Erik Ekstrom, M.D., is an interventional spine physician and physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at Summit Orthopedics. He provides nonsurgical neck, back, and spine care, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. Special interests include minimally invasive spine therapies, the innovative Intracept Procedure, and sports injuries. Dr. Ekstrom is a frequent recipient of the Top Doctor designation in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. “I believe in listening to patients and making them feel comfortable,” Dr. Ekstrom explains. “For me, the most gratifying part of the work is finding the problem and fixing it so patients can return to their usual activities.” He is an avid cyclist and cross-country skier. Dr. Ekstrom is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Coccydynia, Facet Joint Syndrome, Spinal Stenosis, and Sciatica.

Andrew Clary, D.O., is an interventional spine physician, physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at Summit Orthopedics. He provides nonsurgical neck, back, and spine care, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. Special interests include regenerative medicine, headaches, and sports injuries. He completed an interventional pain medicine fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. “The largest segment of my practice is treating spine-related pain,” explains Dr. Clary. “Spinal stenosis treatment, in particular, is probably 60 percent of my practice. Spinal stenosis can cause back or leg pain, buttock pain, foot pain, neck, arm, and shoulder pain. I find it incredibly rewarding to be able to relieve a patient’s pain.”. Dr. Clary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, and Facet Joint Syndrome.

Reed C. Williams, M.D., M.B.S., R.M.S.K., is a physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) physician specializing in nonoperative sports, musculoskeletal, and diagnostic and interventional ultrasound medicine at Summit Orthopedics. After his residency at Temple University in Philadelphia, he completed his fellowship at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle Washington. Dr. Williams strongly believes "that the art of medicine is just as important as the science behind it.". Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, and Tenotomy.

David Strothman, M.D., is a spine surgeon at Summit Orthopedics, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul metro patients. He specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery; cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions; and adult scoliosis. Dr. Strothman is a frequent recipient of Mpls.St.Paul Magazine’s Top Doctor and Rising Star awards. He completed a fellowship in orthopedic spine at Twin Cities Spine Center. “Spinal disorders are complex and disabling,” explains Dr. Strothman. “As your surgeon, I will explain your diagnosis and treatment options, both operative and nonoperative, in a way that you can understand thereby allowing you to make informed decisions. I am rewarded daily by improving the quality of life of patients receiving my care.”. Dr. Strothman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disk, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Edward Santos, M.D., is a spine surgeon at Summit Orthopedics, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul metro patients. He completed four fellowships: Adult Orthopaedic Reconstruction at the University of Minnesota, Spine Surgery at Twin Cities Spine Center, Revision Joint Surgery and Transplantation in Australia, and Spine Surgery in Australia. As an associate professor at the University of Minnesota, he educated medical residents for over a decade. He is a frequent Top Doctor recipient from Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. He says, “I want to be the doctor with whom patients can share their fears and concerns and dreams. And when they tell me I’ve changed their life and given them back their life? Without a doubt, that’s the best part of my job.". Dr. Santos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Kirk Scofield, M.D., C.A.Q., is an orthopedic sports medicine physician at Summit Orthopedics specializing in nonsurgical treatment of knee, shoulder, hip, foot, and ankle concerns. He has a special interest in musculoskeletal ultrasound, regenerative medicine, Tenex technology, and running/endurance injuries. He completed his fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Scofield is also an athlete and Ironman finisher. “My training encompasses movement analysis, body mechanics, concussion management, nutrition, and cardiovascular issues related to athletes,” he says. He serves as team physician for collegiate and high school athletes, and medical provider to U.S. Olympics (marathon and endurance events). Dr. Scofield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis.

Steven Stulc, D.O., is an interventional spine physician at Summit Orthopedics specializing in nonsurgical treatment of neck, back, and spine conditions and injuries. He has a special interest in physical medicine and rehabilitation, vertebral compression fractures, and regenerative medicine (including platelet-rich plasma and bone marrow aspirate concentrate injections). He completed a fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at Penn State University. “My goal is to treat patients with a comprehensive approach to their spine-related disorders, understanding that improving pain and function can have a tremendous impact on quality of life,” says Dr. Stulc. Dr. Stulc is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Facet Joint Syndrome, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, and Coccydynia.

Nancy Nyongesa is a Nurse Practitioner in Burnsville, Minnesota. Ms. Nyongesa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Muscle Spasms. Ms. Nyongesa is currently accepting new patients.

Austin Heneman is a Pain Medicine provider in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Dr. Heneman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Heneman is currently accepting new patients.

Gregory Crewdson is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist in Maplewood, Minnesota. Dr. Crewdson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Crewdson is currently accepting new patients.

Sally Kangas is a Nurse Practitioner in Edina, Minnesota. Ms. Kangas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. Ms. Kangas is currently accepting new patients.

Andrew Pisansky is an Anesthesiologist and a Physiatrist in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Dr. Pisansky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Pisansky is currently accepting new patients.

Tanner Verduzco is a Physician Assistant in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Mr. Verduzco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Cervical Spondylosis, and Muscle Spasms. Mr. Verduzco is currently accepting new patients.

Samantha Lahr is a Pain Medicine provider in Edina, Minnesota. Dr. Lahr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Lahr is currently accepting new patients.

Lul Kassim is a Nurse Practitioner in Woodbury, Minnesota. Ms. Kassim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. Her top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Chronic Pain, and Diabetic Neuropathy.

Annette Schmit-Cline is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Montevideo, Minnesota. Dr. Schmit-Cline is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Fainting. Dr. Schmit-Cline is currently accepting new patients.

Francille Knowles is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Knowles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Sciatica. Dr. Knowles is currently accepting new patients.

Stephen Gilles is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Ulm, Minnesota. Dr. Gilles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Idiopathic Edema, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Gilles is currently accepting new patients.

Bryana Andert is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in New Ulm, Minnesota. Dr. Andert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Melorheostosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis. Dr. Andert is currently accepting new patients.

Henrik Slots is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Woodbury, Minnesota. Dr. Slots is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sciatica. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Slots is currently accepting new patients.