Dr. Joel S. Tupper, MD | Edmond, OK | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Joel Tupper is an orthopedic surgeon with 37 years of experience helping patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, where he also completed his residency training. Dr. Tupper speaks English and has built his expertise over nearly four decades of practice.

Dr. Tupper practices at multiple locations throughout Edmond and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and maintains affiliations with several respected hospitals including OU Health Edmond Medical Center, Hillcrest Hospital South, and Integris Health Edmond Hospital. He specializes in treating joint pain, particularly knee and shoulder discomfort. His approach often includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain mobility and function. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
3.7

42 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks English
University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
8 written reviews
1 specialty
14 areas of expertise
1 board certification
5 hospital affiliations
6 office locations
Male

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Dr. Tupper several years ago did a meniscus repair on my knee. This was approximately Nine years ago. I developed a large growth on the back of my knee and couldn't walk. At my follow up visit about my meniscus and back of my knee problem, he had no and I continued to have problems with the growth which became infected, sepsis, followed by other surgeries. I was in bed for 2 years. Since 2016 I am in pain constantly! Tell me how many stars YOU would put on his review? He significantly changed the quality of my life and my future.

August 14th, 2024

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Dr. Tupper could be an amazing surgeon but instead with his quick to blow temper he is less than mediocre. If he gets mad during surgery you’d better hope you are asleep. He yells and throws things. He jerks the patient around without concern. I am forever scarred by this experience. I guess I’m glad I wasn’t fully asleep so that I could protect myself if needed. Who goes to surgery thinking they need to protect themselves? Fortunately my anesthetist was there for me. She was great and assured me that she wouldn’t let anything bad happen to me. I guess Dr. Tupper thought I was asleep. I feel sorry for the women who work with him as he seemed to be very condescending to them. This guy really needs to retire and leave patients alone!

March 9th, 2019

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Dr.Tupper has done several surgeries on me,from my hands down to my knees, DR.TUPPER and HIS STAFF ARE awesome to be around, when you have something going on , They care about your well being. And Dr. Tupper is not going to do surgery on you until he rules everything out. DR. Joel S Tupper and Mrs.Dianne Tupper, and Mrs.Linda, and Mrs. Denise, They are a team that works together, they don’t leave each other in the dark about a patient.Thank you DR.TUPPER for being so awesome.

May 7th, 2018

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Dr. Tupper has completed 2 surgeries for me and I couldn't be more pleased with the results. Great experience all around and I highly recommend him! You are not a pay check, he actually cares!

January 12th, 2017

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I highly recommend Dr. Tupper for any orthopedic injury based on my recent experiences with Carpal Tunnel Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, and Total Knee Re ...

October 21st, 2010

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Dr. Tupper is a caring doctor. He spends all the time YOU need explaining your condition and what he can do to help you. He is very personable and respectful of his patients. I would recommend him to anyone. He instills trust. His staff learns your name on the first visit and call you by name as you walk thru the doors each visit...you can call anytime and the girls will do whatever it takes to answer your questions or relay your concerns to Dr. Tupper ASAP.

June 25th, 2010

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Dr. Tupper recognized my son's problem immediately. I am very confident of his diagnosis. He knew how to commmunicate to a pre teen boy and get his points across to him. I will recommend him to others. The office visit was very pleasant.

December 6th, 2009

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Dr.Tupper and his staff are extremly good at what they do. My procedure is in the morning and everything has been handled in a caring and professional manner.

December 2nd, 2008

Tupper Orthopedics Pllc

1913 W 33rd St Ste 110Edmond, OK 73013

Tel: (405) 757-8338

Mon9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 6:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Prairie Gardens Medical Llc

12301 N WESTERN AVE STE 101OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73114

Tel: (405) 962-8123

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Ou Health Edmond Medical Center

1 S Bryant AveEdmond, OK 73034

Tel: (405) 341-6100

Summit Medical Center

1800 Renaissance BlvdEdmond, OK 73013

Tel: (405) 359-2400

Integris Health Edmond Hospital

4801 Integris PkwyEdmond, OK 73034

Tel: (405) 657-3000

Oklahoma Er And Hospital

15103 N Pennsylvania AveEdmond, OK 73013

Tel: (405) 251-2300


Dr. Joel Scott Tupper, MD	Dr. William Austin Doss, DO	Dr. Nathan Edward Bradley, MD	Dr. Stephen Bruce Conner, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
3.7 (42 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)	4.8 (26 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	56 Years of Experience	52 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Edmond , OK	Oklahoma City , OK	Oklahoma City , OK	Edmond , OK
Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine	Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Oklahoma, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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