Overview
Practice philosophy:I believe in treating patients the same as I would my family, spending as much time as necessary until all of their questions are answered, they understand the diagnosis, and they are comfortable with the plan that we establish together as a team (surgical or nonsurgical).
His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, Ganglion Cyst, Hip Replacement, and Fasciotomy.
Dr. Wechter is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wechter is currently accepting new patients.
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
775 Prairie Center Drive, Suite 400, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John F. Wechter
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John F. Wechter?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John F. Wechter by calling their office at 952-946-9777. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John F. Wechter a top-rated expert for Hip Replacement?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John F. Wechter is classified as an Experienced expert for Hip Replacement, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. John F. Wechter specialize in?
While Dr. John F. Wechter is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Hip Replacement, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Rhizarthrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. John F. Wechter participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John F. Wechter has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hip Replacement. You can view a list of Dr. John F. Wechter's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John F. Wechter accept my insurance?
Dr. John F. Wechter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AmeriHealth. We recommend calling the office directly at 952-946-9777 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- BursitisDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- FasciotomyDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Fasciotomy.
- Ganglion CystDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- TendinitisDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Wechter isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.