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  • Dr. Brent T Warner Featured on WCCO Morning News: Tips to Prevent Winter Sports Injuries

    Dr. Brent T Warner Featured on WCCO Morning News: Tips to Prevent Winter Sports Injuries

    Stay Safe on the Slopes The Winter Olympics have many of us ready to hit the slopes. Whether you are skiing, snowboarding, or trying winter sports for the first time, preparation plays a key role in staying safe and enjoying the season. In a recent WCCO and CBS News Minnesota segment, Dr. Brent T Warner…

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  • Hip Fracture Prevention in Minnesota: Nutrition, Exercises, and Home Safety Tips to Reduce Your Risk

    Hip Fracture Prevention in Minnesota: Nutrition, Exercises, and Home Safety Tips to Reduce Your Risk

    Hip fractures are among the most common orthopedic trauma injuries, and their consequences can be devastating. A broken hip, often caused by a fall, typically requires major surgery to repair, has a long recovery period, and can cause significant problems with long-term mobility. Unquestionably, breaking a hip has a profound impact on a person’s health…

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  • Hip Fracture Recovery: What to Expect After Surgery and During Rehab

    Hip Fracture Recovery: What to Expect After Surgery and During Rehab

    A hip fracture is a painful injury that comes with a difficult recovery. Many people experience long-term decreases in quality of life after breaking a hip, and some people never get back to their previous level of function. However, it is not hopeless — after a hip fracture, there are some things you can do…

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  • Meet the Doc: S. Andrew Samborski, MD  

    Meet the Doc: S. Andrew Samborski, MD  

    A Background Rooted in Minnesota and Advanced Orthopedic Training A Minnesota native who grew up in the western suburbs of Minneapolis, Summit sports medicine and orthopedic trauma specialist Andrew Samborski, MD, played hockey and football at Minnetonka High School. After college, he spent two years pursuing clinical research before attending medical school at the University…

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  • Most Common Ultimate Frisbee Injuries – and How to Prevent Them

    Most Common Ultimate Frisbee Injuries – and How to Prevent Them

    Most Common Ultimate Frisbee Injuries – and How to Prevent Them It’s no surprise in the Land of 10,000 Lakes that many Minnesotans love outdoor activities, including outdoor field sports. One popular, and growing, sport here is Ultimate Frisbee, where two teams of seven players try to score points by passing the Frisbee disc into…

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  • I Want to Get Stronger. Where Do I Start?

    I Want to Get Stronger. Where Do I Start?

    Fitness influencers are everywhere on social media, and the barrage of bite-sized information they provide can be overwhelming. If you want to get stronger — and if you’re like most Americans, you could probably benefit from additional strength — Summit nonoperative sports medicine physician Kersten Schwanz, M.D., has some helpful advice for you. Dr. Schwanz…

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  • Dr. Michael Anderson Featured on WCCO Morning News: How Snow Can Lead to Everyday Injuries

    Dr. Michael Anderson Featured on WCCO Morning News: How Snow Can Lead to Everyday Injuries

    Winter has returned to Minnesota this week. Light snow, cold temperatures, and cloudy skies have made roads and sidewalks slippery. Even though the snow looks calm and peaceful, it can hide ice that makes everyday tasks harder and more dangerous. In a recent CBS Minnesota news story, Summit Orthopedics physician Dr. Michael Anderson explained how…

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  • Summit Orthopedics Announces 2026 Physical Therapist Residency Program

    Summit Orthopedics Announces 2026 Physical Therapist Residency Program

    Applications Closed for Summit Orthopedics’ 2026 Physical Therapist Residency Summit Orthopedics Physical Therapist Residency Program, offering Sports and Orthopedic residency tracks for physical therapists looking to advance their clinical expertise. 2026 Physical Therapist Residency Applications Tracks Offered: Sports Residency and Orthopedic Residency Program Length: 13 months Start Date: August 2026 Positions Available: Up to two…

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  • Dr. Kersten Schwanz Featured on WCCO Morning News: Helping Student-Athletes Stay Healthy This Fall

    Dr. Kersten Schwanz Featured on WCCO Morning News: Helping Student-Athletes Stay Healthy This Fall

    As the school year begins and fall sports kick into high gear, families across Minnesota are cheering on student-athletes as they return to fields, courts, and tracks. With that excitement comes the challenge of keeping young athletes healthy during a busy and physically demanding season. That’s why we’re proud to share that Dr. Kersten Schwanz,…

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