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Dr. Michael Highhouse, MD

Dr. Michael Highhouse, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Highhouse, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Lafayette, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Highhouse has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Franciscan Health Lafayette East and Franciscan Health Rensselaer. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

1411 S Creasy Ln Ste 120 Lafayette, IN 47905

Make an Appointment

(765) 447-4165

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Highhouse is affiliated with Franciscan Health Lafayette East Lafayette, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Highhouse specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Highhouse's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Highhouse

3.9

31 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
71%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
3%
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1 Star
26%
26%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 31, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Apr 25, 2023
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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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JoAnne – Jan 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Concerned Patient – Jan 23, 2022
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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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Mike Wood – Nov 08, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sally – Jun 16, 2021
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 03, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patrick Foley – Jan 31, 2020
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marcie in Indiana – Jan 10, 2018
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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
Helpful
Aug 09, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marianne in Zionsville, IN – Sep 09, 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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Christina Bailey in MONON – Aug 17, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Highhouse, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Lafayette, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Highhouse has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Michigan State University

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of South Florida Morsani College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Unity Healthcare LLC1411 S Creasy Ln Ste 120 Lafayette, IN 47905
1

Practice

Northwest Surgery Center LLC8450 Northwest Blvd Indianapolis, IN 46278
2

Practice

Franciscan Health Rensselear1104 E Grace St Rensselaer, IN 47978
3

Practice

Unity Surgical Center1411 S Creasy Ln Ste 200 Lafayette, IN 47905
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Franciscan Health Lafayette East

    1701 S Creasy Ln
    Lafayette, IN 47905
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Franciscan Health Rensselaer

    1104 E Grace St
    Rensselaer, IN 47978

    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

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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