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  • When Is the Right Time for Joint Replacement?

    When Is the Right Time for Joint Replacement?

    Orthopedic surgeon and hip and knee replacement specialist Kevin Lindgren, M.D., discusses how to know if it’s time for a joint replacement. Hip or knee arthritis is a long-term, chronic condition that tends to get worse over time. While there are many things you can do to protect your arthritic joint and ways to make…

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  • Meet Dr. Kevin Lindgren

    Meet Dr. Kevin Lindgren

    Get to know Summit hip and knee replacement specialist Kevin Lindgren, M.D., and learn about his approach to orthopedic surgery and patient care. Orthopedic surgeon and hip and knee replacement specialist Kevin Lindgren, M.D., hails from Wisconsin, where he grew up as one of three brothers close in age. (He has an identical twin and…

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  • What Is a Cartilage Injury, and What Can I Do About It?

    What Is a Cartilage Injury, and What Can I Do About It?

    Summit sports medicine surgeon Brian Walters, M.D., discusses cartilage injury, its causes, and treatment options. Broken bones, torn ligaments, muscle tears, and joint sprains — orthopedic problems can come in many forms. One you may not have heard of is cartilage injury. What is cartilage injury? First, let’s make clear what it is not. “Cartilage…

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  • Introducing Brian Walters, M.D. [Video]

    Introducing Brian Walters, M.D. [Video]

    Meet the Expert: Doctor Bio Video Series Summit Orthopedics is delighted to welcome sports medicine surgeon Brian Walters M.D., to the Summit family. Dr. Walters’ practice philosophy Dr. Walters describes his practice approach as developing a two-way relationship with his patients. He works together with patients to find solutions that will address each patient’s goals and lifestyle.…

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  • How Can Older Athletes Stay Active?

    How Can Older Athletes Stay Active?

    Summit orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician Brian Walters, M.D., discusses some tips for older athletes who want to keep playing the sport they love. Whether it’s football, hockey, swimming, racquetball, golf, soccer, or any of a hundred other sports, being an athlete takes time and dedication. For many people, their sport becomes part of…

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  • Meet Brian Walters, M.D.

    Meet Brian Walters, M.D.

    Dr. Walters is a respected sports medicine surgeon in the Twin Cities area who has extensive experience with complex shoulder surgery as well as total knee replacement. Dr. Walters is a respected sports medicine surgeon in the Twin Cities area. He joined Summit Orthopedics after practicing with TRIA in Maple Grove for more than seven…

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  • What’s New in Minimally Invasive Shoulder Surgery?

    What’s New in Minimally Invasive Shoulder Surgery?

    Summit sports medicine and shoulder surgery expert Michael Freehill, M.D., discusses the latest advancements in minimally invasive shoulder surgery. The shoulder joint is special. It’s the only joint in the body capable of rotating 360 degrees. It enables a wide range of motion. That makes it possible for people to do everything from throwing a…

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  • New Options for Shoulder Replacement

    New Options for Shoulder Replacement

    Summit sports medicine and shoulder surgery expert Michael Freehill, M.D., shares details of new shoulder replacement technologies. Shoulder replacement surgery can significantly enhance a patient’s quality of life. But when considering the procedure, some patients are concerned about how the shoulder replacement might limit their lifestyle in the future. Fortunately, the technology involved in shoulder…

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  • Introducing Michael Freehill, M.D. [Video]

    Introducing Michael Freehill, M.D. [Video]

    Meet the Expert: Doctor Bio Video Series Summit Orthopedics is delighted to welcome sports medicine surgeon and shoulder expert Michael Freehill, M.D., to the Summit family. Dr. Michael Freehill’s practice philosophy His practice philosophy is compassionate and patient-centered. “Patients often ask, ‘if I were your family member, what would you recommend for me?’ My response is that I…

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