Dr. Paul Duwelius, MD
Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience
Dr. Paul Duwelius, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Portland, OR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital and Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.5 Star Rating
Based on 171 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (171 reviews)
Practice
11782 SW Barnes Rd Ste 300 Portland, OR 97225Telehealth available
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Hospital Highlight
Dr. Duwelius is affiliated with Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital Hood River, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Duwelius' Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Duwelius
4.5
171 ratings, 133 with a written review
| 5 star | 85% | 85% |
| 4 star | 2% | 2% |
| 3 star | 1% | 1% |
| 2 star | 2% | 2% |
| 1 star | 11% | 11% |
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Dr. D. is the best!
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- Explained conditions well
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Mary – Dec 22, 2022
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Dr Duwelius is my hero!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
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Patrice Mitchell – Sep 21, 2022
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10 Stars for Dr Duwelius!
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Jan – Aug 29, 2022
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2 hips no complaints.
Wait time too long but good interaction and information about my condition. A+
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- 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 06, 2022
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Excellent care
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- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
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No results
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Joan – Aug 02, 2022
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Great service from Dr. Duwelius and his office
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No results
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Elizabeth DeLong – Jul 02, 2022
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Great experience
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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John Pierce – Jun 18, 2022
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Excellent Surgeion
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Kim Martin – Jun 18, 2022
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Not very satisfied
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Michael S. – May 16, 2022
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Very good and prompt
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- Office environment
- 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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Steve – Apr 09, 2022
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I found Dr. Duwelius to be thorough when explaining the procedure to be followed. He gave me time to ask questions and was empathetic. This will be my third surgery with him and I'm confident this one will go as well as the others.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Feb 23, 2022
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Dr. Duwelius replaced my left knee in November 2016. Just had my 5yr check up and all is perfect! Received wonderful care from pre-surgery through follow up. Can’t say enough about the doctor and staff. The best!
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Sandra B. – Dec 18, 2021
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I love this provider! He did an amazing total knee replacement. I was up walking that night, did stairs the next day. I am so pleased with the results. He gets my vote if I ever need the other one done.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Jane Reints – Dec 17, 2021
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Dr. Dewilius is is concerned about me as a patient and quite knowledgeable about my surgery. His staff are helpful, capable, and very friendly.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Nov 20, 2021
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I recently had my second hip replaced by Dr Duwelius and couldn’t be happier with the results. Four years ago I met with several orthopedic doctors regarding my first hip replacement. I immediately felt at ease with Dr Duwelius who understood my needs to get back to the things I love to do - snowboarding, hiking, running and gardening. I recuperated well and was back to life!! So, when I knew it was time for the second hip, it was a no brainer to go back to Dr Duwelius!! I can’t speak highly enough of his work, and him as a caring, and understanding doctor.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Lori Neal – Oct 26, 2021
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Dr DuWelius is simply the best. He fully explains what is wrong, what the treatment options are and does this in a totally relaxed environment.
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
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Bob Banister – Oct 22, 2021
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Dr Duwelius is awesome. Pleasant, kind, knowledgeable and accurate. He is a doctor’s doctor. Can’t recommend him more highly.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Dr DHW – Oct 02, 2021
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Staff is great - helpful, attentive, professional. Dr Duwelius is fabulous - so calming and reassuring - listened to all my concerns with answers to all of them. This is my 2nd surgery with him - I wouldn’t go to anyone else!
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Sep 25, 2021
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Dr. Duwelius is absolutely fantastic. He is a great Surgeon and pioneer in his field. His bedside manner is fabulous. He performed flawlessly completing my hip replacement surgery and did the same for several of my friends. I would not recommend anyone else!
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Alex S. – Sep 22, 2021
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I have had both hips replaced by Dr. Duwelius and didn’t have any problems with either one. He was recommended to me by a good friend and I recommend him to anyone else that needs a hip replacement.
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No results
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Sep 17, 2021
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About Me
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At Orthopedic Fracture Specialists, our goal is to help you Put Your Life in Motion!biography
A childhood operation that made him healthy and able to play sports drew Paul Duwelius toward the medical field. A surgical internship in medical school sent him into orthopedics. And his clinic's philosophy of providing great care in a relaxing...read moreOrthopedic Surgery
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University Of California At Davis / School Of Medicine|university Of Miami / School Of Medicine
Fellowship HospitalUniversity Of California, Davis School Of Medicine
Fellowship HospitalUniversity Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine
Fellowship HospitalUniversity Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine
Residency HospitalRosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School
Internship HospitalCreighton University
Undergraduate SchoolCreighton University School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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- Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
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- Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 7:30am - 5:00pm
- Sat: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 2
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
91%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
84%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well6% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 4
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
82%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 19
hospital awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
79%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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