About Me
Introducing James Gannon, M.D.
Learn more about Dr. James Gannon’s background, specialties, and interests.
Dr. James Gannon’s Approach to Care
“Leading an active lifestyle provides an additional motivation to provide orthopedic care that will allow patients to return to the activities they enjoy.”
Dr. Gannon’s specialties include knee, shoulder, sports medicine, arthroscopy, and joint preservation and restoration. He has practiced in St. Paul for more than 20 years. In some cases, he has cared for three generations of the families who place their trust in us. Dr. Gannon is a frequent recipient of the Top Doctor designation in Mpls./St.Paul Magazine.
Education
Undergraduate Studies
University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, MN
Medical School
University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, MN
Residency
University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, MN
Fellowship
Sports Medicine
Norway and Australia
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Arthroscopy Association of North America, Master Instructor (AANA)
- Minnesota Orthopaedic Society (MOS)
Certifications
- Subspecialty Certification in Sports Medicine, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Activities & Awards
- Voted a “Top Doctor” in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine: 1996–1999, 2001, 2003–2004,2006-–2024
- Voted a “Top Doctor” in Minnesota Monthly: 2018
Team Medical Coverage
Team Physician for White Bear Lake Football
Conditions We Treat
- Meniscus Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Knee Arthritis
- Sports Injuries
- Knee Ligament Injuries
- Cartilage Injuries
- Patellar Dislocation
Common Treatments
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Ligament Repair & Reconstruction
- Cartilage Restoration
- Tendon Repair & Reconstruction
- Therapeutic Injections
- Shoulder Replacement
- Knee Replacement
My Team
My Team
At Summit, each physician works alongside a team of professionals to care for you, our patient.
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Patient Education
Knee Animated Conditions and Treatments Library
Shoulder Animated Conditions and Treatments Library
