Medical Staff

Specialties

Arthroscopy:

St Croix Orthopaedics is a leader in the specialty of joint arthroscopy. Significant advances in this minimally invasive technique have allowed our physicians to more effectively treat a variety of joint disorders, including not only the knee and shoulder, but also the ankle, hip, elbow and wrist. State of the art equipment and training has kept them at the forefront of numerous technical procedures including minimally invasive total hip and knee surgery, endoscopic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, meniscus repair, cartilage regeneration, and shoulder stabilization.

Foot and Ankle Surgery:

At St. Croix Orthopaedics Foot Center, the surgeons treat a variety of foot and ankle conditions, including complex injuries and total ankle replacements. The care team (including a podiatrist, an orthopaedic surgeon (if necessary) and a certified orthotist or pedorthist) provide a full spectrum of care to ensure that our patients are fully functioning as soon as possible. These qualified and certified individuals work together to give you the care you need for your specific injury or disease.

Fracture Management:

Fracture stabilization continues to be common in orthopedic surgery. Non-operative and operative treatment methods are utilized with the ultimate goal of early, active motion, and improved function. New casting materials and functional braces are used to make the patient more comfortable in the healing process.

Hand Surgery:

Tendon repair, fracture and arthritic conditions of the hand are seen frequently at St. Croix Orthopaedics Hand Center.  Our board certified and fellowship trained physicians have the ability to perform microsurgical techniques including nerve and arterial repair along with repair of complex tendon injuries. Overuse conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome along with industrial injuries are handled efficiently with an organized work-compensation management approach. Additionally, St. Croix Orthopaedics was one of the first practices in the United States to offer endoscopic carpal tunnel release and continues with this level of innovation today.

Limb Lengthening:

The St. Croix Orthopaedics limb lengthening team, led by nationally renowned Mark T. Dahl, M.D., is focused on complex orthopaedic problems.  The team can combine the use of traditional orthopaedic surgery or a special technique known as the Ilizarov Method for  limb lengthening, congenital limb deficiencies, growth plate injuries, bone and joint deformities, knee arthritis and deformity, non-unions and malunions, missing segments of bone, severely comminuted fractures of the lower extremity or "problem fractures". This team takes pride in the best analysis, preparation, and completion of treatment, tailoring the treatment for the needs of each individual. For those problems requiring additional expertise, the team is closely affiliated with expert referral sources in internal medicine, pediatrics, spinal deformity, sports medicine, rehabilitation, infectious disease, and other subspecialties.

Spinal Conditions/Surgery:

Orthopaedics Spine Center is a leader in the treatment of neck and back injuries. Our board certified and fellowship trained spine surgeons provide safe and effective methods of treating cervical, thoracic and lower back disorders. Non-operative treatments include localized injections and physical therapy. Surgical intervention may utilize microscopic discectomy, spinal fusion and other forms of minimally invasive procedures.

Sports Medicine:

This subspecialty is entrenched with knowledge and experience by the physicians at St. Croix Orthopaedics. Combined with close working relationships with athletic trainers and physical therapists, athletes receive state of the art care. Advanced arthroscopic techniques are utilized by our surgeons, many of whom have trained under the most recognized training centers in the United States. These techniques include endoscopic ACL reconstruction, cartilage regeneration, and arthroscopic shoulder stabilization.

Total Joint Replacement:

Total joint replacement continues to be one of the most effective ways to treat a painful degenerative joint and improve quality of life for the elderly patient. St. Croix Orthopaedics performs hundreds of procedures a year, including total knee, ankle, hip, and shoulder replacements.  Long term follow-up care is essential, and if necessary, the surgeons are experienced with revision replacement.