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Dr. Mark Luker, MD

Dr. Mark Luker, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Luker, MD is a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon in Grand Junction, CO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from RAYMOND & RUTH PERELMAN School OF MED AT University OF PA in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Montrose Regional Health and Intermountain Health St. Mary's Regional Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

627 25 1/2 Rd Grand Junction, CO 81505
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(970) 242-3535

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Luker is affiliated with Intermountain Health St. Mary's Regional Hospital Grand Junction, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Luker specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Luker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Luker

3.8
28 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 star
64%
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4 star
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3 star
4%
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2 star
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1 star
29%
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Never!! In a million years
There was a break in the sterile field during total knee replacement surgery due to his incompetence in checking OR pre-op checks. I ended up with loss of extension and flexion, and an infection that required two more surgeries and 30 days of daily IV antibiotic infusions. He admitted fault to me and promised to make things right but he took the coward way out and hid behind the lawyers. He lied to me and I’m still suffering problems with my knee since then. He can not be trusted and he’s a liar. RUN away from him and his practice!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 13, 2024
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Had 2 knees done. It went very well. I had had 2 other second opinions and am very glad this was the choice I made.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 26, 2023
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I never felt comfortable in the office. Saw PA more than doctor. Surgery okay. Denied pain med at seven weeks, although still hurting. "It's been seven weeks. You should be over it."
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Jim Bozarth – Nov 19, 2019
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Dr. Luker did an outstanding job with my knee replacements. He is a highly skilled surgeon and a true professional
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Vickie B – Jun 18, 2019
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I felt Dr. Luker cared about me. He listened and answered my concerns. I was very thankful at how thoroughly he explained my injury. Professional, friendly, caring...unusual traits in a surgeon. Thankfully, I did not need surgery!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 01, 2019
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Dr. Luker is great, straight to the point and made me feel 100% comfortable. Would definitely recommend him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jaimie in CO – Jan 22, 2019
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Not impressed! Gave Dr. Luker, or should I say his Assistant and Dr. Gammon over 6 months to repair my husband's leg after an auto accident. We finally moved his care to another practice out of Grand Junction and are finally seeing some progress! Another annoying fact is that Dr. Luker never came and talked to me after the surgery and never came to the hospital room to check on my husband! I won't even go into the fact that he was arrogant with the other med staff at the ER! We won't return!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Peggy Kilduff in Meeker, CO – Jul 12, 2018
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Dr. Luker is nothing short of an absolutely horrible physician. The notion that he practices honest, evidence-based practice medicine is laughable. When I saw him for an appointment to address a knee sprain he was rude from the minute he walked into the room, did not extend a handshake, was dismissive of my injury, did not care about anything I had to tell him, and deferred more than half of my exam. He acted like it was beneath him to even be seeing me as a patient. His PA, Daryl, is awesome.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Erika in Grand Junction, CO – May 17, 2018
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I received outstanding care from Dr. Luker at St. Mary’s in May 2017 for a reverse total shoulder surgery. Every encounter I have with Dr. Luker is top notch. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, competent, and interested in my well-being. He demonstrated what medicine is –as it should be– an art as well as a science. He has restored my faith in orthopedic surgery!! THANK YOU!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Carolyn in Grand Junction, CO – Aug 24, 2017
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He has done two of my knee surgerys and helped to create the best solution for me. Was very professional and actually took the time to answer the many questions I had
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Grand Junction, CO – Aug 21, 2017
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I had a bucket handle tear of my meniscus. Dr. Luker made room for me in his schedule with short notice. His PA and nurses educated me and reduced my stress. Dr. Luker appeared, reaffirmed my education and clearly stated his plan. Extended time decreases the potential of repair. He got me in surgery that week. He repaired the meniscus against some ugly odds. I found him honest, competent and capable. He made every effort for me. He and his team are greatly appreciated. I am a big fan
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Misty in Denver, CO – Jun 03, 2017
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I visited Dr. Luker at the recommendation of a family member who is an occupational therapist. I was told that the therapists felt he did some of the best work and their patients were happy with him. At 43 I was sick of the nearly 30 years of pain I had been in following an accident in my early teens. Dr. Luker was professional and informative. He went over several options for my particular issue and it was elected that I would undergo a partial knee replacement. I'm quite happy with his work.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Stephen in Rifle, CO – Feb 05, 2017
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HORRIBLE! Rude, dismissive, had no interest in what I was saying, what my areas of concern were. I left in tears. I am scared to go back to this office for fear other Dr.'s would treat me similarly. If you are moderately overweight or overweight at all BEWARE! This is NOT the Dr. for you. I appreciate directness and not wasting time but I was humiliated and degraded. Had another Dr. at another office take the same xrays with EXTREMELY different results.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
13 others found this helpful
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Mindy in Comanche, TX – Feb 23, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Luker's guiding values in patient care are excellence, honesty, and shared decision-making. A perfectionist in the OR and the office, he is committed to making an accurate diagnosis, then providing you with evidence-based information and deciding...read more

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ao Trauma

    1997

  • University Utah Hosp/clin

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • University Of Utah Health Sciences Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Raymond & Ruth Perelman School Of Med At University Of Pa

    Medical School, 1992

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992

  • Cornell University

    Undergraduate School, 1987

  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Undergraduate School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates PC627 25 1/2 Rd Grand Junction, CO 81505
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Family Health West Hospital

    300 W Ottley Ave
    Fruita, CO 81521

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    95%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

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  • Intermountain Health St. Mary's Regional Hospital

    2635 N 7th St
    Grand Junction, CO 81501
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Montrose Regional Health

    800 S 3rd St
    Montrose, CO 81401
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    15% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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