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2025 Rising Star Recognition - Mpls.St.Paul MagazineCaitlin Chambers, MD             Mahad Hassan, MD    ...

Erik Solberg, MEd In April 2025, Erik Solberg accepted the role of Administrative Director for the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Following this acceptance, Erik has been...

FOR EIGHTEEN YEARS, Erica Stangeland has been a cornerstone of the University of Minnesota’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery. As the department’s Administrative Director, she has played a pivotal...

FOR ANYONE WHO’S CROSSED PATHS WITH DR. DAVID POLLY JR., it doesn’t take long to realize he understands the human spine with a level of precision and passion that few can match. His career as a...

FOR NEARLY TWO DECADES, Denis Clohisy, MD, has served as a transformative leader as Chair of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Minnesota. While the average national...

The University of Minnesota is committed to achieving excellence through equity and diversity. We value having diverse views and experiences that enrich our academics and our profession as a whole....

For Dr. Ann Van Heest, the true strength of an organization lies in its ability to nurture the potential of its younger members. “Surround yourself with people who are going to lift you higher” is a...

The Orthopedic Medical Student Research Symposium has quickly become a standout event in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Minnesota. Each year, it brings together passionate...

In Minnesota, hockey isn’t just a sport; it’s a legacy. From frozen ponds scattered across the North Star State to roaring arenas, hockey is woven into the state’s cultural fabric.  Each...

Welcome to Ortho Spotlight, a monthly series dedicated to showcasing the exceptional talents within the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. With each edition, we'll cast a spotlight on a department...

The University of Minnesota Department of Orthopedic Surgery has launched a URiM visiting student scholarship that provides financial assistance for 3rd-year visiting medical students from...

Welcome to Ortho Spotlight, a monthly series dedicated to showcasing the exceptional talents within the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. With each edition, we'll cast a spotlight on a department...

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery is proud to share that 15 of our physicians in orthopedic surgery and primary care sports medicine have been recognized as 2024 “Top Doctors” by Mpls.St.Paul...

In recent years, the University of Minnesota Department of Orthopedic Surgery has launched a pioneering initiative aimed at introducing third-year medical students to the complexities of orthopedics...