Dr. Michael K. McAdam, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle. He earned his medical degree at University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX, and completed his residency at University of Washington Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine. He then finished his fellowship in Sports Medicine at Palo Alto Medical Clinic. He is also board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
Dr. Michael K. McAdam, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle. He earned his medical degree at University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX, and completed his residency at University of Washington Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine. He then finished his fellowship in Sports Medicine at Palo Alto Medical Clinic. He is also board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
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If there was a 10 star rating, I would give it to Dr McAdam.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
He is terrific. Pragmatic, diplomatic, relatable. He has my complete trust.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Dr MacAdam is very good but I left feeling doubtful about both the diagnosis and the treatment. I would have appreciated more information about some of the options and I felt a bit hurried.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Excellent, efficient, professional, expert
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Caring, thorough and straightforward. Excellent experience.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
So kind and a good listener. I’d be confident having him do a knee surgery on me albeit I hope I don’t need one.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. McAdam is as professional, competent, kind, knowledgeable, pleasant, and empathetic is any medical professional I’ve met.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Got me in early, explained everything in detail, and I was very kind despite my bodies tendency to almost pass out during shots 😁 thanks Doc!
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
He's the best!
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
A pleasure to know and work with. Knee operation and recovery has gone smoothly. Thank you for being a professional team in what you do.
Dr. Michael K. McAdam, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle. He earned his medical degree at University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX, and completed his residency at University of Washington Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine. He then finished his fellowship in Sports Medicine at Palo Alto Medical Clinic, Palo Alto, CA. He is also board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
He treats a broad range of patients, from professional and recreational athletes to people simply looking for less invasive treatments of their problems. From his work with the Seattle Seahawks and the US Rugby team, Dr. McAdam has developed an understanding of a wide range of athletic injuries. In his work with both athletes and non-athletes in his practice, he has developed an understanding of the importance of personalized care for each patient.
Dr. McAdam moved to Seattle in 1999 from Texas and he, his wife and their two daughters have made it their home. He enjoys spending time with his family, snowboarding, yoga, reading and listening to music.
Dr. McAdam’s expertise is in: ACL and other knee ligament reconstruction, meniscus surgery, microfracture surgery, cartilage and meniscus transplants of the knee, arthroscopic shoulder labrum and rotator cuff repair, proximal hamstring repairs, elbow and ankle arthroscopy, biceps tendon repairs, fracture surgery of the ankle, knee, shoulder and elbow, Achilles tendon repairs. shoulder and knee replacements.
If there was a 10 star rating, I would give it to Dr McAdam.
He is terrific. Pragmatic, diplomatic, relatable. He has my complete trust.
Dr MacAdam is very good but I left feeling doubtful about both the diagnosis and the treatment. I would have appreciated more information about some of the options and I felt a bit hurried.
Excellent, efficient, professional, expert
Caring, thorough and straightforward. Excellent experience.
So kind and a good listener. I’d be confident having him do a knee surgery on me albeit I hope I don’t need one.
Dr. McAdam is as professional, competent, kind, knowledgeable, pleasant, and empathetic is any medical professional I’ve met.
Got me in early, explained everything in detail, and I was very kind despite my bodies tendency to almost pass out during shots 😁 thanks Doc!
He's the best!
A pleasure to know and work with. Knee operation and recovery has gone smoothly. Thank you for being a professional team in what you do.