started with and did not really alleviate my concerns [redacted]. I also found the provider not very clear on how much time to rest and had to ask several times in order to get an amount of time. [redacted]
2026-01-28
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Daniel was nice and polite and professional and all. And he did explain his point clearly which I understood. However, I don't think he took time to understand my concerns and took my words quite lightly and seems like just trying to get over with the appointment asap. So even though the appointment was smooth and professional, I don't think it's helpful and did not address my concern either.
2026-01-21
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Came prepared with my background and info from Walk In Ortho Clinic previous week. Reviewed issues with me, listened well, seemed very interested and empathetic for my complicated issues.
2026-01-21
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Great
2026-01-17
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Dr Guss was great surgeon. Have already recommended him to others.
2026-01-14
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The doctor did a very good job explaining how my foot got broken and what to do. Thank you.
2026-01-15
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Before, during and after the injury which Dr Guss attended to, I felt totally taken care of. When I called about a DVT concert I was scheduled for an Ultrasound within a day or 2. I would recommend Dr. Guss and his team without exception!
2026-01-14
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Dr. Guss was an outstanding physician. I very much appreciated his service. He was professional, warm, patient, thoughtful, and I felt that he really worked with me in a way that left me feeling heard and valued. I would not hesitate to refer a family member or friend to him.
2026-01-08
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I was impressed by the number of professionals I met with. Great job!
2026-01-04
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He seemed to have made a decision prior to talking to me. He appeared brusque and condescending at times [redacted]
2026-01-07
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Listens and addresses all concerns and questions. Had good sense of humor too. [redacted]
2025-12-29
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I was so grateful for they way he cared for me, he did not sit looking at the computer, he focussed on me and my husband. He was so thorough and thoughtful and considerate and I greatly appreciated his expertise
2025-12-22
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Dr. Guss was extremely easy to talk with. He explained my foot problem with details I could understand. He was friendly and very approachable. I would recommend him to anyone who needs orthopedic care.
2025-12-21
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Dr Guss was very easy to relate to.
2025-12-21
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I appreciate very much his thoroughness and the skill with which he worked on my foot. And so, to cause me practically no discomfort, he gave me solutions for supporting me in the future. And overall, the person that assisted him was wonderful, also. It was a great experience, and I appreciated it tremendously. And a vote of confidence for this doctor and his future. Thank you.
2025-12-15
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Dr. Guss is very thorough, detailed, and quick. Quick in a matter that you don't feel like you're rushed. He will entertain any question you have and provide his professional feedback as available and give you the opportunity to ask questions and then at the end always leaves it an open-ended that if anything comes up, reach out to him through his office and you can go from there.
2025-12-12
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He is lovely. His whole team is lovely and kind.
2025-12-11
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Outstanding
2025-12-11
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Dr.Guss was exceptional!!
2025-12-11
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He was great and very helpful
2025-12-03
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He was excellent.
2025-12-01
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I was incredibly impressed with Dr. Guss. He was kind and thoughtful. I feel very confident that I will be getting the best care possible from him and all of the people associated with this practice.
2025-11-30
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Took his time to listen and explain my situation.
2025-11-29
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Referrals
2025-11-27
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Overall very good.
2025-11-23
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Explained my condition and some options moving forward. We agreed on a conservative first step approach and helped set that up.
2025-11-22
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He was very kind however the care was lacking. I left more confused than before my appointment. I felt very rushed and as if my injury wasn't important because it wasn't as serious as others. He didn't even listen to my lengthy history of injuries on the ankle I went in for. Simply didn't care because I wasn't a surgical case. [redacted]
2025-11-21
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Both Dr. Guss and resident Dr. [redacted] were personable, helpful, attentive, professional, and friendly.
2025-11-13
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Dr. Guss was the best possible surgeon for my condition. He was a complete professional and always explained things clearly and simply. He was a blessing for my healing process.
2025-11-07
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He was great
2025-11-06
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Knowledgeable, related, helpful
2025-11-06
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I had an excellent experience. Dr. Guss was extremely helpful, listened well, and offered tremendous advice. One small point: the staff should ask whether I have imaging before they prep me for X-rays; I didn't need X-rays but they didn't give me a chance to mention that. But that was a very small point. Top-notch visit.
2025-11-05
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Dr. Daniel Guss just decided to disagree with me when I told him I needed paperwork to be filled out for my job.
2025-11-05
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Outstanding in every way.
2025-11-03
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I found the office and my visit very helpful and very respectful and very professional. I felt that Dr. Guss was very thorough as well as a resident who was very thorough and both were good listeners and were careful to explain everything that I needed to know.
2025-10-31
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Class operation in an excellent facility.
2025-11-01
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A+ experience. There was a quick diagnosis. A quick ability to get some extra testing done. A quick abilty to schedule surgery and a very supportive team along the way.
2025-10-27
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Dr Guss was excellent!!!
2025-10-27
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5 stars!
2025-10-26
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Just wish explain my situation
2025-10-25
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Dr Guss listened, was clear, and compassionate. I feel fully confident in his ability to take care of my surgery.
2025-10-25
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This was a very successful visit. The doctors were personable and efficient.
2025-10-11
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I was see by three people: 1) I guess a "nurse" who got basic information. 2. A resident and a student who interviewed me and checked out my ankle; 3) Dr. Guss with the resident and the student. This was great. More brains the better. I was really pleased with everyone's awareness of what I had been through prior to this meeting. They had all studied my case before seeing me. This is hugely appreciated.
2025-10-08
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[redacted]. When I saw Dr. Guss at the next appointment, he listened to all my concerns and answered any questions clearly concerning my issues and surgery. Dr. Guss was professional and personable.
2025-10-01
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Professional, knowledgeable, curious, understanding.
2025-10-01
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Listened carefully to my narrative of how my injury occurred. Explained the nature of healing bones and how it applied to me. Knowledgeable with a sense of humor.
2025-09-21
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Excellent care!
2025-09-21
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Excellent care
2025-09-14
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I thought he was very knowledgeable and ordered the correct test that was needed to be done for his diagnosis.
2025-09-13
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Excellent
2025-09-11
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I had a very pleasant visit and decided to go with him on my surgery on site.
2025-09-11
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