Joseph Lifrak MD

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Joseph Lifrak, MD

Specialties:

Orthopedics / Sports Medicine

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About Joseph Lifrak

Dr. Lifrak graduated cum laude with departmental honors in biology from Tulane University in New Orleans. He then earned his medical degree at the Brown University School of Medicine in Providence.

Dr. Lifrak completed a surgical internship and orthopedic residency at Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital. He then completed an orthopedic trauma fellowship at Rhode Island Hospital and a knee reconstruction/sports medicine fellowship at the Jewett Orthopedic Clinic in Winter Park, Fla.

He is a member and past president of the Rhode Island Orthopedic Society. His clinical interests are focused on sports medicine and knee reconstruction, including total knee replacements, ACL surgery and knee arthroscopy.

Dr. Lifrak is also active in the Providence College athletic programs, with specific responsibility as the team orthopedic physician for Providence Friars Ice Hockey team.

Locations

Practicing at the following locations:

Southcoast Physicians Group Orthopedics & Orthopedic Surgery

300 C Faunce Corner Road
Dartmouth, MA 02747

P: 508-973-2211
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Southcoast Physicians Group Orthopedics & Orthopedic Surgery

479 Swansea Mall Drive
Swansea , MA 02777

P: 508-973-2211
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Southcoast Physicians Group Orthopedics & Orthopedic Surgery

1076 North Main St
Providence, RI 02904

P: 508-973-2211
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Insurances Accepted

Southcoast accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.

Provider Ratings

Rating	Willingness to recommend provider’s office	Overall Provider Experience	Courtesy and Respect of Staff
4.9	4.9	4.9	5

Patient Comments (103)

At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.

Jan 31, 25
Verified Patient

Dr. Lifrak is top notch. You can barely see my scar from my knee replacement.
Jan 31, 25
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrak did an excellent job on my surgery and follow up. Everyone on his office staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Jan 30, 25
Verified Patient

Everything is perfect no changes needed
Jan 27, 25
Verified Patient

Dr. lifrak the best. Very caring, patient and knowledgeable. He's the best
Jan 24, 25
Verified Patient

everything sooth and on time
Jan 24, 25
Verified Patient

He was polite. Attentive. Answered all questions.
Jan 22, 25
Verified Patient

The doctor was very informative and very good to me I would highly recommend him
Jan 10, 25
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrak and staff are awesome. Very caring
Jan 9, 25
Verified Patient

The appointment was great. As soon as I got in, I was seen by a receptionist. I only sat a few minutes and waited. Everything was clean. The bathrooms were clean. Everything was terrific. The doctor saw me in timely fashion. He was very, very nice, personable, and I have nothing to complain about. I'm going to see him again in six weeks and schedule some surgery. He's a solid ten in my book. Thank you. Bye. 1
Jan 8, 25
Verified Patient

Always a promt and courtes in the whole office
Jan 8, 25
Verified Patient

My doctor was great, the people there were great. It was a great experience.
Jan 8, 25
Verified Patient

Explained medical diagnosis to my understanding. Dr Lifrak was very empathetic to my situation and made recommendations. He is an asset to your organization.
Jan 6, 25
Verified Patient

Options are always given by Dr Lifrak. He never tells what I should do, he gives me options. Previously operated on my right and left meniscus. Dr. listens!
Dec 19, 24
Verified Patient

The best painless knee surgery-one year now-was there for my annual checkup. Personable staff and Dr as well as a seamless appt schedule.
Dec 19, 24
Verified Patient

Appointment was on time!
Dec 18, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Joseph Lifrak, Has always been a caring Doctor. I followed him from Cumberland RI. I live in Uxbridge Just to have his skill. I know I feel safe in his answers of my care. It's not the dollar its not what the insurance will do. Its knowing my knee is taken care of the best way. Thank You to his Staff and Most of all to Dr. Lifrak.
Dec 17, 24
Verified Patient

Very well. People in there are very nice. The receptionist, the nurse, and of course Dr. Lifrak is a wonderful doctor.
Dec 12, 24
Verified Patient

always listen to me
Dec 12, 24
Verified Patient

Service was timely professional and compassionate
Dec 12, 24
Verified Patient

Staff was very efficient and friendly.
Dec 12, 24
Verified Patient

I don't think there was anything that could have been done to improve my experience with Dr. Lifrak's office. The front window staff were outstanding. The nurses, the techs, the x-ray tech were absolutely outstanding. And Dr. Lifrak himself gave me every confidence in the world that he could fix my problem and it was just an all-around excellent experience. I actually made an appointment two days later with another provider and canceled it after my visit with Dr. Lifrak. So to me that says millions. Thank you and Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
Dec 12, 24
Verified Patient

