Joshua J Christensen , MD
Knee Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Shoulder Orthopedic Surgery
Accepting New Patients
4.9 of 5 stars
263 Ratings, 73 Reviews
Mayo Medical School
Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2015
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 2010
Santa Monica Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Fellowship
Fellowship, Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, 2016
4.90 out of 5 4.9 of 5 stars — 263 Ratings, 73 Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Reviewed on 07/02/2026
Good
Reviewed on 06/30/2026
Have already recommended to family & friends.
Reviewed on 06/27/2026
Have great dr
Reviewed on 06/11/2026
Dr Christensen Great
Reviewed on 06/09/2026
Great service.
Reviewed on 05/27/2026
Dr Christiansen is always very clear in his explanations and takes the time to answer my questions well.
Reviewed on 05/21/2026
Everything was a very good
We have a great treatment plan in place, and I'm highly involved every step of the way.
Doctor was very concerned about giving me the correct procedure.
Reviewed on 05/13/2026
Dr has excellent communication skills. Explains my knee problems very well.
Reviewed on 05/10/2026
Dr Christiansen has always been a good listener and always ready to address any concerns that I have. He lays out all of my options and the pro & cons of each, which makes the decisions easier to make.
Reviewed on 04/14/2026
Reviewed on 04/03/2026
All good
Reviewed on 03/26/2026
Reviewed on 03/21/2026
Very effective and professional.
Reviewed on 03/12/2026
Reviewed on 03/10/2026
The Best
Reviewed on 02/24/2026
Listen to what I had to say and we discussed options.
Reviewed on 02/21/2026
Completely understands my situation, age condition and plans for future treatments.
Reviewed on 02/11/2026
Great nurses
Reviewed on 02/10/2026
Wonderful experience
Took time to explain what next step would be best for my age - explanation was in layman's terms and very easy to understand.
Reviewed on 01/26/2026
Provider very professional and friendly. Provider answered all questions I asked quickly and professionally
Reviewed on 01/22/2026
Five Star Service!
This was a follow up from surgery and we discussed an additional surgery upcoming
Reviewed on 01/18/2026
Dr. Christensen is an excellent physician. He is kind, and patient and engaged me in the treatment plan.
Reviewed on 01/17/2026
I realize he is a very busy Dr. But I feel it's worth the wait for him. He knows what he's doing.
Reviewed on 01/14/2026
Dr. Christian's great giving an injection.
Reviewed on 01/08/2026
Excellent shoulder Orthopedic doctor
Though I had an extended wait time at this visit, my 2 previous visits had VERY SHORT wait times. Though they were running behind, Dr. Christensen spent all the time needed to review my situation and answered all my questions without rushing. Excellent Dr. And excellent practice.
Reviewed on 01/03/2026
Dr. Christensen was extremely polite, very knowledgeable. Explained everything in detail. I was very pleased. Thank you.
Everything was good
The provider explained things well & was very friendly.
Reviewed on 12/18/2025
[...] I went in for a 1 year follow up. GREAT SERVICE AND PROFESSIONAL!
Reviewed on 12/16/2025
Excellent physician. Listens to me and answers all questions
Reviewed on 12/03/2025
Excellent experience!!!
Reviewed on 11/27/2025
Took very good care of me.
There is always less than 5 minutes wait time and all the staff is great
Reviewed on 11/25/2025
This office, and this provider are excellent
Reviewed on 11/24/2025
He is very personable and is very concerned about me as his patient.
Reviewed on 11/22/2025
Even though doctor was running behind schedule I was informed as soon as I registered there was a delay so it was fine
Reviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr. Christensen was wonderful and explained everything clearly to me. He immediately had the office schedule me for a follow up appointment and helped me with my condition and concerns.
Reviewed on 11/13/2025
Great customer service. Always very helpful.
Reviewed on 11/08/2025
He went way above what he needed to do to give me an answer on something I wasn't even there for
Reviewed on 11/04/2025
I like him ok ..he takes care of me and he's funny.
Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Dr. Christensen and his staff have always been wonderful to me. I would recommend this practice to anyone!
Reviewed on 10/25/2025
Dr. Christensen is amazing. He listens and answers all my questions. He is never dismissive about my concerns. He doesn't talk down to me like some drs have. I appreciate him, he's a good dr.
Reviewed on 10/23/2025
Great Doctor and staff
Reviewed on 10/18/2025
Doctor is great
Reviewed on 10/16/2025
I do understand that Dr. Christensen is very busy, but I have leaned it is worth the wait to see him. He listens to me and asked me questions and answers all of mine.
Fueron muy atentos una profesionalidad excelente desde que llegu? al hospital gracias por su atenci?n y eficiencia bendiciones
Reviewed on 10/14/2025
Appreciated his professionalism, encouragement and expertise
Reviewed on 09/24/2025
Provider was excellent, he has a great reputation and I can understand why. [...]
Dr. Christiansen is excellent!!
Reviewed on 09/23/2025
Very professional, yet spent time to discuss my concerns
Reviewed on 09/22/2025
My Dr is the best.
Reviewed on 09/21/2025
He is an excellent care giver.
Reviewed on 09/13/2025
Dr. Christensen is a great doctor.
Reviewed on 09/09/2025
Dr. Christensen is a very knowledgeable, talented doctor.
Very satisfied
Reviewed on 08/30/2025
Wonderful docter and staff
Reviewed on 08/29/2025
I felt rushed thru after I was finally seen
Reviewed on 08/15/2025
Bedside manner could be improved a bit. I tend to feel like a number rather than a person.
Reviewed on 08/14/2025
The doctor and APRN have always been excellent talking about the surgery and my progress. They have been good about telling me they will order as much PT as I thought I needed. They told me that it usually took about a year to fully heal after my 2 surgeries
Reviewed on 08/12/2025
He has been excellent, friendly, answered my questions
Great office.
Provider seemed very competent [...]
Very good experience
Reviewed on 08/09/2025
Mantener esa atenci?n y servicio excepcional
Reviewed on 08/07/2025
I love my doctor he is so nice and he really cares.
Reviewed on 08/06/2025
What I expect from a medical professional is nothing less than tender care. This individual met my expectations.
Reviewed on 08/05/2025
I will definitely be back for any other orthopedic procedures I need. I had an amazing experience. Thank you guys for being such an amazing practice.
Reviewed on 08/04/2025
Effecient and professional
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