Christopher Michael Metz, MD

University	Degree	Graduated
University of Mn Medical School-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn	Other Degree	1993
University of Mn Medical Sch	Other Degree	1993
University of Minnesota Medical School	Medical Degree	1993

Institution	Focus	Year
Internship - University of Michigan, Orthopedic internship/residency		1993
Residency - University of Michigan Program		Not Specified
Residency - University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals		1993
Residency - University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals		Not Specified
Residency - University Of Mi Hosps and Health Ctrs		Not Specified
Residency - University Of Mi Hosps & Health Ctrs, Orthopedic Surgery; University Of Mi Hosps & Health Ctrs, General Surgery		Not Specified

Certification	Cert. Body	Year
Orthopaedic Surgery	Orthopaedic Surgery	Not Specified
Orthopaedic Surgery	Orthopaedic Surgery	Not Specified

Role	Organization	Time
Member	Minnesota Medical Association/Upper Mississippi	Present

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Review by Anonymous on February 27, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Dr Metz called me at home the da... ”

Dr Metz called me at home the day after surgery to see how I was feeling

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“Dr Metz called me at home the da...”

Dr Metz called me at home the day after surgery to see how I was feeling

Anonymous 02/27/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 29, 2026 -

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Comment - “ I'm very happy with Dr Metz... ”

I'm very happy with Dr Metz

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“I'm very happy with Dr Metz...”

I'm very happy with Dr Metz

Anonymous 01/29/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 01, 2026 -

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Comment - “ All good!! I was put at ease and... ”

All good!! I was put at ease and explained what where and when things would take place. Was I a little afraid? Yup, but such a very kind Dr.helped me thru procedure

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“All good!! I was put at ease and...”

All good!! I was put at ease and explained what where and when things would take place. Was I a little afraid? Yup, but such a very kind Dr.helped me thru procedure

Anonymous 01/01/2026

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Review by Anonymous on December 04, 2025 -

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Comment - “ Very confident in the dr... ”

Very confident in the dr

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“Very confident in the dr...”

Very confident in the dr

Anonymous 12/04/2025

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Review by Anonymous on November 21, 2025 -

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Comment - “ Very pleasant to work with.... ”

Very pleasant to work with.

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“Very pleasant to work with....”

Very pleasant to work with.

Anonymous 11/21/2025

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Review by Anonymous on February 10, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Dr. Metz was friendly and knowle... ”

Dr. Metz was friendly and knowledgable about the condition I was experiencing. He explained my knee problem and told me of my treatment options.

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“Dr. Metz was friendly and knowle...”

Dr. Metz was friendly and knowledgable about the condition I was experiencing. He explained my knee problem and told me of my treatment options.

Anonymous 02/10/2026

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Review by Anonymous on January 20, 2026 -

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Comment - “ Dr. Metz is top tier!!! I've alw... ”

Dr. Metz is top tier!!! I've always been completely comfortable with his expertise

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“Dr. Metz is top tier!!! I've alw...”

Dr. Metz is top tier!!! I've always been completely comfortable with his expertise

Anonymous 01/20/2026

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Review by Anonymous on December 16, 2025 -

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Comment - “ Dr Metz is the best!... ”

Dr Metz is the best!

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“Dr Metz is the best!...”

Dr Metz is the best!

Anonymous 12/16/2025

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Review by Anonymous on November 26, 2025 -

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Comment - “ Very, very satisfied with my vis... ”

Very, very satisfied with my visit. All staff and Doctor were very friendly, helpful and Informative.

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“Very, very satisfied with my vis...”

Very, very satisfied with my visit. All staff and Doctor were very friendly, helpful and Informative.

Anonymous 11/26/2025

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Review by Anonymous on November 13, 2025 -

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Comment - “ Best decision I have ever made r... ”

Best decision I have ever made regarding my health care. Very satisfied with my knee replacement and the whole process!!

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“Best decision I have ever made r...”

Best decision I have ever made regarding my health care. Very satisfied with my knee replacement and the whole process!!

Anonymous 11/13/2025

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Orthopaedic Surgeon - General, Family Medicine Physician - Sports Medicine

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Essentia Health St. Joseph's-Orthopedics Clinic

Essentia Health St. Joseph's-Staples Clinic

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Andrew Zhao, MD - Family Medicine Physician

Sonja Hall, OTRL - Occupational Therapist

Paul Thompson, MD - Family Medicine Physician, Orthopaedic Surgeon

Haley Faynik, PA-C - Physician Assistant

Amy Lelwica, MD - Family Medicine Physician, Orthopaedic Surgeon

Kevin Bardwell, MD - Family Medicine Physician

Taylor Halvorson, PA-C - Physician Assistant

Katierae Herron, APRN, CNP - Nurse Practitioner

Jaclyn Kostecka, PA-C - Physician Assistant

Angela Erickson, DPT - Physical Therapist

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