Overview
I’m a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery, as well as knee, hip and shoulder replacement. My special interests include hip arthroscopy as well as knee, hip and shoulder joint preservation, including management of complex ligament injuries, meniscus tears, rotator cuff injuries, cartilage injuries and labral tears. I offer assessment and diagnostic care for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions as well as activity-related sports injuries. I’m committed to a shared decision-making approach to orthopedics, thoughtfully considering each patient's unique story and treatment goals while delivering exceptional surgical care. I enjoy guiding patients through their injury assessment, surgery and recovery with expertise, honesty and compassion.
Dr. Leafblad is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bursitis, Tendinitis, Baker Cyst, Fasciotomy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Leafblad is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Leafblad is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1430 Highway 96 E, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
155 Radio Dr, Woodbury, MN 55125
1500 Curve Crest Blvd W, Stillwater, MN 55082
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. Nels D. Leafblad
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nels D. Leafblad?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nels D. Leafblad by calling their office at 952-831-8742. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nels D. Leafblad a top-rated expert for Bursitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nels D. Leafblad is classified as an Advanced expert for Bursitis, 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. Nels D. Leafblad specialize in?
While Dr. Nels D. Leafblad is a Sports Medicine, they have specific expertise in Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Baker Cyst. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sports Medicine.
Does Dr. Nels D. Leafblad participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nels D. Leafblad has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bursitis. You can view a list of Dr. Nels D. Leafblad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nels D. Leafblad accept my insurance?
Dr. Nels D. Leafblad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 952-831-8742 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- BursitisDr. Leafblad isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- TendinitisDr. Leafblad isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Experienced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Amniotic Band SyndromeDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Amniotic Band Syndrome.
- Baker CystDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- Bone GraftDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- EndoscopyDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- FasciotomyDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Fasciotomy.
- Multiple Pterygium SyndromeDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Pterygium Syndrome.
- Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X LinkedDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X Linked.
- Poland SyndromeDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Poland Syndrome.
- Popliteal Pterygium SyndromeDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome.
- Tennis ElbowDr. Leafblad isExperienced. Learn about Tennis Elbow.