Dr. Scott E. Hormel, M.D., earned his medical degree at University of Washington School of Medicine, and completed his residency at University of Washington Department of Orthopedics. He then finished his fellowship at Stedman-Hawkins Clinic and Sports Medicine Research Foundation, Vail, CO. He is also board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a fellow of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He also has an award from Seattle Met Magazine’s Top Doc 2011.
Dr. Scott E. Hormel, M.D., earned his medical degree at University of Washington School of Medicine, and completed his residency at University of Washington Department of Orthopedics. He then finished his fellowship at Stedman-Hawkins Clinic and Sports Medicine Research Foundation, Vail, CO. He is also board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a fellow of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He also has an award from Seattle Met Magazine’s Top Doc 2011.
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Very competent and thorough. My total knee replacement is healing very well.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
I’ve been seeing Dr. Hormel for 15 years. I trust him as a surgeon who can handle complex knees.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
The dock and his staff are the best! They’ve given me back 30 years love these guys
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
He is THE BEST!
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Kind understanding professional and very knowledgeable. He answered every question in a clear manner. Had no pressure to perform surgery. He shared his experiences well, and I came away assured and informed.
Frankly, I don’t understand how anyone could rate him less than 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Informative & supportive.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very knowledgeable and speaks patient language so you know what is going on! Getting ready for a knee replacement and I feel ready thanks to Dr. H. and Julie!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very knowledgeable, professional and personable.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
My son had a good experience with Dr Hormel. Dr Hormel provided a good explanation and good plan. We will definitely go back as needed.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Second total knee, he is the best…. Professional, thorough, informative.
Dr. Scott E. Hormel, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in knee and shoulder surgery. Dr. Hormel earned his medical degree at University of Washington School of Medicine, and completed his residency at University of Washington Department of Orthopedics. He then finished his fellowship at Stedman-Hawkins Clinic and Sports Medicine Research Foundation, Vail, CO. He is also board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a fellow of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He also has an award from Seattle Met Magazine’s Top Doc 2011.
His practice is focused on the surgical treatment of injuries and sports-related conditions of the knee and shoulder. His goal is to return athletes and recreational athletics back to full athletic participation using both surgical and rehabilitative methods.
Dr. Hormel is a native of Bellevue, Washington. He has practiced for over 15 years with Orthopedic Physician Associates. He and his wife Shari have 4 children. He enjoys skiing, golf, woodworking and architecture. Dr. Hormel stays very active and involved in baseball and fast-pitch softball, coaching and helping to prevent and repair athletic injuries.
Dr. Hormel’s expertise is in: Knee and shoulder arthroscopy and reconstruction, sports injuries, knee replacements, cartilage regeneration and meniscal preservation.
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Very competent and thorough. My total knee replacement is healing very well.
I’ve been seeing Dr. Hormel for 15 years. I trust him as a surgeon who can handle complex knees.
The dock and his staff are the best! They’ve given me back 30 years love these guys
He is THE BEST!
Kind understanding professional and very knowledgeable. He answered every question in a clear manner. Had no pressure to perform surgery. He shared his experiences well, and I came away assured and informed. Frankly, I don’t understand how anyone could rate him less than 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Informative & supportive.
Very knowledgeable and speaks patient language so you know what is going on! Getting ready for a knee replacement and I feel ready thanks to Dr. H. and Julie!
Very knowledgeable, professional and personable.
My son had a good experience with Dr Hormel. Dr Hormel provided a good explanation and good plan. We will definitely go back as needed.
Second total knee, he is the best…. Professional, thorough, informative.