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Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 80
Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD
4.6 (21 Ratings)

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Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 80
Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
56 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Matsen graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1968 and completed a residency at University of Washington.Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA and has 56 years experience. Dr. Matsen currently practices at Hand, Elbow & Shoulder Center at UW Medical Center – Roosevelt and are affiliated with UW Medical Center-Montlake. Dr. Matsen has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Shoulder among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Matsen received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Dr. Matsen's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Matsen is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Locations

  1. 1 Hand, Elbow & Shoulder Center at UW Medical Center – Roosevelt
    4245 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Experience and Background Check

Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Joint Pain
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Joint Pain
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Joint Pain
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Back Pain
Chronic Neck Pain
Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lateral Epicondylitis
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Plexopathy
Lupus
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Medial Epicondylitis
Miner's Knee
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Replacement Revision
Excision of Humerus
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Total Shoulder Replacement

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Matsen
4.6
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1 Star (2)

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Feb 25, 2023
Dr. Matsen is the best shoulder surgeon. I feel blessed/fortunate to have had Matsen repair my shoulder. The entire staff at the U of W & Dr. Matsen are very caring, thorough, & present. A great team.
B. Nelson — Feb 25, 2023
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1968. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    1968
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital
    1969
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Washington
    1974
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Charles Neer
    1976
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Matsen's profile.

Dr. Matsen frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis of Shoulder. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD is affiliated with UW Medical Center-Montlake.

Yes, Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Dr. Matsen has over 56 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UW Medical Center-Montlake

    1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA

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