About
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.” – James M Gannon, M.D.
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.
Specialties
Conditions We Treat
- 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
Locations
My Team
My Team
At Summit, each physician works alongside a team of professionals to care for you, our patient.
Additional Information About Dr. James Gannon
Education, Memberships, & Awards
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)
Awards
Certifications
- Subspecialty Certification in Sports Medicine, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Team Medical Coverage
Team Physician for White Bear Lake Football
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