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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Excelent!
(3 days ago)
Oct-2025
I came with a lot of questions and had a lot of different things to consider to make a plan… We discussed all of them in detail, which is what I needed… Educating the patient is a very very important part of the outcome and I appreciated that Dr. McAdams value that as much as I did
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Excellent physician. He takes the time and listens. Live this office!
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
I don’t remember much during the surgery but I chose Dr McAdam for a reason, he has an outstanding reputation and exceeded my expectations
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Always courteous, informative and kind!
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Dr. McAdam, is terrific and has historically developed effective formulas for curing my orthopedic medical problems.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Always listens with care and sound advice
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
First doctor I’ve seen in ages that actually converses with the patient and doesn’t just stare at their computer filling out information
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Came for a second opinion after being blown off and not being explained to what was going on in my knee. He took the time to make sure I understood ehat l
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Excellent visit and really appreciate his professionalism and and the opportunity to have him as a doctor. Thank you Michael McAdam
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.
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Excelent!
I came with a lot of questions and had a lot of different things to consider to make a plan… We discussed all of them in detail, which is what I needed… Educating the patient is a very very important part of the outcome and I appreciated that Dr. McAdams value that as much as I did
Excellent physician. He takes the time and listens. Live this office!
I don’t remember much during the surgery but I chose Dr McAdam for a reason, he has an outstanding reputation and exceeded my expectations
Always courteous, informative and kind!
Dr. McAdam, is terrific and has historically developed effective formulas for curing my orthopedic medical problems.
Always listens with care and sound advice
First doctor I’ve seen in ages that actually converses with the patient and doesn’t just stare at their computer filling out information
Came for a second opinion after being blown off and not being explained to what was going on in my knee. He took the time to make sure I understood ehat l
Excellent visit and really appreciate his professionalism and and the opportunity to have him as a doctor. Thank you Michael McAdam