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Dr. Samuel Harmsen, MD

Dr. Samuel Harmsen, MD

Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Samuel Harmsen, MD is an orthopedic shoulder & elbow surgery specialist in Phoenix, AZ and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Harmsen has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities Banner University Medical Center Phoenix and Oasis Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 144 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (144 reviews)

Practice

2222 E Highland Ave Ste 300 Phoenix, AZ 85016

Make an Appointment

(602) 277-6211

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Harmsen is affiliated with Oasis Hospital Phoenix, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Harmsen specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Harmsen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Harmsen

4.7

144 ratings, 102 with a written review
5 Star
89%
89%
4 Star
2%
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3 Star
1%
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2 Star
2%
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1 Star
6%
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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
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Dan Parks – Sep 06, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Gregg J. Popovec – Oct 05, 2023
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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george green – Feb 22, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
2 people found this helpful
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BRICKIE – Oct 31, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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HavasuAZ – Aug 09, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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John U – Jul 14, 2021
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Gary Shephard – Feb 07, 2021
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Roxanna – Feb 03, 2021
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Judy Jones – Jan 06, 2021
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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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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RR – Jan 06, 2021
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sandy Conklin – Dec 30, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jon Craig – Dec 30, 2020
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mary K Nolan – Dec 23, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 20, 2020
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Richard C – Dec 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Panfilo Contreras – Dec 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Marcy G – Nov 18, 2020
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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
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Nov 18, 2020
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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
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Cathy S – Oct 23, 2020
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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
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Jen Rockwell – Oct 15, 2020
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biography

Dr. Samuel Harmsen is thrilled to be joining the outstanding physicians at The Orthopedic Clinic Association. He is fellowship trained in shoulder and elbow surgery with advanced training in complex shoulder and elbow reconstruction. Dr. Harmsen...read more

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedics

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  • The San Francisco Shoulder, Elbow, And Hand Ases Shoulder And Elbow Fellowship

    Fellowship Hospital, 2015

  • Banner Good Samaritan Orthopaedic Residency

    Residency Hospital, 2014

  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 2009

  • University Of Utah

    Undergraduate School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

The Orthopedic Clinic Association Inc.2222 E Highland Ave Ste 300 Phoenix, AZ 85016
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:30pm
  • Directions

Practice

Toca at Banner Health Scottsdale9377 E Bell Rd Ste 231 Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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Practice

Toca at Banner Health LLC5002 S Mill Ave Tempe, AZ 85282
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Oasis Hospital

    750 N 40th St
    Phoenix, AZ 85008
    Recipient of 6
    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

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Banner University Medical Center Phoenix

    1111 E McDowell Rd
    Phoenix, AZ 85006
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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