Best Orthopedic Surgeons and Bone Surgeons in Blaine, MN

I am a fellowship-trained orthopedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in the surgical treatment of knee and shoulder disorders. My clinical interests include rotator cuff tears, shoulder arthritis, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, and meniscus tears. My goal as an orthopedic surgeon is to return patients back to their pre-injury levels and doing the things that they enjoy doing most. I take a patient-first approach to understand the problem, patient goals, and use a shared-decision making model to develop an appropriate treatment plan.

I am an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement, as well as surgical fixation of bone fractures. I am committed to providing compassionate care to my patients based on sound medical knowledge, good clinical judgment and experience. I am a critical thinker who believes that the key to good patient outcomes and great satisfaction is effective communication and mutual trust between the patient and the physician. My ultimate goal from every encounter is shared decision making and a treatment plan that incorporates the patient's needs, preferences and beliefs.

As a physician assistant and previous athletic trainer, I have always had a passion for orthopedics and sports medicine. I see patients with hand and wrist injuries or pain and work closely with our hand and wrist surgeons. I love caring for sports-related injuries and helping athletes return to play. I strive to provide quality, patient-centered care that fits the needs of each individual and allows them to return to the activities they love.