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Kyle Alpaugh

Kyle Alpaugh, MD

Hip and Knee Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Kyle Alpaugh

Dr. Kyle Alpaugh is a fellowship-trained hip and knee surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive hip and knee replacement. He performs direct anterior total hip replacement, robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement as well as revision hip and knee replacement surgeries.

Dr. Alpaugh obtained his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine where he graduated with Honors. He completed his Residency at the University of Massachusetts. He then pursued subspecialty training in Adult Reconstruction & Joint Replacement at the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. During fellowship, he focused on computer assisted and robotic total hip, total knee and partial knee replacement surgery.

Dr. Alpaugh believes in an individualized and evidence-based approach to each of his patients in order to promote safe, rapid recovery and optimize outcomes.

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Locations

  1. Mass General Brigham Orthopedics Clinic
    • 2014 Washington Street, Green Building, Suite 361, Newton, MA 02462
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  2. Massachusetts General Orthopaedic Surgery Arthroplasty Service
    • 55 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 3rd Floor, Suite 3B, Boston, MA 02114
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Hospital for Special Surgery, Adult Reconstruction & Joint Replacement, 2021
  • Residency: University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Orthopedic Surgery, 2020
  • Internship: University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Orthopedic Surgery, 2016
  • Medical Education: Boston University, Doctorate of Medicine, 2015

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2023

Insurance

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  • Aetna
  • Beech Street
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Coventry
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Maine Community Health Options
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • Medicaid ME
  • Medicaid RI
  • Medicare
  • Medicare ACO
  • Multiplan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

332 ratings, 137 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    Fantastic experience

  • Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    Dr. Alpaugh was very pleasant, very inquisitive of how I was doing, and he was very concerned about the follow-up and follow-through and from my operation. I couldn't be happier with the results from Dr. Alpaugh, and I rate him very highly.

  • Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    On a day when many people stayed home due to a snowstorm cleanup, this provider was in the office, which made for an expedient visit. Glad we could both show up for what would have been an easy appointment to cancel.

  • Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Seeing Kyle Alfa is always a great pleasure and very informative and very professional. I highly recommend him to anyone.

  • Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Doctor was very informative about my care and answered all our questions. I was very pleased as this was a very complicated and painful surgery.

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Superb !!!!

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Great clinician, good interpersonal skills. Upbeat and pleasant.

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Attentive and knowledgeable

  • Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    [redacted] it was a positive overall experience [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    Informational visit for me But Dr Alpaugh will definitely be the surgeon I use when I need my knee done

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Caring and professional.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Took very good care of me, always informed me what was happening, what my options were, so I'm very pleased. I'll be going back there if I need my right knee done, and that's about it.

  • Reviewed on 1/5/2026

    Dr. Alpaugh always put my well-being as his highest priority. In spite of an early set-back, he was clearly determined to reach the best outcome for me. As a result of his and his team's efforts, he succeeded.

  • Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    Dr. Alpaugh is making sure I recover all the way. He listens and does not dismiss or ignore my symptoms and concerns.

  • Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    Pleasantly surprised how easy it was to talk to doctors.

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Quick but thorough.

  • Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh and his team made my time at MGH one in which I truly felt they were giving me the best possible care. They provided me answers to my questions which assured me comfort, confidence and respect.

  • Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh lived up to my high expectations for a Mass General Surgeon. Caring, detailed, listened, took his time, reviewed the medical records and made suggestions that worked with my input. I am looking forward to my partial knee replacement being performed by Dr. Alpaugh on [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh was friendly, and explain things clearly and encouraged questions and answered them well.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr Kyle Alpaugh does a terrific job.

  • Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    I have been in excruciating pain in my buttocks, I have been getting injections from a different doctor and I've been in PT. My PT person wrote a summary for the doctor and I don't know if he looked at it. He didn't really address my problem I still don't know what's causing this pain And it's excruciating. That's the main reason I went to see him. He took x-rays of my leg but he never went over anything with me as far as the x-rays he suggested I go to Dr [redacted] for injections, but I wanna know what's causing the pain and what would be the purpose of the injection. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    Very competent

  • Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    I thought the provider was very bright and competent. I liked his answers to most questions

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr Alpaugh spent 45 min with us explaining my options. He was very thoughtful and was a great listener. He went through risks and benefits and asked if we had questions. He answered all of our questions and when I left this appointment I felt a lot better.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Professional

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    He is definitely 100% the best.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    I had a great experience with my surgeon [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    He was answering all my questions and he was trying his best to be understanding and answer as best he could and he helped me with the final decision so he seemed knowledgeable enough to be respected [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    Hi, the doctor was very clear and concise in terms of what my condition was and what the treatment plan was. Thank you very much.

  • Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    This provider performed surgery on my right hip. I have no complaints. He seems to take pride in his work?. I would recommend him to others. I gave him a 9 because there is always room for improvement.

  • Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    Not to bad. Wish we could discuss more details. What I should do.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    So far, so good. I just met with this new doctor, Dr. Alpaugh, and his nurse, [redacted]. Everything was great with my meeting, and I've lined up a date for knee surgery. [redacted] But I'm very happy so far and have made a decision to go with him. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    Very friendly, explained my issues and future surgery thoroughly

  • Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    He was very interested in my situation. He listened to everything I had to say. He's easy to talk to, warm and welcoming, which is very much appreciated.

  • Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    This surgery is much more extensive than we expected. Why will he not see me again before surgery? He did not explain why he will sever a tendon. Which tendon? Evidently walking unassisted will become impossible. Why? He did not offer a pre or post operative plan.

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Pleasant and a good listener [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh is a great surgeon. He did my total knee replacement a year ago, and my leg is like new! I can quickly go up and down stairs, do daily walks and have an active life. There is never any pain. Dr. Alpaugh was willing to answer any question I had about the procedure, show me the xrays and provide a thorough explanation of the actual replacement parts on my knee. Great job!

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Great teamwork

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    The provider was very professional

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh and his PA, [redacted] were professional and helpful in their clinical explanations. They explained things well and were both fully present and listened.

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    It was a bit of a wait but was well worth it because Dr Alpaugh listened to what I had to say and explained in detail what was going to happen and what could happen if things didn't go exactly as planned. He also explained how long it could take to heal and some adverse situations could happen during recovery.

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Great surgeon !

  • Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr Alpaugh and his associates were so kind and gracious, that it made my experience with my knee replacement as simple as possible. Never mind that he did a great job, I'm pain free for the first time that I can remember. He's an awesome doctor!

  • Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Positive and reassuring experience

  • Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh and his team were excellent from the beginning to the end. And he is very collaborative and his team is very thorough. I felt very confident and he was very collaborative, did not rush, spent a lot of time, and actually I'm incredibly hopeful that he's given me a path forward for some type of surgery when another surgeon in another network did not provide that. So excellent, excellent, definitely recommend highly Dr. Alpaugh and his team.

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh has been excellent. Saved my knee [redacted] years ago. I definitely would/will come back to him for any further orthopedic treatment/surgery.

  • Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    Everyone was pleasant, patient and informative. I could not ask for better care.

  • Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    The team is incredible

  • Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    very accommodating and professional

  • Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Very positive. Took my complete medical situation into account.

  • Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    He seemed very caring and kind.

  • Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Very positive experience.Very kind.

  • Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Always thorough. Professional

  • Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    The Doctor is a wonderful and caring individual. Who I would recommend to anyone. I have always felt comfortable when I go to his office and his expertise is outstanding.

  • Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh operated on my right hip and leg for a broken femur and partial revision arthroplasty. The surgery was done on an emergency basis on Labor Day weekend. I was grateful that Dr. Alpaugh was available and willing to help me. During my one-month follow-up appointment, he spent ample time with me to discuss progress and next steps. He is a highly skilled surgeon with a pleasant manner. I felt absolutely confident in his care.

  • Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh was kind, patient and helpful in all areas of my care.

  • Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    All around wonderful experience.

  • Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    He was very professional yet kind

  • Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Excellent, knowledgeable and personable!

  • Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Excellent care by Dr ALPAUGH!

  • Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    So far so good

  • Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    He(they) explained everything in a very professional manner and explained things like Ex-Rays in a way I could understand.

  • Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    Very competent treated me well

  • Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    Dr Alpaugh is awesome! I can walk again!!!! I cannot thank you enough Dr Alpaugh! [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Excellent result, very happy

  • Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    I saw Dr Alpaugh's intern first who answered the questions I had.

  • Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    He is kind and caring

  • Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh is one of the best doctors I've ever encountered. Not only was he compassionate and extremely talented in the procedure he performed on me, but his attitude as far as listening and him allowing the time to voice my concerns conceptual.

  • Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    He was very kind & explained things to me so I understood what he was going to for my surgery & the time frame for recovery.

  • Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Best provider ever !!!

  • Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    The last provider I encountered, I felt very comfortable with in discussing my concerns about a possible knee surgical procedure and risks for a satisfactory outcome as a result of my age and my existing medical issues that my be a complicating factor. The doctor was compassionate, good listener and provided me realistic information for me to make a rational decision.

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh and his staff are awesome

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Positive eval

  • Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    I feel confident that my medical issues will be addressed properly.

  • Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    I was very impressed with the time he spent with me. He listened to my concerns and was honest about my plan of recovery. I didn't feel rushed and he explained to me in ways I could understood.

  • Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Great surgeon to speak with and to whom I will trust a knee replacement.

  • Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Everyone was extremely helpful from the receptionist showing me where to go for x-rays. The only problem was they're extremely busy and myself. Other people waited over an hour and a half to see the doctor but not the doctor's fault. He was wonderful very understanding. It was a very good visit

  • Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Drs and nurses and staff were all excellent

  • Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Excellent, beyond expectations.

  • Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    I saw both Dr. Alpaugh and his resident Dr. [redacted] and appreciated their concern for my pain issues. They both answered my questions and explained everything about my condition with my right hip. They did not push for surgery now but want to see me in 3 months to re-evaluate my condition. I appreciate that path righ now.

  • Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    Excellent doctor

  • Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Excellent professional with a REMARKABLE understanding of the humanities

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    I write this almost exactly one year post surgery, and can say with complete confidence that Dr. Alpaugh is, in a word, outstanding. Not only was my hip replacement surgery a complete success, it was also life changing. My recovery was minimal, my pain was negligible, and my quality of life has improved exponentially. Alpaugh and his staff consistently demonstrate a commitment to care that is, in my opinion, rare if not unrivaled. In a world where people are quick to complain and slow to compliment, I am so glad to have this opportunity to share this feedback.

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Dr Alpaugh explained things in an easy to understand manner, listened to and answered all of my questions and concerns which helped make me comfortable with my hip surgery.

  • Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh is a wonderful, and kind Doctor with a great smile :)) He always took the time to answer all my questions and is very encouraging in my progress. I am glad he did my hip replacement.

  • Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    He was pleasant and answered all my questions He took his time examining my knee and asked if I had any questions. Very Pleasant visit. Will use him for my next knee. Very pleased

  • Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    He was late to the appointment but spent as much time as needed to cover my issues. There was no discussion of whether there were other options available besides TKR.

  • Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Dr Alpaugh is a wonderful doctor. He is kind, professional and would not hesitate to recommend him to my friend

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh is the best! He is pleasant, courteous, interested in my concerns, and thoughtful. He is never condescending. I have been extremely happy with my hip replacement.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Very helpful in explaining my condition

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    I was given a shot in each knee, but it was not reported on patient gateway.

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr Alpaugh and his team are total professionals

  • Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Hi, this is [redacted], and I think the experience was awesome. The doctor was very great, and I'm looking forward to the surgery and, you know, staying in touch with him. I appreciate it. Thank you very much. [redacted] Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    I have dealt with left hip pain for over a year and since the end of [redacted] it has become unbearable to the extent that I am on short term disability from work. I have seen a NH Orthopedic surgeon, [redacted] and have been in Mass General's ED. None of them listened like Dr. Alpaugh! Even he said during my appointment, that I do not have any quality of life. The exact same thing I have been saying, but no one else listened!

  • Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    Thank you!!

  • Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    The provider was very caring and understanding. A knowledgeable and supportive person

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Very knowledgeable. Treated me as a person and addressed all my questions

  • Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh and his PA were both wonderful. I had my 1 year R hip replacement visit but I really wanted to talk about my L knee(which was replaced 5 yea ago). I had no issues with my hip. Both providers did thorough exams of my knee and hip. I am a retired surgical provider myself and I couldn't ask for a better team. Although I didn't get the answer about my knee that I wanted to hear, their explanations were sound and evidence based. I appreciated their honesty.

  • Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    He fully understands the issue I was having and explained to me that my previous knee replacement surgery that was performed on my knee the hardware was loose and I needed to have surgery a second time

  • Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Doc is a miricle worker. My knee feels great. The xray showed that all the things inplanted on my knee were still perfectly in place.

  • Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Very indifferent to my complaints of pain and cracking in my knee. Looked at me as if I was feigning the pain.

  • Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    An outstanding surgeon! I feel so fortunate to have had him.

  • Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    He knew my file and info I look forward to my next visit and hopefully some relief.

  • Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    I had left hip surgery on 2023 with Dr. Kyle Alpaugh and it was very successful. He knows what he is doing, and he is always concerned about his patients.

  • Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Explained the procedure and answered all my questions

  • Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Yes, Dr. Alpaugh is very professional. He's a great orthopedic surgeon. I'm glad he did my hip. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    This was the first time that I had met the doctor, and given that I'm undergoing surgery, I was quite anxious to meet him. I had a very good experience. He was especially good at answering questions, and very personable, which I definitely appreciated, and he seemed to instill confidence.

  • Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Dr alpaugh had recommendations that I trust and made sure I understood some issues specific to me

  • Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Provider was excellent, could not have been better.

  • Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Everything went well....Dr explained the whole procedure...felt very comfortable and at ease

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    Very caring and professional

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    Polite

  • Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh was very thorough and explained everything in detail. He took time to answer all my questions.

  • Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    Doc alpaugh is very nice and explained every thing in terms I could understand

  • Reviewed on 6/14/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh listened and explained my x ray. Also examined me carefully to find the cause of my pain

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    No comment, very short visit

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Well, I don't think there's a better orthopedic doctor around than Dr. Alpaugh. I've been going to him for quite a while and I've had experience some of his work. I had a knee transplant and he did an excellent job. I highly recommend him.

  • Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Was very appreciative of the provider's detailed explanations of possible solutions of the issues.

  • Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    Dr Alpaugh thoroughly explained results of my tests and what treatment was warranted. He explained upcoming surgery and answered all of my questions. I never felt rushed throughout appointment.

  • Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    The provider was great, but not the nurse as she presented "opinionated", not a good listener, appear fix in her presentation, minimal eye contact, there was no rapport, more distant

  • Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    Feel confident with this provider

  • Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    I found Dr. Alpa to be very knowledgeable, very caring, a very good orthopedic surgeon and I definitely would recommend him to any of my friends and family, period. He listens, he's a very good listener and listens to your questions and explains things.

  • Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    I visited with Kyle Alpaugh and his assessment was excellent and gave me a lot of comfort and a lot of encouragement as to how to correct my situation. Very high respect for Dr. Alpaugh and what he was able to achieve in me both from my hip replacement and from my visit in May. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    I can't imagine a better physician. Thoughtful, easy to speak to, great bedside manner, and wonderful in every way. One of the best physicians I have ever met!

  • Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    My experience was overall good. The only issue I had was with referrals. I was supposed to receive two referrals, but they were not mentioned in the after visit summary. I had to track them down by making numerous phone calls after the appointment. My previous provider (UCSD health) always mentioned the referrals in my after visit summary, so it was easy to follow up on them.

  • Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    Dr Alpaugh gave me the confidence I needed to move forward with my procedure. I feel reassured that I will have the best care in my procedure.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Very knowledgeable and addressed my concerns with understanding and communication that was clear and easy to understand .

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr. Alpaugh had the most informative conversation regarding my situation. He was direct and gave me alot of information to think about.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    Warm, caring, professional.

  • Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    He was down-to-earth, calm, and friendly (made a few jokes which helps a patient relax).

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    The Staff was professional. I believe [redacted] The Resident Dr [redacted] Dr Alpaugh [redacted] Great Team

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    It was my first visit to this surgeon. He was aware of my history

  • Reviewed on 4/5/2025

    Nothing more. they covered it all. Great experience.

  • Reviewed on 4/5/2025

    Fantastic

  • Reviewed on 4/5/2025

    She's an excellent doctor and listens to you.