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Dr. Kurt Mentzer, MD

Dr. Kurt Mentzer, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Kurt Mentzer, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Anchorage, AK and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1995. He is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Locations

Alaska Shoulder & Orthopaedic Institute

Alaska Shoulder & Orthopaedic Institute2741 Debarr Rd Ste C408 Anchorage, AK 99508
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Mentzer is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital Anchorage, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Mentzer specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalJoint Replacement Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Mentzer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mentzer

4.3

20 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Shawn – Mar 21, 2024
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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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Senior Citizen – Dec 26, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Tracy – Dec 12, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Sep 09, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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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AK – May 09, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Girdwood, AK – Feb 19, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 21, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Anchorage, AK – Apr 07, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Spring, TX – Apr 20, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Our experienced, specialty-trained doctors are proud to have strong roots in a community dedicated to conquering limits, and the specialized care and comprehensive services we offer are built for Alaskans by Alaskans. Because one-size-fits-all treatment doesn't work for Alaska.

biography

Kurt Mentzer, MD, is a doctor specializing in orthopedics, practicing in Anchorage, Alaska. As an orthopedic surgeon, he focuses on injuries and diseases of your body's musculoskeletal system, including your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles,...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Hand Center Of San Antonio

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Wilford Hall Usaf Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Alaska Regional Hospital

    2801 Debarr Rd
    Anchorage, AK 99508
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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