"Board-certified orthopedic surgeon Venkat Rapuri, M.D., is fellowship-trained in adult reconstruction (total joint replacement surgeries). He has more than two decades of clinical experience focused on providing advanced and minimally invasive orthopedic surgical care to active individuals and athletes.Fellowship-trained in adult reconstruction</li>Fellow, American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons</li>Fellow, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons</li></ul>Dr. Rapuri received his medical degree from the Guntur Medical College, NTR University of Health Sciences in Guntur, India, in 1994. He went on to train in the area of general surgery through the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom before earning his master's degree in orthopaedics at James Cook University Hospital in Teesside, U.K. Dr. Rapuri came to the United States in 2003 to complete his internship and orthopedic residency training at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pa., followed by fellowship training in adult reconstruction at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz.Dr. Rapuri's areas of special focus include traditional and less-invasive surgical approaches to hip replacement, with the majority of his primary hip replacement procedures taking place through the table-less Direct Anterior Approach. He also focuses on custom and uni-knee replacements, hip and knee revision surgery, and treatments for hip and knee trauma and joint infections.Prior to joining Orthopedic Medicine Specialists, Dr. Rapuri worked as an adult reconstructive orthopedic surgeon with Healthspan Medical Group and Ahuja Medical Center in Ohio. He has also consulted in the area of surgeon education.WATCH NOW:</h5>Patient Testimonial: Jessie Hunt - Orthopedic Medicine Specialists</a>". Dr. Rapuri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Knock Knees, Hip Replacement, and Synovectomy.

Jack Drogt, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in hip and knee arthritis and joint replacement, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. Longtime recipient of Top Doctor from Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, Dr. Drogt is widely respected among fellow physicians and patients. “As a hip and knee specialist, an orthopedic surgeon, and former president of Summit Orthopedics, I’m dedicated to providing patients with the highest level of care available,” he explains. “Our expertise extends beyond orthopedic care. We’re enabling people to live the lives they love.” Dr. Drogt supports underserved communities through One World Surgery, of which Summit Orthopedics is a founding partner. Dr. Drogt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Knock Knees, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Jatin Prakash practices in New Delhi, India. Mr. Prakash is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Knock Knees, Bowlegs, Cirrhosis, Osteotomy, and Knee Replacement.

Dominique Saragaglia practices in La Tronche, France. Saragaglia is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. Their top areas of expertise are Bowlegs, Osteoarthritis, Hypermobile Joints, Osteotomy, and Knee Replacement.

Anil Mehtani practices in New Delhi, India. Mr. Mehtani is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Bowlegs, Clubfoot, Mycetoma, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy.

Alfredo Arrojas is an Orthopedics provider in Vero Beach, Florida. Dr. Arrojas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Bowlegs, Knock Knees, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Arrojas is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Joel Dennison is an orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in adult hip and knee reconstruction. His areas of focus include simple and complex hip and knee replacements, revision and infection arthroplasty surgeries, and management of orthopedic trauma injuries. Dr. Dennison served the orthopedic health needs of Central Texans for five years before heading to Ohio in 2024 to complete his fellowship training. During his time in Central Texas, he also provided mentorship to aspiring medical professionals and performed high school and college pre-athletic physicals.Dr. Dennison earned his medical degree from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in Lubbock. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple, Texas, before heading to Ohio to complete his adult reconstruction fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Dennison is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. Dr. Dennison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Bowlegs, Osteoarthritis, and Knock Knees.

. Dr. Mills is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Knock Knees, Bowlegs, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Contrucci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Scoliosis, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

Vineet Shah is an Orthopedics provider in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Mikhail A. Klimstra, M.D., is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in knee, hip, and shoulder care, serving patients in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. He completed his sports medicine fellowship at the University of New Mexico Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation. “The core of my practice is sitting down and talking with patients about their individual concern or problem, offering my insight and guidance about that problem, then working together to find the best option or treatment strategy for them,” Dr. Klimstra said. “It’s important to note that the best strategy may not be surgery.”. Dr. Klimstra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Osteoarthritis, Baker Cyst, and Infectious Arthritis.

Michael Baer, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in hip and knee arthritis and joint replacement, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. After residency, he attended the renowned Scripps Clinic Adult Reconstruction Fellowship, where he received specialized training in simple and complex hip and knee arthroplasty, revision arthroplasty, and nonarthroplasty joint preservation. “Spending ample time at the beginning leads to a high rate of successful surgeries that get patients back to a life that they’ll enjoy and find meaningful,” Dr. Baer shares. Dr. Baer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Knock Knees, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

Patrick Riggins, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine and a passion for restoring patients to full health, whether through conservative care or surgery. A Florida native who fell in love with the Appalachian Highlands, Dr. Riggins has served the Kingsport community for more than 30 years. Known for listening closely and treating patients, not just test results, he combines hands-on expertise with compassion and faith. Dr. Riggins has long served as the team physician for Dobyns-Bennett and Gate City high schools and is deeply committed to supporting local athletes. Outside of work, he enjoys outdoor sports, strength training, and time with family. Dr. Riggins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Nicolas Piuzzi is an Orthopedics provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Piuzzi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Viktor Krebs is an Orthopedics provider in Avon, Ohio. Dr. Krebs has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Acute Pain, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Paul Metzger is an Orthopedics provider in Folsom, California. Dr. Metzger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Bowlegs, Osteoarthritis, Knock Knees, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Metzger is currently accepting new patients.

Colin Kingston is a Sports Medicine specialist and an Orthopedics provider in Hampton, Virginia. Dr. Kingston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Kingston is currently accepting new patients.

. Dr. Pavlides is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Baker Cyst, Knock Knees, and Hip Replacement.

. Dr. Mcalpine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowlegs. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia, Scoliosis, and Short Stature (Growth Disorders).