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Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD

Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shapiro has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1995. He is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 103 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (103 reviews)

Practice

2409 N 45th St Seattle, WA 98103
Telehealth available

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Dr. Shapiro's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shapiro

4.7
103 ratings, 84 with a written review
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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.
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
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Mar 08, 2025
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Great Dr
Very friendly and he always makes me feel comfortable and relaxed, but most of all the information he gives me is precious and always on target they just don't come any better
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
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Albert Lee – Oct 02, 2024
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Great consult, to the point.
Direct answers to questions, review if positive and less positive aspects of the surgery, and recovery period with prudent recovery suggestions.
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
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Pk Stremic – Sep 04, 2024
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Dr. Shapiro listened to my symptoms and spent time explaining the various treatments.
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
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Janet Bruckshen – Aug 21, 2024
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Good visit. Listens very good.
Good visit. Dr Shapiro listens very good.
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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Aug 21, 2024
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Decades of experience
Dr Shapiro was knowledgeable and at ease with my situation, while handling it expertly. This is the kind of surgeon I want to have - experienced, with expert knowledge.
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
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Jul 10, 2024
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Very useful visit
It was a very useful visit
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
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Jun 19, 2024
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Excellent Care
Dr. Shapiro provided a very clear and complete diagnosis for my shoulder pain, presented the full range of treatment options, and expertly explained the recommended surgical procedure. He is very thorough and empathetic. His demeanor gave me great confidence in his ability to repair my shoulder.
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
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Scott Sloan – Jun 18, 2024
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Personable, asked good questions, answered my questions, looked at my x-ray, assessed my condition made a referral to his colleague in neurosurgery since he felt it was cervical issue.
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
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Jun 12, 2024
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Dr Shapiro is fantastic!!
He performed shoulder surgery on me about 6-7 years ago and I had an amazing recovery. Since then, I’ve seen him for my elbows and other shoulder. His bedside manner is excellent, he is honest in his recommendations, and he is thorough in his examination. I would and have recommended him to friends.. I continue to rely on his expert knowledge and will keep coming back to see him as long as this body of mine keeps falling apart..
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
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Dinah Driver – Jun 12, 2024
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Highly Recommend
Doc Shapiro is highly skilled, explains things well, and is backed by a very good support staff in the OR.
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
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Greg Reynolds – Jun 06, 2024
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Great.
Telehealth
Very kind and helpful.
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
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Jeff – Jun 06, 2024
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Great bedside manor, explains it all clearly and listens to all concerns.
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
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Jun 06, 2024
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Kind with bad news
Empathetic to one receiving bad news.
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
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May 26, 2024
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Rotator repair
Dr Shapiro did an excellent job explaining the injury and repair process. It was a successful repair and faster recovery than I expected
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2024
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Progress made! A plus
Dr Shapiro spent time explaining options and the importance of regularly doing the PT recommendations.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2024
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Wonderful until today. Very Disappointing.
He has been wonderful until today. I felt unheard and unseen. I felt like he completly blew me off. Very Very Disappointing and Very Very Confusing as this was such a marked departure from our previous encounters.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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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May 24, 2024
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Dr. Shapiro
Dr. Shapiro was professional and personable. Made me feel at ease. He listened to my concerns, asked questions and seemed very knowledgeable. Dr. Shapiro gave me options rather than just pushing surgery as the only way to go. He let me make the informed decision.
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
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Robert S. – May 24, 2024
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Kept me well informed talked to me in language I could understand. His staff is great.
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
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Jim Kinney – May 24, 2024
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Bicep Tenodesis surgery
Great surgeon!
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
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Michelle – May 24, 2024
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Dr. Joel Shapiro, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shapiro has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from State University of New York at Buffalo...read more

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  • State University Of New York At Buffalo

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Practice

Seattle Orthopedic Surgery Center2409 N 45th St Seattle, WA 98103
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    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sun: 8:30am - 5:00pm
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