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Dr. Bret Kean, MD

Dr. Bret Kean, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Bret Kean, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Portland, OR and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kean has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Providence Milwaukie Hospital and Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

6542 SE Lake Rd Ste 201 Portland, OR 97222

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kean is affiliated with Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center Gresham, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kean specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Kean's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kean

3.7

32 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
59%
59%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
28%
28%

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What went well
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What could be improved
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1 person found this helpful
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mike cypret – Jul 20, 2024
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 01, 2023
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What could be improved
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Jul 11, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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WishHealthCareWasBetter – Jul 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 28, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 11, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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TJ Reilly – Nov 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 20, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Portland, OR – Oct 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Portland, OR – Dec 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Don in Oregon City, OR – Oct 10, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Milwaukie, OR – May 27, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Milwaukie, OR – Jan 10, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Alex in Happy Valley, OR – Dec 21, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Kean is committed to excellence in the care of shoulder and knee problems. He employs the most current arthroscopic and open surgical techniques to manage a wide spectrum of shoulder and knee disorders. The compassionate and competent care of patients is one of his primary missions.

biography

Dr. Bret T. Kean is a member of the Active Attending Staff at Providence Milwaukie Hospital and Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center.  Fellowship-trained in Orthopedic Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy, Dr. Kean is able to offer his patients techniques...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Thomas Jefferson University

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Paul D. Ruesch MD PC6542 SE Lake Rd Ste 201 Portland, OR 97222
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Practice

Office25050 SE Stark St Ste 301 Gresham, OR 97030
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center24800 SE Stark St Gresham, OR 97030
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Milwaukie Hospital

    10150 SE 32nd Ave
    Milwaukie, OR 97222

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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  • Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center

    24800 SE Stark St
    Gresham, OR 97030
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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