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Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 69
Dr. Thomas Knutson, MD
4.9 (328 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 Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Escondido. Dr. Knutson has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Knutson received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 328 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

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Locations

  1. 1 Orthopedics
    1955 Citracado Pkwy Ste 302, Escondido, CA 92029
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Experience and Background Check

Joint Pain
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Hip Replacement
Joint Pain
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Hip Replacement
Joint Pain
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Hip Replacement
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Internal Derangement of Knee
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chondromalacia
Degenerative Disc Disease
Genu Valgum
Gout
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Hip Osteophyte
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Piriformis Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica
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Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
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
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
Difficulty With Walking
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
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Impingement
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)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Marfan Syndrome
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Miner's Knee
Neck Muscle Strain
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 Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Dislocation
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Snapping Hip
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
Tibial Fracture
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
Synovial Biopsy

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Knutson
4.9
Based on 328 Reviews
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4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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

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

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA

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