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Orthopaedic Surgeons in Minnesota

Orthopaedic surgeons specialise in bones, joints, muscles and ligaments, with and without surgery. Below are 36 orthopaedic surgeons practising in Minnesota, across Rochester, Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Duluth, St Louis Park and Bloomington, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Orthopaedic Surgeons in Minnesota

  1. Lainey G. Grove, MD Orthopaedics Rochester, MN 55905
  2. George R. Hanson, MD Orthopaedics Minneapolis, MN 55404
  3. Peter Daly, MD Orthopaedics Saint Paul, MN 55102
  4. Thomas G. Patnoe Orthopaedics Duluth, MN 55805
  5. Christine M. Pui, MD Orthopaedics St Louis Park, MN 55426
  6. Jeffrey J. Mair Orthopaedics Bloomington, MN 55431
  7. Justin A. Walker, MD Orthopaedics Edina, MN 55435
  8. David C. Fey, MD Orthopaedics Burnsville, MN 55337
  9. Bryan J. Nestor, MD Orthopaedics Woodbury, MN 55125
  10. Steven A. Samborski, MD Orthopaedics Plymouth, MN 55442
  11. James H. Nelson, MD Orthopaedics Alexandria, MN 56308
  12. David L. Kaus, MD Orthopaedics Sartell, MN 56377
  13. Jacqueline Corona, MD Orthopaedics Mankato, MN 56001
  14. Kevin E. Lindgren, MD Orthopaedics Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
  15. Philip H. Haley, MD Orthopaedics Fridley, MN 55432
  16. David A. Kittleson, MD Orthopaedics Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
  17. Richard A. Davis, MD Orthopaedics Waconia, MN 55387
  18. Amy E. Lelwica, MD Orthopaedics Brainerd, MN 56401
  19. David Jorgensen, MD Orthopaedics Little Falls, MN 56345
  20. Diane M. Palkert, MD Orthopaedics Crosby, MN 56441
  21. Thomas J. Kaiser, MD Orthopaedics Faribault, MN 55021
  22. Joseph P. Nessler, MD Orthopaedics Saint Cloud, MN 56303
  23. Erik S. Stroemer, MD Orthopaedics Eagan, MN 55121
  24. Thomas N. Conner, MD Orthopaedics Robbinsdale, MN 55422
  25. Francis Cormier, MD Orthopaedics Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
  26. George W. Mathison, MD Orthopaedics Fergus Falls, MN 56537
  27. Jess Brehmer, MD Orthopaedics Red Wing, MN 55066
  28. Harry J. Robinson, MD Orthopaedics Elk River, MN 55330
  29. Terrance L. Johnson, MD Orthopaedics Bemidji, MN 56601
  30. Charles Moser, MD Orthopaedics Maplewood, MN 55109
  31. Brian W. Nelson, MD Orthopaedics Roseville, MN 55113
  32. Lawrence V. Page, DO Orthopaedics New Ulm, MN 56073
  33. Michael B. Stuart Orthopaedics New Prague, MN 56071
  34. Dana J. Harms, MD Orthopaedics Buffalo, MN 55313
  35. Jonathan C. Haas, MD Orthopaedics Willmar, MN 56201
  36. Rodney D. Brandt, MD Orthopaedics Montevideo, MN 56265

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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

This page lists 36 orthopaedic surgeons practising in Minnesota, including Rochester, Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Duluth, St Louis Park and Bloomington, 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 Minnesota?

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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