The 20 Best Osteoarthritis Doctors Near Me in Rochester, MN

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The 20 Best Osteoarthritis Doctors near Rochester, MN

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 78 doctor with experience in Osteoarthritis near Rochester, MN. Of these, 51 are Experienced, 17 are Distinguished, 9 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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78 providers found
    Elite in Osteoarthritis
    Elite in Osteoarthritis

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Abdel is a Physiatrist in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Abdel is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Sports Medicine
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Sports Medicine

    MN - Ortho SMC

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Krych is a Sports Medicine provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Krych is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Hypermobile Joints, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Trousdale is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Trousdale is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Collins Pope Syndrome, Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

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    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Taunton is a Physiatrist in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Taunton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Lewallen is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Lewallen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Pagnano is a Physiatrist in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Pagnano is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joaquin Sanchez is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Sanchez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteochondritis Dissecans, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bone Graft, and Knee Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rafael Sierra is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Sierra is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteonecrosis, Osteoarthritis, Collins Pope Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Sperling is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Sperling is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Hypermobile Joints, Tendinitis, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Berry is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Berry is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Hannon is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Hannon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Sports Medicine
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Sports Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Stuart is a Sports Medicine provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Stuart is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Hypermobile Joints, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Osteotomy, and Knee Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Bedard is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Bedard is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Physiatry
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Physiatry

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Perry is a Physiatrist in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Perry has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Sports Medicine
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Sports Medicine

    MN - Ortho SMC

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Saris is a Sports Medicine provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Saris is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Arthritis, Osteotomy, and Knee Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tad Mabry is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Mabry is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Olmsted Medical Center

    1650 4th St SE, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Kirsch is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Kirsch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
    Orthopedics

    Olmsted Medical Center

    1650 4th St SE, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Herr is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Herr is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.

    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Osteoarthritis
    Thoracic Surgery

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allison Backer is a Thoracic Surgeon in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Backer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bronchiectasis, and Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica.

    Advanced in Osteoarthritis
    Advanced in Osteoarthritis

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Ryssman is a Physiatrist in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Ryssman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Osteoarthritis, Ganglion Cyst, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Osteoarthritis?

    Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disorder. It is due to aging and wear and tear on a joint.

    When should I see an Osteoarthritis doctor near Rochester, MN?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Osteoarthritis doctor near Rochester, MN?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Osteoarthritis doctors near Rochester, MN?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Osteoarthritis doctors near Rochester, MN?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Osteoarthritis doctor near Rochester, MN?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Osteoarthritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Osteoarthritis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Osteoarthritis doctor near Rochester, MN?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Osteoarthritis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Osteoarthritis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Osteoarthritis doctors near Rochester, MN?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Osteoarthritis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Osteoarthritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Osteoarthritis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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