The 20 Best Knee Replacement Doctors in Minnesota, US

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The 20 Best Knee Replacement Doctors in Minnesota, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 150 doctor with experience in Knee Replacement near Minnesota, US. Of these, 108 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced, 9 are Elite and 8 are Distinguished.

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    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Elite in Knee Replacement

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

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    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Elite in Knee Replacement

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Elite in Knee Replacement

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Elite in Knee Replacement

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Elite in Knee Replacement

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Elite in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Physiatry
    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Physiatry

    MN - Ortho

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    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 Knee Replacement. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Sports Medicine
    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Sports Medicine

    MN - Ortho SMC

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics

    MN - Ortho Cancer

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Houdek is an Orthopedics provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Houdek is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Knee Replacement. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Chondrosarcoma, Bone Graft, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Infectious Disease

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Osmon is an Infectious Disease provider in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Osmon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Knee Replacement. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics

    Office

    2675 Long Lake Rd, 
    Saint Paul, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terence Gioe is an Orthopedics provider in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Gioe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Knee Replacement. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Sports Medicine
    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Sports Medicine

    Mayo Clinic-Rochester

    200 1st St SW, 
    Rochester, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics

    TRIA Orthopedic Center Bloomington

    8100 Northland Dr, 
    Bloomington, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Horst is an Orthopedics provider in Bloomington, Minnesota. Dr. Horst is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Knee Replacement. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Spondylolisthesis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Horst is currently accepting new patients.

    Kristoffer Breien
    Experienced in Knee Replacement
    Experienced in Knee Replacement

    Summit Orthopedics

    2620 Eagan Woods Drive, Floor 1, 
    Eagan, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristoffer Breien, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in hip and knee arthritis and joint replacement, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. Dr. Breien cultivates trust with his patients; his candid sincerity and surgical skill have earned him a place on Minnesota’s Top Doctors list for many years. “You have to be honest with your patients,” he explains. “People are more informed than they’ve ever been, and they want to know what to expect—especially if they are considering surgery. Whether I am treating patients with conservative therapies or a surgical procedure, my focus is on delivering superior care.” Dr. Breien volunteers his surgical skills to underserved communities through One World Surgery. Dr. Breien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Knee Replacement. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Matthew Nies
    Experienced in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics

    Summit Orthopedics

    2620 Eagan Woods Drive, Floor 1, 
    Eagan, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Nies, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in hip and knee arthritis and joint replacement, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. He was named a Rising Star by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. His fellowship is in adult reconstruction at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. “My fellowship gave me the opportunity to get a lot more experience doing only total joints for a whole year, including primary surgeries as well as revisions for people who have problems with their total joints,” Dr. Nies says. “I give patients the options, and we make a decision together about what the best route for the patient as an individual is going to be. I take a conservative approach, reserving surgery as a last resort.”. Dr. Nies is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Knee Replacement. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Knock Knees, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Kevin Lindgren
    Advanced in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Knee Replacement
    Orthopedics

    Summit Orthopedics

    10230 Baltimore St NE, Main Desk, 
    Blaine, MN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Lindgren, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in hip and knee arthritis and joint replacement, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul patients. His fellowship is in Hip and Knee Reconstruction and Hip Preservation Surgery from the University of Utah. “I strive to help patients restore function and regain lost quality of life. This is done through surgical and nonsurgical means,” Dr. Lindgren shares. “I perform many hip and knee replacements each year. As a specialist, I also see many second opinions and revise them when they may fail. The daily interaction with my patients is the most rewarding part of what I do. I enjoy the discussions about diagnosis and the process of educating and treating the individual.”. Dr. Lindgren is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Knee Replacement. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Knee Replacement?

    Knee joint replacement is a surgery to replace a knee joint with a man-made artificial joint. The artificial joint is called a prosthesis.

    When should I see a Knee Replacement doctor in Minnesota, US?

    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 a Knee Replacement doctor in Minnesota, US?

    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 Knee Replacement doctors in Minnesota, US?

    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 Knee Replacement doctors in Minnesota, US?

    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 a Knee Replacement doctor in Minnesota, US?

    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 Knee Replacement doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Knee Replacement 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 a Knee Replacement doctor in Minnesota, US?

    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 Knee Replacement 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 Knee Replacement 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 Knee Replacement doctors in Minnesota, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Knee Replacement 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 a Knee Replacement doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Knee Replacement 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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