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Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 69
Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD
4.9 (355 Ratings)

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Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 69
Escondido, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Escondido, CA.
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About

Dr. Knutson graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed a residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center. Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Escondido, CA. Dr. Knutson currently practices at Arch Health Medical Group and are affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido. Dr. Knutson has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hip among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Knutson received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 355 times. Dr. Knutson's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Knutson also speaks German. Dr. Knutson is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Locations

  1. 1 Orthopedics
    1955 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92029

Experience and Background Check

Joint Pain
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Joint Pain
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Knee Osteophyte
Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chondromalacia
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Gout
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Hip Impingement
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica
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Snapping Hip
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Tibial Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Bunion
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Cancer
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Marfan Syndrome
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Stress Fracture of Foot
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Torticollis
Wrist Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Bursal Drainage
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement Revision
Partial Knee Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Knutson
4.9
Based on 355 Reviews
5 Stars (346)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Jul 03, 2025
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    Gold Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Select-CA PPO
    Bronze Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    MemorialCare Custom-CA PPO
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Escondido, CA. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery, Hip & Knee Orthopedics, and more.
Biography
Languages Spoken
German
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California San Diego Medical Center
    1989
Fellowship Hospital
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Does Dr. Knutson communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Knutson offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Knutson offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Knutson have free onsite parking?
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Knutson's profile.

Dr. Knutson frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Hip. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA

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