Back in 2017 I had a significant shoulder injury at work. I was new to Portland at the time and only a few years removed from playing collegiate athletics. I saw a couple of different area orthopedic surgeons before seeing Dr. Murphy.
At the time—Dr. Murphy was a member of Sports Medicine Oregon. I also learned that he was formerly the team doctor of the Portland Timbers. After my first visit with him I immediately knew I wanted him as my surgeon. His knowledge, ability to help me understand what happened to my shoulder, and his confidence made the decision easy for me.
I came back stronger than ever, not to mention this was the second operation on the same shoulder.
Fast forward seven years to September 2024. I had another work place injury but this time it was my knee, and like the 2017 injury, the damage was significant. I knew immediately that I wanted to see Dr. Murphy.
I was surprised to see that he was no longer at Sports Medicine Oregon, but even more delighted to see that he branched off and opened his own practice. Sports, Orthopedic and Regenerative Medicine (Soar) is smaller and more intimate. Soar feels like a place that is patient focused, rather than a patient mill that larger practices tend to operate as.
Much like the shoulder injury, Dr. Murphy educated me on the most modern treatments for my injury and he incorporates his research to effect the best outcome possible.
I am only a few days post knee operation but feel compelled to write this review. Dr. Murphy’s level of care is head and shoulders above the rest, and I cannot recommend him enough.
I still live a very active lifestyle, and am very physically fit. Dr. Murphy appears to live a similar lifestyle which puts me at ease and allows me to put my full trust in him.
Lastly, the staff that Dr. Murphy has surrounded himself with at SOAR is second to none. They are quick, thorough, and personable.
Whether it’s a work place or sports related injury, Dr. Murphy needs to be your go to orthopedic surgeon.