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  • Meet Summit Orthopedics Surgeon Dr. Nick Wills

    Meet Summit Orthopedics Surgeon Dr. Nick Wills

    Meet Summit Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Nick Wills. He draws on skilled expertise to design straightforward solutions—whether he is creating breakfast or the least invasive solution to a patient’s back pain. Every morning, Dr. Nick Wills arrives at clinic early with his breakfast in one hand. “I raid the fridge for fruit, add frozen kale and…

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  • Treatment Options for Dupuytren’s Contracture [Video]

    Treatment Options for Dupuytren’s Contracture [Video]

    Ask the Expert: Hand Video Series About the video: I have Dupuytren’s Contracture; are there treatments besides surgery? Listen to Summit Orthopedics’ experts share treatment options for Dupuytren’s Contracture. Featuring hand surgeons Michael Forseth, M.D., and Robert Anderson, M.D. Meet Michael Forseth, M.D. Dr. Forseth’s approach: “Volunteering overseas, in places like Haiti, Columbia, and Honduras, continues to be a…

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  • Ask Dr. Furmanek: When Should I See A Sports Medicine Specialist For An Injury?

    Ask Dr. Furmanek: When Should I See A Sports Medicine Specialist For An Injury?

    Dr. Jeffrey Furmanek explains the roles of the family practice doctor and the sports medicine specialist, with suggestions to help you chose the best care practitioner.

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  • Ask Dr. Skendzel: Is My Child Safe Playing On Artificial Turf?

    Ask Dr. Skendzel: Is My Child Safe Playing On Artificial Turf?

    Artificial turf is growing in popularity. But concerns have been raised about the safety of these synthetic fields. Dr. Skendzel explains what we know about the safety of artificial turf today, and what we hope to learn from research that is underway. Rise of artificial turf Field athletes in Minnesota are familiar with the tiny…

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  • Ask Dr. Skendzel: How Does My Age Affect ACL Reconstruction Options?

    Ask Dr. Skendzel: How Does My Age Affect ACL Reconstruction Options?

    Multiple treatment options exist for ACL injuries, and new research shows that age is an important factor in selecting treatment for the best outcome.

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  • A Rare Meniscus Transplant Surgery Gives A Young Girl A New Lease On Life

    A Rare Meniscus Transplant Surgery Gives A Young Girl A New Lease On Life

    Most surgeons are well versed in treatments for the painful damaged knee cartilage that typically affects older adults after years of wear and tear. When a young patient suffers cartilage damage, treatment is delicate and requires the specialized expertise offered at Summit Orthopedics. “Children aren’t supposed to have joint problems,” observes Dr. Jack Skendzel. “But…

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  • Meet Hip And Knee Surgeon Dr. Kristoffer Breien

    Meet Hip And Knee Surgeon Dr. Kristoffer Breien

    Selected repeatedly as one of Minnesota’s Top Doctors, Dr. Kristoffer Breien is known for his expertise in treating knee and hip disorders, and for his respectful, down-to-earth bedside manner. Dr. Kristoffer Breien cultivates trust with his patients; his candid sincerity and surgical skill have earned him a place among Minnesota’s Top Doctors list every year…

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  • Ask Dr. Sabers: What Questions Should I Ask Before Committing To A Pain Treatment Program?

    Ask Dr. Sabers: What Questions Should I Ask Before Committing To A Pain Treatment Program?

    When back pain is keeping you from the activities you enjoy, Summit offers a spectrum of treatment options to help you reclaim your life. Dr. Sabers has some suggestions to help you evaluate your options and choose the best treatment for you. No one wants to be in pain. When your back hurts and prevents…

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  • Meet Sports Medicine Surgeon Dr. Scott Pepin

    Meet Sports Medicine Surgeon Dr. Scott Pepin

    Summit Orthopedics welcomes fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeon Dr. Scott Pepin to our sports medicine team. Dr. Pepin draws on his own experiences as an athlete to guide his patients through rehabilitation of sports-related knee and shoulder injuries. “It may sound clichéd, but I have always enjoyed helping people,” grins surgeon Dr. Scott Pepin. When he…

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