Summary

Dr. Douglas Dodson is an orthopedic surgeon who graduated from Western University of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Botsford General Hospital through Michigan State University. He furthered his training with a fellowship at the prestigious Rothman Institute at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. With 38 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Dodson is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Dodson is affiliated with Lincoln County Medical Center and sees patients at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic locations in Las Cruces, Ruidoso Downs, and Alamogordo, New Mexico. His practice focuses on treating joint pain and various forms of arthritis, including knee arthritis. He performs knee surgeries and coordinates physical therapy treatments for his patients. Patients have given Dr. Dodson an average rating of 4.7 stars for his orthopedic care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 38 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
  • 81 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Douglas Dodson has 3 locations

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

2951 N Roadrunner PkwyLas Cruces, NM 88011

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

26130 US Highway 70Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

2301 Indian Wells Rd Ste AAlamogordo, NM 88310

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas Dodson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AmeriChoice by UnitedHealthcare
  • Blue Care Network of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of New Mexico
  • Bravo Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas Dodson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas Dodson has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, New Mexico, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA

Residency

Botsford General Hospital, Michigan State University

Medical School

University of Redlands
Western University of Health ScienceGraduated in 1988

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Dr. Douglas Dodson speaks English.

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