Hand, Orthopedics: Shoulder Surgery, Arm And Hand Surgery, Joint Replacement
Reno, NV
Most recent review: 4 days ago
New
4.9
1.2K Ratings
564 Comments
Dr. Michael Lilyquist, MD, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, specializes in the treatment of injuries and musculoskeletal conditions related to the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Specifically, he has expertise in caring for carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures of the hand, wrist, and elbow as well as arthritis, and joint replacement. Dr. Lilyquist was the first to bring joint replacement surgery for thumb arthritis to Reno.
Dr. Michael Lilyquist, MD, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, specializes in the treatment of injuries and musculoskeletal conditions related to the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Specifically, he has expertise in caring for carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures of the hand, wrist, and elbow as well as arthritis, and joint replacement. Dr. Lilyquist was the first to bring joint replacement surgery for thumb arthritis to Reno.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Swift Institute through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
He is very thorough, knowledgeable and professional. Very courteous in his mannerisms. I appreciate his expertise.
His staff is amazing also.
(4 days ago)
Dec-2025
I love Dr Lilyquist. He is so kind and has a great bedside manner.
(4 days ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Lilyquist was very professional and informative and was very descriptive with my options for a torn tendon in my bicep. Which made me feel very comfortable about my decision I would highly recommend him and swift institute as the entire process was pleasant.
(4 days ago)
Dec-2025
He didn’t show up
(5 days ago)
Dec-2025
Best doc ever!
Easy to talk to.
Makes patient feel safe.
Very pleasant.
(6 days ago)
Dec-2025
Very professional! Top notch doctor! Knows his stuff
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Great Physician and Surgeon. He explains in detail. I had a quick and easy recovery from Carpal Tunnel surgery.
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
This is an awesome doctor and human being.
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Dr Lilyquist has an excellent bedside manner. His staff is friendly and warm. He explained everything to me about my surgery. Showing me where the incisions would be, how the surgery was done, why and what it would do. I understood everything completely. I have great confidence in his surgical ability. Looking forward to the surgery that will take me out of horrible pain, allowing me to sleep nights without being woke up in excruciating pain.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Highly recommend. Professional, thorough, and kind. PA Jeromy Dyer was also fabulous.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Read More
Swift Institute – Professional Circle Reno
10539 Professional Circle Suite 201 Reno, NV 89521
Dr. Michael Lilyquist, MD, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, specializes in the treatment of injuries and musculoskeletal conditions related to the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Specifically, he has expertise in caring for carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures of the hand, wrist, and elbow as well as arthritis, and joint replacement.
Dr. Lilyquist was the first to bring joint replacement surgery for thumb arthritis to Reno. He has trained directly with the surgeon who designed the implant and has helped train other surgeons in the technique. Thumb joint replacement surgery offers faster recovery and the ability for patients to return to their activities more quickly than traditional surgery for thumb arthritis.
Dr. Lilyquist is experienced in the most current techniques in total shoulder replacement, reverse total shoulder, and resurfacing total shoulder replacement. He has a particular interest in revision total shoulder surgery. He is also among an elite group of surgeons in the US to perform total elbow replacements.
In addition to his surgical interests, he performs non-surgical treatment of Dupuytren’s contracture with in-office Xiaflex injections. He also offers PRP injections for the treatment of tennis elbow and other conditions. He is also trained in minimally invasive endoscopic carpal tunnel release, and "wide awake" surgeries of the hand.
Dr. Lilyquist strives to establish a relationship with his patients before developing a treatment plan. He enjoys the opportunity to educate his patients about their condition so they can develop a care plan together that will work best for the patient’s goals. He is fluent in Spanish and relishes the opportunity to speak with his patients in Spanish.
In addition to his role at Swift Institute, Dr. Lilyquist serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, guiding medical residents and physician assistant students in their training. He earned the Outstanding Community Preceptor award in 2019 and 2022 from the UNR family medicine residency program. Throughout the years, he has volunteered for ski patrol, instructor of advanced wilderness medicine, outdoor emergency care, and served as a Spanish language interpreter at various medical facilities.
Dr. Lilyquist's commitment to becoming an orthopedic surgeon came after serving a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints in Guayaquil, Ecuador. A non-profit surgical group came to the rural town and offered free surgeries to children with limb deformities. He witnessed first-hand the profound impact on his adopted community and decided to seek medical training and volunteer opportunities. Dr. Lilyquist has since returned to Ecuador twice to perform orthopedic surgeries with Project Perfect World. In the summer of 2023 he will be fulfilling his lifelong goal to provide free medical care to patients in need. He will be traveling to Honduras with One World Surgery. There, he will be performing total shoulder replacements for many without access to such treatments and anticipates an annual trip to continue his quest to share his abilities with communities who do not have the access to healthcare they need.
Dr. Lilyquist moved to Reno in August 2016 with his wife, Mindy, and their four young children. He enjoys mountain biking, wake surfing, snow and water skiing, paddle boarding and spending time in the outdoors with his family.
He is very thorough, knowledgeable and professional. Very courteous in his mannerisms. I appreciate his expertise. His staff is amazing also.
I love Dr Lilyquist. He is so kind and has a great bedside manner.
Dr. Lilyquist was very professional and informative and was very descriptive with my options for a torn tendon in my bicep. Which made me feel very comfortable about my decision I would highly recommend him and swift institute as the entire process was pleasant.
He didn’t show up
Best doc ever! Easy to talk to. Makes patient feel safe. Very pleasant.
Very professional! Top notch doctor! Knows his stuff
Great Physician and Surgeon. He explains in detail. I had a quick and easy recovery from Carpal Tunnel surgery.
This is an awesome doctor and human being.
Dr Lilyquist has an excellent bedside manner. His staff is friendly and warm. He explained everything to me about my surgery. Showing me where the incisions would be, how the surgery was done, why and what it would do. I understood everything completely. I have great confidence in his surgical ability. Looking forward to the surgery that will take me out of horrible pain, allowing me to sleep nights without being woke up in excruciating pain.
Highly recommend. Professional, thorough, and kind. PA Jeromy Dyer was also fabulous.