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Orthopaedic Surgeons in Maine

Orthopaedic surgeons specialise in bones, joints, muscles and ligaments, with and without surgery. Below are 26 orthopaedic surgeons practising in Maine, across Portland, Augusta, Auburn, Brunswick, Falmouth and Bangor, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Orthopaedic Surgeons in Maine

  1. Ian T. Watkins Orthopaedics Portland, ME 04102
  2. Anthony R. Mancini, MD Orthopaedics Augusta, ME 04330
  3. Joseph E. Strauss, DO Orthopaedics Auburn, ME 04210
  4. Robert D. Livingston, MD Orthopaedics Brunswick, ME 04011
  5. Gregory A. Sawyer, MD Orthopaedics Falmouth, ME 04105
  6. Garrett R. Martin, MD Orthopaedics Bangor, ME 04401
  7. Jean M. Marine, MD Orthopaedics Rockport, ME 04856
  8. Joshua Vaughn, MD Orthopaedics South Portland, ME 04106
  9. John Leblanc, DO Orthopaedics Fort Kent, ME 04743
  10. Eric M. Johnson, MD Orthopaedics Damariscotta, ME 04543
  11. Vaughn M. Collett, MD Orthopaedics Waterville, ME 04901
  12. Kenneth O. Cho, MD Orthopaedics Farmington, ME 04938
  13. Peter Copithorne, MD Orthopaedics Ellsworth, ME 04605
  14. David N. Markellos, MD Orthopaedics Biddeford, ME 04005
  15. Dexter M. Hersey, MD Orthopaedics Presque Isle, ME 04769
  16. Prescott J. Cheney, MD Orthopaedics Pemaquid Harbor, ME 04558
  17. William M. Strassberg, MD Orthopaedics Northport, ME 04849
  18. Randi D. Lebar, MD Orthopaedics Sanford, ME 04073
  19. Robert Bassett, MD Orthopaedics Caribou, ME 04736
  20. Alan D. Lilly, MD Orthopaedics Pittsfield, ME 04967
  21. Michael A. Wack, MD Orthopaedics Skowhegan, ME 04976
  22. Richard J. Mazzei, MD Orthopaedics Bango, ME 04401
  23. Stuart L. Davidson, MD Orthopaedics Bar Harbor, ME 04609
  24. Nina Shervin, MD Orthopaedics Kennebunk, ME 04043
  25. Harold A. Rosene Orthopaedics Pemaquid, ME 04558
  26. Kathryn A. Rohr, MD Orthopaedics Edgecomb, ME 04556

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see an orthopaedic surgeon

Common reasons

  • Knee, hip and shoulder pain
  • Back and neck problems
  • Sports injuries and fractures
  • Arthritis
  • Recovery after joint surgery

Signs it may be time

  • Joint pain limits your daily life
  • An injury is not improving after a few weeks
  • Your primary care doctor or physical therapist referred you
  • You are deciding whether surgery makes sense

How to get the most from your orthopaedic surgeon visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them
  • Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better
2

During: questions to ask

  • What is causing the pain, and what are my options without surgery?
  • If surgery is an option, what does recovery look like?
  • What activities should I avoid or keep doing?
  • How will we know if things are improving?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • Pain level each day and what you were doing
  • Physical therapy exercises completed
  • Sleep and swelling

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Recovery happens at home, one day at a time. Tracking pain, exercises and progress lets your surgeon or physical therapist see whether you are on track, and catch setbacks early. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next orthopaedic surgeon appointment in Maine with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

  • Log symptoms and side effects by talking
  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
  • Health records stay on your iPhone
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Questions

How do I find an orthopaedic surgeon in Maine?

This page lists 26 orthopaedic surgeons practising in Maine, including Portland, Augusta, Auburn, Brunswick, Falmouth and Bangor, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Maine?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first orthopaedic surgeon appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them; Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon?

Many insurance plans need one; some do not. Check your plan before booking.

Does seeing an orthopaedic surgeon mean I need surgery?

No. Many conditions are treated without surgery, with physical therapy, activity changes or injections.

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