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Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 58
Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD
4.7 (103 Ratings)

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Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA.
Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD
4.7 (103 Ratings)
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Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 58
Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA.

About

Dr. Shapiro graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Seattle, WA and has 30 years experience. Dr. Shapiro currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus. Dr. Shapiro has experience treating conditions like Glenoid Labrum Tear, Bursitis and Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shapiro received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 103 times. Dr. Shapiro's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shapiro is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Glenoid Labrum Tear
Bursitis
Joint Pain
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Bursitis
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Joint Pain
AC Joint Injury
Humerus Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Clavicle Fracture
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Broken Arm
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Scoliosis
Shoulder Bursitis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Arthrocentesis
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Total Shoulder Replacement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Meniscus Tear
Myelopathy
Neck Sprain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Scapular Fracture
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Osteophyte
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Whiplash
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Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Biceps Tendon Repair
Elbow Replacement
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Patellar and Quadriceps Tendon Repairs
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Somatic Nerve Block
Ulnar Nerve Transposition

Insurance Accepted

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  • Heritage Signature
    Heritage Prime HMO
    Heritage and Heritage Plus 1 PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
    Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
  • Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    WA AWH Puget Sound POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
  • Blue High Performance Network
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • First Choice Health PPO
  • Options PPO
    Navigate HMO
    Medica Choice
    Nexus Open Access
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate POS
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Preferred Provider Network - WA PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Seattle Orthopedic Surgery Center
    2409 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Sunday
    08:30 - 17:00
  2. 2 Office
    5350 Tallman Ave NW Ste 500, Seattle, WA 98107
  3. 3 Northwest Hospital
    1550 N 115th St, Seattle, WA 98133

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shapiro
4.7
Based on 103 Reviews
5 Stars (94)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (6)

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Patient Reviews
Mar 08, 2025
Appreciated Dr.Shapiros professional way of informing me of the appropriate information along the way. He was always very personable, on time, listened well and was affirming Surgery went very well as did time for recovery.
— Mar 08, 2025
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • State University of New York at Buffalo
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shapiro's profile.

Dr. Shapiro frequently treats the following conditions: Glenoid Labrum Tear, Bursitis and Joint Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus.

Yes, Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Swedish First Hill Campus

    747 Broadway, Seattle, WA