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Bio
As an orthopedic trauma surgeon, it is my job to help people through what is often one of the most challenging periods of their lives. Traumatic injuries occur unexpectedly and can be life-changing. Optimal care frequently requires urgent decision making and understanding the many complex factors at play. My goal is to not only provide high quality care but also help patients and families understand these issues. It may be a long road to recovery after an injury but I will support patients throughout the process to maximize their long-term function.
Expertise
- Orthopedic trauma
Awards & Recognition
- Mpls.St.Paul Magazine "Top Doctor—Rising Star": 2022 & 2023
- Washington University Department of Orthopedic Surgery Resident Teacher Award: 2016
Publications
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Wojahn RD, Gardner MJ. Fixation of Anterior Pelvic Ring Injuries . J Am Acad Orthop Surg. Publication Sept 2019.
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Brophy RH, Wojahn RD, Lillegraven O, Lamplot JD. Outcomes of Arthroscopic Posterior Medial Meniscus Root Repair: Association With Body Mass Index . J Am Acad Orthop Surg. Feb 2019. 27: 104-11.
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Wojahn RD, Bogunovic L, Brophy RH, Wright RW, Matava MJ, Green JR IV, Zalomek CA, Haas AK, Holloway WL, Garofoli EA, Smith MV. Opioid Consumption after Knee Arthroscopy . J Bone Joint Surg Am. Oct 2018. 100: 1629-36.
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Brophy RH, Wojahn RD, Lamplot JD. Cartilage restoration techniques for the patellofemoral joint . J Am Acad Orthop Surg. May 2017. 25: 321-9.
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Black JC, Ricci WM, Gardner MJ, McAndrew CM, Agarwalla A, Wojahn RD, Abar O, Tang SY. Novel augmentation technique for patellar tendon repair improves strength and decreases gap formation: a cadaveric study . Clin Orthop Relat Res. Dec 2016; 474: 2611-8.
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Wojahn RD, Foeger NC, Gelberman RH, Calfee RP. Long-term outcomes following a single corticosteroid injection for trigger finger . J Bone Joint Surg Am. Nov 2014. 96: 1849-54.
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Sorenson AA, Wojahn RD, Manske MC, Calfee RP. Using the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) Statement to assess reporting of observational trials in hand surgery . J Hand Surg Am. Aug 2013. 38: 1584-9.
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Parisien JP, Bamming D, Komuro A, Ramachandran A, Rodriguez JJ, Barber G, Wojahn RD, Horvath CM. A Shared Interface Mediates Paramyxovirus Interference with Antiviral RNA Helicases MDA5 and LGP2. J Virology. July 2009. 83: 7252-60.
Professional Associations
- Orthopaedic Trauma Association: 2017-Present
- American Orthopaedic Association: 2017-Present
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: 2013-Present
Clinical Summary
Board Certifications
Board Eligible - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Contact
Administrative Contact
Kannone X. Lee
651-254-5251
Kannone.X.Lee@healthpartners.com
Fax: 651-254-1519
Mailing Address
Regions Hospital
640 Jackson Street
Mail Stop 11503L
St. Paul, MN 55101
Bio
Dr. Wu is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery. Dr. Wu's clinical expertise includes hand and upper extremity disorders, trauma and fracture care, arthritis and degenerative conditions, periarticular injuries of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder, sports injuries, wrist arthroscopy, tendon repair, peripheral nerve surgery, upper extremity tumors, and microsurgical reconstruction. His utmost priority is to treat patients with cutting-edge, personalized care of the highest quality. He cares for all of his patients with compassion, and is dedicated to improving their quality of life. He listens to his patients and works with them to develop a treatment plan best suited for their needs.
In addition to patient care, Dr. Wu is committed to advancing the science and education of orthopedics and hand surgery. His scholarly work in translational orthopedic research and training residents, fellows, and medical students is driven by his commitment to improving the care of patients. His research interests include orthopedic innovation and minimally-invasive techniques for the hand and wrist, quality and safety of upper extremity orthopedic care, improving patient outcomes, upper extremity tumors, and wrist biomechanics. He was the recipient of a research grant from the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He has published multiple peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and has lectured at national conferences.
