Catherine Choi, M.D., is an interventional spine physician, physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist at Summit Orthopedics. She provides nonsurgical neck, back, and spine care, serving Minneapolis/St. Paul metro patients. Dr. Choi completed an interventional pain management fellowship at the University of Chicago. “Part of my approach to care is providing patient education,” she notes. “I want my patients to see the imaging that explains what they are feeling and what’s happening to them. Then, I help them understand the available options, from conservative treatments to surgery. I guide them, but ultimately it’s up to patients to choose the path they want to take. If one treatment doesn’t work, we’ll keep looking for another option.”. Dr. Choi is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, and Spondylolisthesis.

Jack Skendzel, M.D., is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in knee, shoulder, and hip; femoroacetabular impingement (FAI); hip arthroscopy; meniscal transplantation; and multiple ligament knee injuries. His fellowship was at The Steadman Philippon Research Institute/The Steadman Clinic in Colorado. He has served as a team physician for high school, collegiate, and Olympic athletes. Named a Rising Star by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. “From education, to providing patients with materials and resources, to managing expectations about surgery and recovery, to being available if they do have questions, we are committed to providing our patients with the services they need to regain function and go back to the active life they love.”. Dr. Skendzel is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, and Hip Replacement.

Nicholas Weiss is an Orthopedics provider in Woodbury, Minnesota. Dr. Weiss is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Weiss is currently accepting new patients.

Mikhail A. Klimstra, M.D., is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in knee, hip, and shoulder care, serving patients in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. He completed his sports medicine fellowship at the University of New Mexico Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation. “The core of my practice is sitting down and talking with patients about their individual concern or problem, offering my insight and guidance about that problem, then working together to find the best option or treatment strategy for them,” Dr. Klimstra said. “It’s important to note that the best strategy may not be surgery.”. His top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Osteoarthritis, Baker Cyst, and Infectious Arthritis.

Nicholas Wills, M.D., is a spine surgeon at Summit Orthopedics, serving Minneapolis and St. Paul metro patients. He specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, total disc replacement, as well as cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions. Across the nation, Dr. Wills trains other surgeons on the best techniques for disc replacement surgery. He was a pioneer in this market, adopting new technology that allows for a two-level disc replacement that maintains the motion at both levels of repair. His surgical expertise has won him repeated recognition on the Mpls.St.Paul Magazine’s Rising Stars list. Dr. Wills is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Roman Guerrero, M.D., is spine surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in back and neck surgical and nonsurgical care, serving patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. Dr. Guerrero completed his spine surgery fellowship at Twin Cities Spine Center. “Sometimes, I’ll have patients who are bewildered by symptom causes,” he says. “They are in pain, they are suffering, and disease has limited their quality of life. When I am able to diagnose, treat, and resolve these conditions, their lives change completely. They heal and they become pain-free. That’s my nirvana. There’s nothing better than being able to change a patient’s life with sound medical recommendations and appropriate treatment.”. Dr. Guerrero is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Facet Joint Syndrome, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Dr. Omar Ramos is a board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon at Twin Cities Spine Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He completed his spine surgery fellowship at Twin Cities Spine Center after earning his MD and completing orthopaedic residency training at Loma Linda University. Dr. Ramos treats a wide range of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar conditions—including degenerative disorders, disc herniations, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and spinal deformity—using a stepwise approach that prioritizes the least invasive, most effective treatment for each patient. When surgery is appropriate, he emphasizes careful surgical planning, modern minimally invasive techniques when indicated, and clear communication so patients understand their diagnosis and options and can make confident decisions.He is active in outcomes-focused research, including work on vertebral bone quality and risk prediction for lumbar fusion complications, with publications in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Ramos has been recognized with multiple honors, including Alpha Omega Alpha, North American Spine Society (NASS) SpineLine “20 Under 40,” a Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (SMISS) Young Surgeon Grant, and Avant-Garde Health Orthopedic Surgery Research All Star (Top 3% nationwide). He is fluent in English and Spanish. Dr. Ramos is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Fusion, and Microdiscectomy.

Daren Wickum, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in direct anterior hip replacement, orthopedic trauma, arthritis care, and total knee replacement. He serves patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. He completed a fellowship at Florida Orthopedic Institute. Dr. Wickum understands that every patient’s circumstances and concerns are unique, and he takes the time to explore all treatment options to find the best approach for each patient. “Quality of life really boils down to remaining active,” Dr. Wickum says. “Keeping patients mobile keeps me on my toes. So does keeping up with my son.”. Dr. Wickum is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

Abby Ross is an Orthopedics provider in Woodbury, Minnesota. Dr. Ross has been practicing medicine for over 10 years is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Knock Knees, Bursitis, and Baker Cyst. Dr. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

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 highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Bursitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

Christian Ogilvie is an Orthopedics provider in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Ogilvie is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Epithelioid Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Mesenchymoma, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Ogilvie is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Perra is an Orthopedics provider in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Perra is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Frontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil Syndrome, Spinal Fusion, and Microdiscectomy.

Benjamin Mueller is an Orthopedics provider in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Mueller is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Randall Lewis is an Orthopedics provider in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Lewis is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

Michael Johnson is an Orthopedics provider in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Johnson is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Kurt Duncan is an Orthopedics provider in Woodbury, Minnesota. Dr. Duncan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disk, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Laminectomy. Dr. Duncan is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Wick is an Orthopedics provider in Woodbury, Minnesota. Dr. Wick is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Herniated Disk, Fractured Spine, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Wick is currently accepting new patients.

Nathan Wanderman is an Orthopedics provider in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Wanderman is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Osteoporosis, Spinal Fusion, and Fasciotomy.

Scott Marston is an Orthopedics provider in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Marston is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Marston is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Heller is an Orthopedics provider in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Heller is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Heavy Metal Poisoning, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Preetha Sinha is an Orthopedics provider in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Sinha is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Clubfoot, Beukes Familial Hip Dysplasia, Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, and Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6.

Gavin Pittman is an Orthopedics provider in Woodbury, Minnesota. Dr. Pittman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Pittman is currently accepting new patients.

Der-chen Huang is an Orthopedics provider in Woodbury, Minnesota. Dr. Huang is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Huang is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Anderson, D.O., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in foot and ankle care, serving patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area. He completed a prestigious orthopedic foot and ankle surgery fellowship in New York at the University of Rochester. Dr. Anderson was named a Rising Star by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. “I really enjoy treating patients of all ages and all walks of life. A foot and ankle specialty covers a lot of medical ground, and I enjoy it all,” Dr. Anderson shares. “I like sports. I enjoy helping patients with trauma injuries. And my pediatric patients are such a joy. The most rewarding part of my work is getting my patients back to their lives.”. Dr. Anderson is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Flat Feet, and Hip Replacement.

Michael Freehill, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon at Summit Orthopedics specializing in the surgical and nonsurgical care of the shoulder, with a special interest in adult joint reconstruction, joint replacement, sports-related injuries, and arthroscopic surgery. He serves patients in the Minneapolis St. Paul metro area. Dr. Freehill has 20-plus years of experience and is a frequent recipient of the Top Doctor designation in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine. He speaks both nationally and internationally, has authored numerous articles in professional publications, and has served as a course instructor for dozens of conferences. He completed his shoulder, elbow, and sports medicine fellowship at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York. Dr. Freehill is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Skeletal-Extraskeletal Angiomatosis, and Osteolysis Syndrome Recessive.