4.9
11 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Michael Torchia treats arthralgia and shoulder pain and has practiced orthopedic surgery for 38 years. He is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He completed residency training at Mayo Clinic and a fellowship in arthroscopic surgery at Orthopedic Research of Virginia, as well as a traumatology fellowship at AO International Foundation in Bern, Switzerland. He sees patients in Rochester, Minnesota. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Torchia 4.91 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Fellow - Traumatology: AO International Foundation, Bern Switzerland
- 5 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Sports Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| Rochester , MN | Rochester , MN | Rochester , MN | Rochester , MN |
| Med School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine | Med School: Univ Of Calgary Fac Of Med | Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael E. Torchia
Medical Specialties
Michael E. Torchia has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Michael E. Torchia has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Michael E. Torchia holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Fellow - Traumatology: AO International Foundation, Bern Switzerland and Fellow - Arthroscopic Surgery: Orthopedic Research of Virginia.
Residency
Completed their residency at Mayo Clinic and Tuckahoe Orthopaedic Assoc, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Orthopedic Surgery.
Medical School
Graduated from Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md in 1988.
NPI Number
Michael E. Torchia's NPI number is 1659343168.
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