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Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD
Overview of Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD
Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 56 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake. Dr. Matsen, completed a residency at University of Washington. Patients rated Dr. Matsen an average 4.6 star rating.
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Hand, Elbow & Shoulder Center at UW Medical Center – Roosevelt4245 Roosevelt Way Ne, Seattle, WA 98105 Directions (206) 520-5000Monday08:00 - 17:00Tuesday08:00 - 17:00Wednesday08:00 - 17:00Thursday08:00 - 17:00Friday08:00 - 17:00
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Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
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Osteoarthritis of Elbow
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Peripheral Nerve Disorders
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Pyogenic Arthritis
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Radiculopathy
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Shoulder Dislocation
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Shoulder Fracture
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
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Shoulder Osteophyte
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
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Spondylitis
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Systemic Sclerosis
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Tenosynovitis
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Arthrocentesis
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Elbow Replacement
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Excision of Humerus
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Neuroplasty
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Peripheral Nerve Block
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Rotator Cuff Surgery
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Shoulder Replacement Revision
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Somatic Nerve Block
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About Dr. Frederick Matsen, MD
Specialties*
- Orthopedic Surgery
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Years of Experience
- 56 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
Languages Spoken
NPI Number
- 1023193836
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Education & Certifications
Fellowship
- Charles Neer
Fellowship
Residency
- University of Washington
Residency
Internship
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Internship
Medical Education
- Baylor College of Medicine
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Orthopedic Surgery
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