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3/14/2018

Why ACL Injuries Didn’t Stop Olympian Lindsey Vonn

Sports team surgeons Drs. Skendzel and Warner discuss Summit’s specialized care for ACL injuries. Watching Alpine skiers hurtle down the slopes is one of the most exhilarating experiences of the Winter Olympic Games. But mastering downhill speed can come at a price. ACL injuries are a serious risk for Alpine skiers Alpine skiers are at…
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2/28/2018

Dr. Breien Discusses Surgical Advances In Knee Replacement

Surgical advances improve patient outcomes and patient experience. No one’s knees escape the ravages of age. Over time, wear and tear—if not outright injury—takes a toll on the cartilage that cushions the bones in the knee. As cartilage deteriorates, the knee joint becomes stiff and painful. Losing the ability to move fluidly and painlessly can…
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2/14/2018

Introducing David Spight, D.O. [Video]

Meet the Expert: Doctor Bio Video Series David Spight, D.O. is a non-operative spine specialist at Summit Orthopedics in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. His specialties include physical medicine & rehabilitation, interventional spine procedures, lumbar spine, and lumbar spine disorders. Meet Dr. David Spight Dr. Spight’s approach: “My greatest satisfaction in medicine is having the opportunity to educate patients about…
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2/12/2018

Summit Orthopedics named Official Team Physicians for Afton Alps and Team Afton

Summit Drs. Rupke, Skendzel, Su, and Warner proud to care for Team Afton skiers. Summit Orthopedics and Afton Alps are pleased to announce that Summit has been named Official Team Physicians for Afton Alps and Team Afton coaches, ski patrol, staff, competitive skiers, and their families. The Team Afton athletes are based at the Afton…
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2/8/2018

Thank you, Dr. Wills!

First, THANK YOU Dr. Wills! My story starts as little or in my mind as “long” as 2 months ago. What we thought was a re-injury to a tear in my lower back from a year ago turned into later finding out I had a herniated disk in my lower back which was causing 100%…
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1/31/2018

Introducing Trevor Wahlquist, M.D. [Video]

Meet the Expert: Doctor Bio Video Series Introducing Trevor Wahlquist, M.D., a fellowship-trained spine specialist at Summit Orthopedics in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. He specializes in back and neck surgery. Meet Trevor Wahlquist, M.D. Dr. Wahlquist’s approach: “Ensuring people are living healthy and active lifestyles is important to me. I strive to work together with patients to find non-operative and…
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1/17/2018

Ask Dr. Breien: How Is A Failed Knee Implant Treated?

Dr. Breien explains the most common causes of a failed knee implant, and the repairs available. Knee replacement surgery is an excellent option when conservative therapies fail. “A knee injury or arthritis can severely limit day-to-day activities,” says knee surgeon Dr. Kristoffer Breien. “And painful knees can hamper patients in a broad age spectrum. But…
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1/17/2018

Ask Dr. Breien: How Long Will A Knee Implant Last?

Dr. Breien explains how patients have some control over the life of their knee implant. Osteoarthritis affects an estimated 27 million Americans. Although the risk of developing this disease increases with age, it is not a disease confined to the elderly. At Summit, we treat patients in their 20s and 30s for osteoarthritic conditions. When…
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12/27/2017

Introducing Michael Anderson, D.O. [Video]

Meet the Expert: Doctor Bio Video Series Introducing Michael Anderson, D.O., a foot and ankle surgeon for Summit Orthopedics in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. His specialties include ankle arthroscopy, ankle arthritis, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, bunions, hallux rigidus, and sports related injuries of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. Meet the Expert: Michael Anderson, D.O. Dr. Anderson’s approach:…
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