Expertise
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Awards & Recognition
- ASSH/AFSH 75th Annual Meeting Scholarship Recipient, 2020
- ASSH 74th Annual Meeting Invited Speaker (Academic Career Development Session), 2019
- Stanford University Clinical Post-Doctoral Scholar Recognition for Grant Recipients, 2018
- American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand (AFSH) Fast Track Clinical Research Award, 2018
Publications
- Wu EJ, Zhang SE, Truntzer JN, Gardner MJ, Kamal RN. Cost-Minimization Analysis and Treatment Trends of Surgical and Nonsurgical Treatment of Proximal Humerus Fractures. J Hand Surg Am. 2020 Aug; 45(8): 698-706. PMID: 32482497.
- Mertz K, Truntzer J, Wu EJ, Barnes J, Eppler S, Kamal RN. National Trends in the Diagnosis of CRPS after Open and Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release. J Wrist Surgery. 2019 Jun; 8(3): 209-214. PMID: 31192042.
- Githens T, DeBaun MR, Campbell ST, Wu EJ, Goodnough LH, Lichstein P, Painter C, Krygier JE, Bishop J, Gardner MJ. Rates of Perioperative Complications Among Patients Undergoing Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Despite Having Positive Results for Methamphetamine. Orthopedics. 2019 Jul 1; 42(4): 192-196. PMID: 31136677
- Pipino G, Risitano S, Alviano F, Wu EJ, Bonsi L, Vaccarisi DC, Indelli PF. Microfractures and hydrogel scaffolds in the treatment of osteochondral knee defects: a clinical and histological evaluation. J Clin Orthop Trauma. 2019 Jan Feb; 10(1): 67-75. PMID: 30705535.
- Wu EJ, Yao J. Arthroscopic Dorsal Wrist Ganglion Excision with Colored Dye-Aided Stalk Resection. In: Mathoulin, C, ed. Wrist Arthroscopy Techniques. 2nd ed. Stuttgart, Germany: Thieme Publishers; 2018.
- Wu EJ, Goussetis DJ, Beauchamp E, Kosciuczuk EM, Altman JK, Eklund EA, Platanias LC. Resveratrol enhances the suppressive effects of arsenic trioxide on primitive leukemic progenitors. Cancer Biology & Therapy. 2014 Apr; 15(4): 473-478. PMID: 24496081.
- Wu EJ, Goussetis DJ, Platanias LC. Enhancing effect of resveratrol on the antileukemic effects of arsenic trioxide. Cancer Research. 2013 Apr; 73(8). doi:10.1158/1538-7445.AM2013-590.
- Goussetis DJ, Gounaris E, Wu EJ, Vakana E, Sharma B, Bogyo M, Altman JK, Platanias LC. Autophagic egradation of the BCR-ABL oncoprotein and generation of antileukemic responses by arsenic trioxide. Blood. 2012 Oct; 120(17): 3555-3562. PMID: 22898604.
