Brian L. Walters, MD | Plymouth, MN | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Brian Walters, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics, specializing in sports medicine, adult joint reconstruction, and arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder. He serves patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. He completed his orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at Andrews Sports Medicine Institute in Alabama. Dr. Walters was awarded Rising Star by Mpls./St.Paul Magazine. “The idea is to find out what each patient’s goals are. From there, we seek to find a way to get the best solution while offering the patient more than one option for treatment,” Dr. Walters says. “It’s important to offer more than one option for patients, keeping the goal front and center.”

accepting new patients
4.9

38 Ratings
18 years of experience
58 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Lenox Hill Hospital
36 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
15 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Flexible scheduling

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4.9

38 Ratings with 36 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 40 Minutes

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Patients frequently express positive experiences with Dr. Brian Walters, highlighting his exceptional communication skills, attentiveness, and thorough explanations. They appreciate his caring nature and the ease of developing and understanding treatment plans, often feeling comfortable and informed during visits. Few negative comments could be inferred from the dataset, as the reviews generally reflect patient satisfaction with Dr. Walters' professionalism and competence. Overall, he is highly recommended by those who have received his care.

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He has already worked on one friend & I have shared his name w/at least 4 others.

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August 20th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Q and A very well promoted

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August 11th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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We both acknowledged the need for knee replacement. Right now I'm too busy. Dr responded October or November are best, no ice, summer a time to be out an enjoy sunshine! We set a date in August to prepare for October surgery.

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May 14th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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I liked Dr's honesty. I also like that surgery was not needed!

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April 24th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Walters is by far the best doctor I have ever had. He genuinely makes his patients feel heard, and listens to what you're feeling and your concerns, and most of all cares about his patients. Hands down the best.

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February 25th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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A great Orthopedist

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October 7th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I have seen Dr. Walters for several years and have always been happy with his explanation of the various situations I was in for.

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October 7th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Walters was very easy to talk to, I was really impressed

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July 14th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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My treatment plan was easy to get in place and scheduled.

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March 19th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I have referred others to use Dr. Walters.

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February 14th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Brian L Walters, MD	Dorothy Jane Hanna	Hannah Rhiannon Salisbury	Garrison Glenn Rice
Orthopedic Surgery	Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.9 (38 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
18 Years of Experience			6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Plymouth , MN	Champlin , MN	Saint Paul , MN	Columbia , SC
Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine			Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteo Med At Arkansas State
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Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Brian L Walters holds an active medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Minnesota that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lenox Hill Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Sackler School Of Medicine in 2008.

NPI Number

Brian L Walters' NPI number is 1114241882.

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25 Years Exp | Minneapolis, MN
(3)
Dr Ron Hanson
Family Medicine
23 Years Exp | Mahtomedi, MN
(6)
Dr. Rajan Jhanjee, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
31 Years Exp | Buffalo, MN
(31)
Dr. Ross Sanford Paskoff, MD
Sports Medicine
32 Years Exp | Bloomington, MN
(16)
Dr. Deborah Colleen Bohn, MD
Hand Surgery
27 Years Exp | Bloomington, MN
(9)
Dr. Michael David Wengler, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
35 Years Exp | Minneapolis, MN
(47)
Dr. Paul George Johnson, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
37 Years Exp | Shakopee, MN
(2)
Dr. William H Call, MD
Hand Surgery
52 Years Exp | Burnsville, MN
(10)
J Bradley Hoop
Psychiatry
43 Years Exp | Minneapolis, MN
(0)

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Which hospitals is Brian Walters affiliated with?: Brian Walters is affiliated with Glencoe Regional Health Services.
Where is Brian Walters's office located?: Brian Walters's office is located at 6050 Sycamore Ln N, Plymouth, MN, 55442.
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