Dr. Paul D. Ruesch, MD | Portland, OR | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Paul Ruesch is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine with 36 years of experience helping patients overcome musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Detroit Medical Center. Dr. Ruesch speaks English and brings more than three decades of expertise to his practice.

Dr. Ruesch is affiliated with Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center and Providence Milwaukie Hospital, providing care across multiple locations in Portland and Gresham, Oregon. He treats patients with joint pain, osteoarthritis, and knee problems. His approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help restore function and mobility. Patients have given Dr. Ruesch an average rating of 4.2 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.2

25 Ratings
36 years of experience
speaks English
Detroit Medical Center
10 written reviews
2 specialties
16 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
2 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
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Arrogant!!! Had no intention to help me with my issue or to listen but rather talked at me. He had my xrays done at the beginning of the appt., before talking with me, so not all issues were x-rayed. He told me to lose weight and my knee pain would get better. Thanks Doc! What a waste of time!

October 6th, 2023

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Has the personality of a porcupine and while he may know how to read an x-ray he also knows how to do a good job at demeaning potential patients! He was rude, arrogant, called himself the "victim" because he was on my insurance plan when the last doctor I saw wasn't (that's why I had to find a new doctor). I will not go back to him. I am 68 years old and would rather walk around with a damaged hip then let him place his hands on me and I would never trust him in the operating room. He didn't care that I was in pain and basically came within one step of accusing me of being a drug addict even though I didn't ask him for any medication. My friend came with me to the appointment and she was madder than I was about Dr. Ruesch when we left. You risk any dignity you may have of being shredded when you see this individual.

July 12th, 2017

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Dr. Ruesch repaired my left shoulder several years ago. He performed an arthroscopic surgery and did the Bankart repair. I have three tiny scars and full mobility. He is a wonderful surgeon and I highly recommend him.

September 6th, 2016

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I like his personable personality(bedside mannner) He knows what he is doing. Great Doctor.

August 31st, 2016

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I've had 4 surgeries with DR. Ruesch, All turned out well. Very Friendly knowledgeable Doctor.

December 10th, 2015

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Excellent!

June 30th, 2015

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went for second opinion. He did not even bother reading the chart.

April 14th, 2015

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Dr. Ruesch is an excellent doctor and I have nothing but rave reviews! He was always straight forward and explained all the steps of dealing with a torn rotator cuff. We tried to work on all options other than surgery but when it had to be done, he was the best! It has been 10 months since my surgery, I did follow all the rules, and I have 95 - 100% usage back, and NO PAIN. I highly recommend him!

August 1st, 2013

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They say that asking for seconds is the best compliment for a meal. Well, my second TKR is scheduled with Dr. Paul Ruesch. Patient care is Dr. Reusch's goal. One of the few docs to actually return phone calls, speak technical truth in understandable language. I highly recommend Dr. Ruesch for TKR.

October 14th, 2009

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Excellent knowledge. Easy to understand his explanations. Very caring

September 9th, 2009

Eastside Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

6542 SE Lake Rd Ste 201Portland, OR 97222

Tel: (503) 659-1769

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Eastside Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

25050 SE STARK ST STE 301GRESHAM, OR 97030

Tel: (503) 912-2525

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center

24800 Se Stark StGresham, OR 97030

Tel: (503) 674-1122

East Portland Surgery Center Llc

9200 SE 91st Ave Ste 100Happy Valley, OR 97086

Tel: (503) 772-6160

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Paul David Ruesch, MD	Dr. Jeffrey Colbert Dart, MD	Dr. Ahmad Fouad Bayomy	Dr. Natalie Badowski Wu, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine	Emergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.2 (25 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Portland , OR	West Linn , OR	Springfield , MA	San Jose , CA
Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Iowa	Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine	Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Oregon, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Detroit Medical Center

Medical School

Wayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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What languages does Dr. Paul Ruesch speak?: Dr. Paul Ruesch speaks English.
Where is Dr. Paul Ruesch's office located?: Dr. Paul Ruesch's office is located at 6542 SE Lake Rd Ste 201, Portland, OR, 97222.
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