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Dr. Michael Karns, MD

Dr. Michael Karns, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Karns, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Mentor, OH and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Karns has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER in 2011. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center and University Hospital TriPoint Medical Center.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

9000 Mentor Ave Ste 107 Mentor, OH 44060

Make an Appointment

(440) 974-4429

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Karns is affiliated with University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center Beachwood, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Karns specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Karns' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Karns

3.3

12 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Apr 16, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 12, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Andrea – Jun 09, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 27, 2023
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What went well
No results
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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mary Ryder – Jun 18, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 13, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 27, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 10, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sowmya Moorthy in Hudson, OH – Jun 21, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hudson, OH – May 08, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Karns, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Mentor, OH and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Karns has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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  • University Of Cincinnati / Medical Center

    Medical School, 2011
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office9000 Mentor Ave Ste 107 Mentor, OH 44060
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Office3999 Richmond Rd Ste 2700 Beachwood, OH 44122
2

Practice

University Hospitals11100 Euclid Ave Cleveland, OH 44106
3

Practice

Office730 Som Center Rd Ste 130 Cleveland, OH 44143
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UH Cleveland Medical Center

    11100 Euclid Ave
    Cleveland, OH 44106

    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center

    3999 Richmond Rd
    Beachwood, OH 44122
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • University Hospital TriPoint Medical Center

    7590 Auburn Rd
    Concord Township, OH 44077
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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