Dr. Found source of my problem on my first visit and that gives me comfort of knowing that I am in good hands with his services.
Dec 10, 24
Verified Patient

Dr. Lifrak is the best!! He takes time to answer all questions. He really cares about his patients. I find that the ENTIRE staff is always friendly and helpful and make your visit a pleasure.
Dec 7, 24
Verified Patient

staff is courteous and friendly. Doctor listens carefully and explains things very well
Dec 6, 24
Verified Patient

Dr was in and out in 5 minutes. Didn't do as much as a thorough exam as I anticipated. I didn't feel heard.
Dec 5, 24
Verified Patient

I left the Dr. Lifrak's office with a shot of cortisone for my immediate discomfort, a plan to go for PT, a follow-up in March, and a progression of steps that I may need to follow in the future. That is exactly what I was looking for. I was very pleased with my appointment. Thank you.
Nov 25, 24
Verified Patient

Wait time is always good. Staff courteous and helpful. Dr. Lifrak treats me as if I was his only patient. Always has a future plan for my medical needs. Very satisfied!
Nov 24, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrak was great!!
Nov 23, 24
Verified Patient

The long wait to have the surgery was disappointing. Dr. Lifrak and his team were terrific throughout the process. I look forward to a return to normal very soon thanks to my care team.
Nov 21, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrak did my left knee, total replacement in 2020. It is perfect. I have recommended many of my friends to Dr. Lifrak and they are equally pleased. I will be scheduling total knee replacement in my right knee in the near future and I am fully confident with Dr. Lifrak that it will be a success.
Nov 20, 24
Verified Patient

I had a great visit all around
Nov 16, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrak is the best and the appointment is on time and is a very efficient process. He takes time to explain things and is the best orthopedic physician in my book.
Nov 15, 24
Verified Patient

This was my first visit with Dr. Lifrak, but I could tell that he had made himself familiar with my medical/surgical history. He was honest with me about what I may have to go through and got the ball rolling in respect to what may be required.
Nov 15, 24
Verified Patient

Timely and efficient
Nov 15, 24
Verified Patient

This doctor knows what he's doing! His staff is very good! These are my priorities!
Nov 14, 24
Verified Patient

Staff is very helpful in preparations for me and Doc.
Nov 10, 24
Verified Patient

Everything was completely done in a timely fashion
Nov 7, 24
Verified Patient

Was happy the was up to date on my other medical condition and how it affected how he could and could not treat me
Oct 24, 24
Verified Patient

It is always a positive experience at Southcoast Orthopedics Swansea office.
Oct 17, 24
Verified Patient

Always a great experience with Dr Lifrak
Oct 16, 24
Verified Patient

Provider very professional
Oct 12, 24
Verified Patient

It went well
Oct 10, 24
Verified Patient

Listening skills excellent, answers all my questions . Very kind and sympathetic, he is an asset to your organization!!
Oct 9, 24
Verified Patient

Explained my options and treatment options
Oct 9, 24
Verified Patient

Listens and understand
Oct 5, 24
Verified Patient

very fast and staff was attentive and kind.
Oct 5, 24
Verified Patient

Timely, informative medical care
Oct 4, 24
Verified Patient

Easy to talk to. Good communication.
Oct 3, 24
Verified Patient

Dr. Lifrak and staff are wonderful and caring.
Oct 2, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrak is extremely attentive, a very good listener.
Oct 1, 24
Verified Patient

Every person at this office was prompt, courteous, and informed of my condition. They were courteous and efficient and a pleasure to deal with. An amazing Physicians appointment experience.
Sep 27, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrack is very kind. Very informative and is there for his patients first.
Sep 27, 24
Verified Patient

I have no complaints. The girls at the desk, very nice, and Dr Lifrak is great
Sep 19, 24
Verified Patient

Excellent care . Can't ask for better
Sep 18, 24
Verified Patient

Office is great- Dr Lifrak is kind, compassionate- he listens he offers advice/alternatives- gives his best medical/professional opinion and follows through!
Sep 12, 24
Verified Patient

Dr. Lifrack and his staff are always accommodating, make me feel heard, and treat me accordingly.
Sep 12, 24
Verified Patient

They provided all the options for the care of my injury and hit it with a score of 100 percent fixed it in a timely manner
Sep 6, 24
Verified Patient

Everything! Friendly, efficient and timely!!
Sep 6, 24
Verified Patient

Always very professional and very helpful.
Sep 4, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrak is the best. Honest, quick, and slows down when you ask a question.
Sep 3, 24
Verified Patient

Reception was pleasant, waiting time short, and the treatment is working. They hit the ball right out of the park. Thank you
Aug 30, 24
Verified Patient