- Goussetis DJ, Gounaris E, Wu EJ, Vakana E, Sharma B, Bogyo M, Altman JK, Platanias LC. Autophagic degradation of BCR/ABL by arsenic trioxide and the role of cysteine cathepsins. Cancer Research. 2012 Apr; 72(8). doi:1538-7445.AM2012-LB-81
Professional Associations
- American Society for Surgery of the Hand (Candidate Member), 2018-present
- American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (Candidate Member), 2015-present
- California Orthopaedic Association, 2015-2021
- American Medical Association, 2011-2015
- Chicago Medical Society, 2011-2015
Research Summary
Research Interests
- Orthopedic innovation
- Minimally-invasive techniques for the hand and wrist
- Basilar thumb osteoarthritis
- Wrist biomechanics
- Carpal instability
- Compression neuropathies
- Quality and safety in orthopedic surgery
- Upper extremity tumors
Clinical Summary
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Clinical Interests
Fractures; Finger and thumb injuries; Carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel release; Joint replacements of the elbow, wrist, and hand; Tendon repair and reconstruction; Tendon transfers; Peripheral nerve surgery and nerve transfers; Brachial plexus injuries; Dupuytren’s disease; Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis; Kienbock’s disease; Upper extremity tumors; Hand infections and osteomyelitis; Nonunions and malunions; Wrist arthroscopy; Microvascular surgery and soft tissue reconstruction
Hospital Privileges
University of Minnesota Medical Center, MHealth Fairview Ridges Hospital (Burnsville)
Contact
Administrative Contact
Monique York
612-626-7449
yorkx035@umn.edu
Fax: 612-273-7959
Clinic Information
M Health Fairview Clinics & Surgery Center
909 Fulton Street SE,
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Orthopedic Surgery (4th Floor) | (612) 672-7100
Mailing Address
University of Minnesota
Department of Orthopedic Surgery
2450 Riverside Avenue South
Suite R200
Minneapolis, MN 55454
Bio
Dr. Yoon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and an orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery. He is a graduate of the department’s orthopedic surgery residency program and completed two fellowship programs in adult reconstruction/general orthopaedic trauma, as well as foot and ankle reconstruction.
Expertise
- Foot and ankle arthritis care
- Foot and ankle deformity treatment
- Lower extremity fracture care
- Hip and knee joint replacement
Awards & Recognition
- Resident Teacher of the Year Award, University of Minnesota Department of Orthopedic Surgery: 2022
- Minnesota Physician Magazine, Community Caregiver Award: 2013
- Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation Resident Award for podium presentation “Gait Analysis Comparison of Cruciate-retaining and Substituting Arthroplasties Following PCL Sacrifice,” at the Minnesota Orthopaedic Society 18th Annual Meeting: 2002
Publications
Peer-Reviewed Journal Publications
- Greer N, Yoon P, Wilt TJ, Majeski B. Orthobiologics in foot and ankle arthrodesis sites: A systematic review. Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery 60(5):1029-1037, September 1, 2021.
- Herring M, Yoon P. Surgical treatment of posterior malleolus fractures and posterior fixation. Techniques in Foot and Ankle Surgery 17(3):141-150, September 1, 2018.
- Joglekar S, Gioe TJ, Yoon P, Schwartz MH. Gait analysis comparison of cruciate retaining and substituting TKA following PCL sacrifice. Knee 19: 279-285, 2012.
- Johnson AR, Yoon P. Limb salvage in an unstable ankle fracture of a diabetic patient with Charcot arthropathy. Foot Ankle Spec 3(4):184-9, 2010.
- Molloy AP, Myerson MS, Yoon P. Symptomatic nonunion after fracture of the calcaneum: Demographics and treatment. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery 89-B(9):1218-24, 2007.
- Saleh K, Nelson C, Kassim R, Yoon P, Haas S. Total knee arthroplasty in patients on workers’ compensation: A matched cohort study with an average follow-up of 4.5 years. Journal of Arthroplasty 19(3):310-2, 2004.
- Burstein G, Yoon P, Saleh KJ. Component removal in revision total hip arthroplasty. Clinical Orthopaedics (420):48-54, 2004.
- Saleh KJ, Kassim R, Yoon P, Vorlicky LN. Complications of total hip arthroplasty. American Journal of Orthopaedics 31(8):485-8, 2002.
Non-Peer-Reviewed Journal Publications
- Yoon P. Compartment syndrome of the foot. Techniques in Orthopedics 27(1): 58-61, 2012.
- Yoon P. Late reconstruction for sequelae of compartment syndrome. Techniques in Orthopedics 27(1): 67-74, 2012.
- Kyle RF, Yoon P. Supracondylar fractures: A hard day’s night. Orthopedics 28(9): 997-998, 2005.
