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Douglas Arnold, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
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4.8 out of 5 – 

SSM Health Orthopedics - South Madison Campus

1211 Fish Hatchery Road Madison, WI 53715
Doug Arnold is board-certified in orthopedic surgery and fellowship-trained in orthopedic surgery sports medicine. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL. He earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine-Gainesville. Dr. Arnold completed his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinic-Madison and completed his fellowship in orthopedic surgery sports medicine at the University of Miami in Miami, FL.

Dr. Arnold's practice is focused on orthopedic sports medicine. Some of his clinical services include arthroscopic surgery, shoulder replacement, ligament and tendon repair and reconstruction, and cartilage restoration and repair procedures.

Dr. Arnold is a member of the American Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and Wisconsin Orthopaedic Society.

When he is not working, Dr. Arnold enjoys spending time with his family and being involved with his children's many sports. He also loves music and travel. It reminds him of how wide our world is and how different everyone's perspective can be.

"Being able to make life better is extremely satisfying. I strive to treat each patient as I would treat a family member. Hearing and seeing a patient express their success is hard to beat." - Doug Arnold, MD

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Reviews

Rating Breakdown

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Question Breakdown

4.7
Overall Experience
4.8
Listened Carefully
4.8
Explained Things Clearly
4.6
Knew Medical History
4.8
Involved in Care Decisions
4.8
Showed Courtesy & Respect

Patient Reviews

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4.8 out of 5
64 ratings,
24 reviews
8/15/2026
Great physician.
8/11/2026
I feel very comfortable that I am in good hands for my upcoming surgery.
8/5/2026
Not only would I recommend Dr Arnold, but also his nurse, Kevin and all of the staff in x-ray also! So very pleased and dont dread those appointments!
7/31/2026
I appreciate him very much. He's got a good bedside manner and is a great surgeon
7/15/2026
I would recommend him to anyone! He is so knowledgeable!

Map & Directions

SSM Health Orthopedics - South Madison Campus

1211 Fish Hatchery RoadMadison, WI 53715
Mon

7:00 am - 5:15 pm

Tue

7:00 am - 5:15 pm

Wed

7:00 am - 5:15 pm

Thu

7:00 am - 5:15 pm

Fri

7:00 am - 5:15 pm

Sat

Closed

Sun

Closed

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