Conversation was positive, informative and upbeat
Aug 29, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrac is an excellent provider and his staff are compassionate and helpful.
Aug 22, 24
Verified Patient

Staff very courteous, professional. Listened to my concerns
Aug 21, 24
Verified Patient

This office was professional and treated me kindly
Aug 9, 24
Verified Patient

It all went well.
Aug 8, 24
Verified Patient

Friendly , no wait , very knowledgeable physician, explained everything extremely well. Very fortunate that we have Dr lifrak at south coast !
Aug 2, 24
Verified Patient

I don't make it a habit to recommend medical or financial professionals to my friends or family.However, in my opinion, this practice is near perfect.
Aug 2, 24
Verified Patient

No waiting. Entertained my granddaughter. Dr. Lifrak was current with my health for the past year&!
Aug 1, 24
Verified Patient

Visit was on time, efficient and everyone at the office was wonderful!
Jul 31, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrak was very knowledgeable and personable
Jul 30, 24
Verified Patient

The doctor understood the problem and offered a plan to help relieve the pain.
Jul 29, 24
Verified Patient

Excellent staff ! Dr Lifrsk excellent
Jul 26, 24
Verified Patient

Dr. Lifrak and the staff at Southcoast Orthopedics were very helpful and direct in communicating with me about my condition. Would recommend this facility and the providers there to anyone.
Jul 25, 24
Verified Patient

Visit was amazing , very friendly staff, Doctor was attentive & listened to all I asked & said. This was best choice I have made picking Dr Lifrak.
Jul 21, 24
Verified Patient

I wish the wait from the time I saw the doctor until I got the actual knee replacement was not so long.
Jul 21, 24
Verified Patient

Very pleased with the whole
Jul 18, 24
Verified Patient

I have never had to wait more than 5 minutes to be seen after checking in! In and out!!!
Jul 18, 24
Verified Patient

Everyone was pleasant and accommodating
Jul 18, 24
Verified Patient

I don't think anything could have went any better. The staff, the receptionist, to Dr. Lifrak, they were all just the best. I highly recommend them to anybody. Best experience ever.
Jul 15, 24
Verified Patient

I was seen on-time. The physician was courteous, curious and attentive. He explained all procedures, my prognosis and diagnosis, X-Ray findings and the treatment plan clearly. Excellent bedside manner.
Jul 11, 24
Verified Patient

Everyone I met was friendly and attentive to my needs!
Jul 1, 24
Verified Patient

Outstanding reception.Dr. Lifrak very professional, caring, concerned. Listened intently.
Jun 28, 24
Verified Patient

Explains everything about the procedure. There is no pain. Happy about that
Jun 27, 24
Verified Patient

Office staff friendly and helpful! Dr. Lifrak was has my respect in helping me with my problem. Very personable and gave me all the time I needed.
Jun 26, 24
Verified Patient

I haven't ever had a complaint at this office. Feel very comfortable and appreciate the service provided by all of the staff.
Jun 19, 24
Verified Patient

Dr lifrak is the best!
Jun 6, 24
Verified Patient

Great doctor and office staff
Jun 6, 24
Verified Patient

Personable and professional staff.
May 28, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Lifraack address my knee issues which allow for a better health and movements in my life daily
May 27, 24
Verified Patient

This is a well organized and managed office. Everyone is kind and explains what is happening.
May 15, 24
Verified Patient

good dr
May 12, 24
Verified Patient

The care and concern for my wellbeing was excellent.Thank You
May 9, 24
Verified Patient

All done in a professional manner
May 9, 24
Verified Patient

Everything was great and everybody was very professional .
May 8, 24
Verified Patient

As soon as you enter the office, you are greeted promptly and with a smile. The wait time to see Dr Lifrak is usually less than five or 10 minutes. He listens to your health issues, talks about possible mitigations, is professional, caring and extremely knowledgeable. It's just a pleasant place to go for healthcare.
May 4, 24
Verified Patient

Dr. L was sensitive to my needs...friendly in a totally professional manner..knew exactly what my needs were..very informative!! He wished me great health and shoke my hand.
May 3, 24
Verified Patient

Received with respect and dignity -and knowledge.
May 1, 24
Verified Patient

Good manners ,thorough, and very explainable
Apr 30, 24
Verified Patient

Fabulous care. Thank you.
Apr 26, 24
Verified Patient

Dr Lifrak is amazing doctor. He is beyond pleasant and knowledgeable and I feel well cared for during the visits. His Swansea staff are welcoming and helpful.
Apr 25, 24
Verified Patient

The staff was professional and courteous. The provider was attentive and answered all my questions. A pleasant experience.
Apr 24, 24
Verified Patient

Great office visit

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