- Thongtrangan I, Yoon P, Saleh KJ. Principles of revision total knee arthroplasty. Seminars in Arthroplasty 14(3):142-147, 2003.
- Kassim RA, Saleh KJ, Badra MI, Yoon P. Exposure in revision total knee arthroplasty. Seminars in Arthroplasty 14(3):148-151, 2003.
- Thongtrangan I, Yoon P, Saleh KJ. Bone reconstruction in revision total knee arthroplasty. Seminars in Arthroplasty 14(3):152-158, 2003.
- Kassim RA, Saleh KJ, Badra MI, Yoon P. Management of the patella in revision total knee arthroplasty. Seminars in Arthroplasty 14(3):164-166, 2003.
- Macari GS, Kassim RA, Yoon P, Saleh KJ. The cementless femoral stem revisited. Journal of the Southern Orthopaedic Association 12(2):83-9, 2003.
- Kassim RA, Saleh KJ, Yoon P, Macari GS, Brown G, Haas S. Varus distal femoral osteotomy. Techniques in Knee Surgery 1(1):54-9, 2002.
Book Chapters
- Ou-Yang D, Yoon P. (2013) Tendinopathies Around the Foot and Ankle. In: Doral M., Karlsson J. (eds) Sports Injuries. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg.
- Yoon P. Calcaneus. In Gardner MJ, Siegel J (eds.): Minimally Invasive Orthopaedic Trauma, Philadelphia, PA, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2013.
- Kyle RF,Haas JC, Yoon P. Periprosthetic fractures. In Wiss DA (ed.): Master Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery: Fractures, 2nd ed., Philadelphia, PA, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2006.
- Kassim RA, Saleh KJ, Yoon P, Haas S: Varus distal femoral osteotomy. In Cushner FD, Scuderi GR, Scott WN (eds.): Surgical Atlas of the Knee, New York, NY, Thieme, 2002.
Online Publications
- Yoon P, “Synergy between foot and ankle and trauma,” OTA Fracture Lines newsletter, 2013. http://issuu.com/paulhiller/docs/2012-13_ota_spring_nwsltr_prf_5?e=6447218/2306543. Last accessed Oct 16, 2021.
- Yoon P, “Technique Manual of SIGN IM Nail and Interlocking Screw System Retrocalcaneal Fusion Guide.” Surgical Implant Generation Network Online publication library, 2013. https://hub.signfracturecare.org/slides/slide/retrocalcaneal-fusion-technique-manual-13 (password available upon request.). Last accessed Feb 18, 2020.
Professional Associations
- Foundation for Orthopaedic Trauma (FOT) Board of Directors, including former committee member, Humanitarian Committee
- Surgical Implant Generation Network (SIGN) Board of Directors
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), including former committee member, Program Committee for Trauma
- Orthopaedic Trauma Association, including former committee member, Humanitarian Committee
- American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, including former committee member, Health Policy Committee
Research Summary
Research Interests
- Calcaneus fractures
- Lisfranc injuries
- Talus fractures
- Orthobiologics
- Diabetic foot ulcers
- Charcot foot
Clinical Summary
My approach to patient care is to offer honesty, compassion, and a team approach to my patients. I try my best to offer treatment options rather than dictate what to do, and to include my patients in their treatment plan based on their individual needs, wishes, and goals.
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Clinical Interests
Foot and ankle arthritis care; foot and ankle deformity treatment; lower extremity (hip, femur, knee, tibia, ankle, foot) fracture care; total hip replacement and total knee replacement
Hospital Privileges
University of Minnesota Medical Center
Contact
Administrative Contact
Connie Butterfuss
612-626-2817
butte152@umn.edu
Fax: 612-273-7959
Clinic Information
M Health Fairview Clinics & Surgery Center
909 Fulton Street SE,
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Orthopedic Surgery (4th Floor) | (612) 672-7100
Mailing Address
University of Minnesota
Department of Orthopedic Surgery
2450 Riverside Avenue South
Suite R200
Minneapolis, MN 55454