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Dr. Matthew Poulsen, MD

Dr. Matthew Poulsen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Matthew Poulsen, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Orem, UT and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mountain View Hospital and Lone Peak Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Locations

Elite Orthopedics

Elite Orthopedics980 E 800 N Ste 104 Orem, UT 84097
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Poulsen is affiliated with Mountain View Hospital Payson, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Poulsen specializes in the area of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Poulsen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Poulsen

4.6
27 ratings, 8 with a written review
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4 star
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Magnifient results, one of the doctors I like the best--compassionate and highly skilled Would recommend to anyone, especially for knees and shoulders. He did both surgeries the same day and I recovered so well that I was on the tennis court in 6 weeks!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kristie Harker – May 19, 2021
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Its been 3 yrs since my simple scope that Poulsen promised I would recover form in 3 months - and it does not look like I will ever recover. I not upset about an accident. I'm upset that he pushed this crazy expensive topical antinflamitory that my insurance (DMBA) would not cover as the only option I and as if he was in the patent owner's pocket. Im upset that pre-op he had is sale game on but post op he cast me aside and completely blew off my concerns in subsequent visits. I have made my share of mistakes in life by allowing Poulsen to cut on me could be the worst. And as if I didn't already know what Poulsen and the office thinks of post-op patients, DMBA rejected a ~$100 of the coverage nearly 18 months after the fact. They never even bothered to contact me and let me know about the unpaid portion and turned me into collections!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 05, 2020
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Absolutely skilled in his specialties, hobbled into his office, walked out pain free after treatment, for a year+! Cannot recommend him enought!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Steve Johnson – Jul 01, 2020
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Dr. Poulsen is absolutely outstanding. He’s one of the best doctors we’ve known. He’s very smart and a gifted surgeon. We’ve known lots of friends and family who’ve had surgery with Dr. Poulsen with the best outcomes. He’s helped my shoulder bursitis and tendonitis and knee problems. I highly recommend him. My brother is a hand surgeon in another state and he knows Dr. Poulsen is an amazing doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nina Olsen – Sep 28, 2019
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Very competent and very patient focused. I would recommend Dr Poulsen to anyone. He has done one of my knees and one of my shoulders and is about ready to do the other shoulder. My knee and my shoulder that he has operated on are as good as new (and maybe even better).
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Draper, UT – Sep 11, 2017
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Its not worth the risk to your health. I received permanent damaged from his procedures. Ill be a a bit detailed so you can understand why i say that. I got ACL surgery with dr poulsen a few years ago. It was infected the day I got home from surgery, which tells me everything wasnt sterile. I could tell it was from the heat, inflammation and smell, but poulsen insisted it wasnt. Later he put me on antibiotics and it went away, but only after I had to be rushed to the hospital on an ambulance. M
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Provo, UT – Apr 16, 2017
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After injuring my knee skiing, Dr. Poulsen was recommended to me by my Physical Therapist. I am so happy with the care I received from Dr. Poulsen. I had a complicated injury that most Surgeons would have made a large incision to repair. Dr. Poulsen was able to correct the problem using a scope and I have minimal scarring. I am now two years post-op and have been able to return to the ski slopes because of the fantastic care and skill Dr. Poulsen gave me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Rachael in Saratoga Springs, UT – Sep 14, 2016
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Dr. Poulsen is great! He took time to really understand my symptoms and to look at all the imaging I had done. He is a very skilled surgeon and was able to fix my knee problems. Dr. Poulsen takes time to explain everything, is very kind, and is great to work with!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Rebecca in Provo, UT – Mar 24, 2016
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About Me

biography

Matthew Poulsen, MD, is a doctor specializing in orthopedics practicing in Provo, Utah. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and non-surgical techniques to treat musculoskeletal trauma, sports injuries, joint pain, degenerative diseases, infections,...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Missouri–kansas City School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Missouri–kansas City School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mountain View Hospital

    1000 E 100 N
    Payson, UT 84651
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Lone Peak Hospital

    11925 S State St
    Draper, UT 84020

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    83%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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