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Samuel J Wu

Samuel J Wu, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Accepting New Patients
Affiliated Provider
4.9 of 5 stars190 ratings, 38 reviews
Need help scheduling? Call 530-751-7201

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-40
  • Adult 18-65
  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • Chinese - Mandarin
  • English

Gender

Male

About Samuel J Wu

About The Provider

Samuel Jonathan Wu, MD, is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon with special expertise in the treatment of the shoulder and knee. He offers the latest in arthroscopic, biologic and minimally invasive techniques to adolescents and adults.

Dr. Wu strives to help patients avoid surgery whenever possible, however, when surgery is the best option, he performs high quality procedures using both open and minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques. He enjoys helping his patients feel their best and return to their lives without limitation.

A Northern California native, he is excited to have returned to the area after training across the country with leading experts in the field. Dr. Wu has extensive experience treating patients at every level, including his time as assistant to the team physicians of the Houston Astros, Houston Texans and NASA Astronauts.

In his free time, Dr. Wu enjoys following the local sports scene, trying new restaurants and trying to keep up with his toddler. He is fluent in English and Mandarin.

Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. Orthopedics: Adventist Health Physicians Network

Expertise

Education

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine / Science

Medical School

St Marys Hospital & Medical Center

Residency Program

Houston Methodist Hospital

Fellowship Program

Insurance

Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
Search plans
  • Adventist Health Employee Health Plan / Incentive Health
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Galaxy
  • Health Net
  • InnovAge-PACE
  • Medi-cal ORP1
  • Medicare
  • Networks By Design
  • Pacific Foundation for Medical Care
  • Triwest1
  • UHC

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

190 ratings, 38 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Dr. Wu was awesome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    It's very rare for doctors to actually listen these days instead of writing you off. I felt heard, and understood and as someone with a chronic illness, it felt amazing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Dr. Wu is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    Dr Wu was absolutely wonderful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Very good and very happy to have Doctor Samuel Wu.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    He was considerate, a good listener, make clear his thoughts on treatment after a thorough evaluation. Never acted rushed or impatient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    I really like Dr. Wu and I would recommend him. He listened and answered all of my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    Dr. Wu listened and answered any questions I had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Dr. Wu seemed thorough, compassionate and exceptionally skilled. Regain such doctors for our community.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Dr. Wu is wonderful. He is compassionate, ;professional, smart and overall excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    I would recommend to everyone

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Good listener and understood my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2025

    Excellent and Physician very through and kind

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    Dr Wu was very good at answering our questions & helping us understand her break, showing an anatomical model & X-rays.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2025

    Great Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/31/2025

    Excellent Doctor Doctor Samuel

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2025

    Dr. Wu was personable, clear in his explanations, listened attentively to what my concerns were and left me feeling like I was in superbly qualified hands

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2025

    Dr. Wu is listening and taking good care of my problems.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2025

    Dr. Wu is very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2025

    Doctor Samuel Wu is a friendly and caring professional. He listens and communicates well with his diagnosis and procedures in a non-rushed manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2025

    Every concern was addressed coordially and explanation was clear. Time was taken to show me visually and explain as we viewed my scan results.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/18/2025

    Amazing care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2025

    Dr. Wu is a great doctor who listened to our concerns and thoroughly explained everything regarding care. We definitely felt like we were in good hands.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/25/2025

    Dr Wu is amazing. He truly cares that I get the best results from his care. He's very knowledgeable and really listens.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/18/2025

    Dr. Wu patiently listens to all my comments and answers all my questions. He is a pleasure to work with.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2025

    Dr. Wu is awesome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2025

    Amazing and understanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2024

    Dr. Wu is amazing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2024

    Very friendly and explained the proposed procedure's.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2024

    Excellent Dr. He made sure that I was informed of the procedure and that I was well taken care of it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2024

    I Love Dr Wu he's great!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2024

    Dr Wu was wonderful! Warm, reassuring, excellent listener, gentle and optimistic. Couldn't have been a better experience for a very serious physical situation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2024

    Dr Wu was very personable and attentive. Great back and forth communication

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2024

    Dr. WuVery experienced at his craft I feel very comfortable with him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2024

    Would absolutely recommend him to anyone

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2024

    Explained things very clearly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2024

    If you are willing and able to wait to get in, the doctor is extremely nice

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2024

    He was an excellent doctor, he explained everything very well.