Gregory N. Lervick, MD

Greg Lervick, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with more than two decades of experience treating shoulder and elbow conditions in patients and athletes of all ages. He has performed thousands of procedures and is deeply committed to ethical, individualized care, whether surgical or nonsurgical.
Dr. Lervick is recognized for his evidence-based, compassionate approach and has shared his expertise through hundreds of invited lectures and presentations across the country. His clinical focus includes shoulder arthroscopy, shoulder instability surgery, rotator cuff repair, total and reverse total shoulder replacement, elbow surgery, elbow arthroscopy, and Tommy John surgery. Certified in Orthopedic Sports Medicine by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons since 2007, Dr. Lervick continues to lead in his field by combining surgical skill with personal connection and a deep understanding of each patient’s goals.

Dr. Lervick’s Perspective
“If you search my background, you’ll find I’m a highly trained, experienced shoulder and elbow surgeon. Does that truly separate me from others in the field? Maybe not, there are many of us. So, what do I bring to the table when I meet with each patient? A perspective shaped by a life grounded in athletics, family, and connection.
I’m the son and son-in-law of active, thriving parents. I’m a husband to an incredible wife, also a healthcare professional (dentist), who shares my passion for health, fitness, nutrition, and personal growth. I’m a father to two college-age children, still growing through education, extracurriculars, and athletics. Professionally, I’ve been fortunate to build lasting, collegial relationships that have helped me continue evolving as a surgeon. These experiences have shaped how I view care: not just as treatment, but as a partnership. I try to focus on a life well-lived. That means understanding where each patient has been, and where they want to go.
Shared decision-making is at the core of my approach, always rooted in sound orthopedic evaluation and diagnosis. My goal is to ensure you feel heard, understood, and confident in the plan we build together.”

Experience
With 20+ years as a dedicated shoulder and elbow specialist, Dr. Lervick has helped guide patients through evolving treatment philosophies, emerging technologies, and breakthrough research. He brings a balanced perspective to innovation, welcoming advancements, but only after careful evaluation and long-term patient follow-up.
His training at the University of Iowa and Columbia University shaped a clinical philosophy grounded in observation, reflection, and an unwavering commitment to patient outcomes. Dr. Lervick’s practice emphasizes continuity of care and a deep understanding of both the science and the human element behind each decision.

Integrity
Dr. Lervick’s standard of care is rooted in one simple question: What would I recommend if this were my own family member? Transparency, honesty, and trust guide every interaction, from initial diagnosis through recovery. His priority is, and always has been, doing what’s right for the individual patient.

Clinical Interest

Elbow care, specializing in ligament, tendon, cartilage and traumatic injuries, conditions and treatment including elbow joint revision, Tommy John, osteochondritis dissecans, bicep/tricep tendon injuries, triceps repair, and cartilage conditions of the elbow/arthroscopic treatment

Shoulder care, specializing in ligament, tendon, cartilage and traumatic injuries, conditions and treatment including shoulder joint revision, shoulder joint replacement, rotator cuff tear/repair surgery, glenohumeral (shoulder) instability, ice hockey/football and other sport related shoulder conditions, acromioclavicular (AC) and sternoclavicular (SC) injuries and treatment, glenohumeral (shoulder) arthritis/shoulder replacement surgery (including reverse replacement), cartilage conditions of the shoulder and arthroscopic treatment, and tendon ruptures of the shoulder

Sports medicine, specializing in shoulder instability/labrum repair, shoulder separation injuries, and clavicle fractures, and sport-related shoulder conditions

Education

Certification
Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Subspecialty Certification in Sports Medicine (2024)

Fellowship
Fellowship in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery/Sports Medicine at Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital, New York (2001-2002)

Residency
Orthopedic Residency at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (1996-2001)

Medical Degree
University of Iowa (1992-1996)

Hospital & Surgery Center Affiliations

Crosstown Surgery Center
Eagan Orthopedic Surgery Center
Fairview Southdale Hospital

Professional Appointments

Faculty, MOSMI/Fairview Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship Program (2005 – 2012)
AAOS Upper Extremity Evaluation Subcommittee (2008 – 2014)

Professional Memberships

AAOS Upper Extremity Evaluation Subcommittee
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American College of Sports Medicine
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
Arthroscopy Association of North America
Association of Clinical Elbow and Shoulder Surgeons
Mid-America Orthopaedic Association
Minnesota Orthopaedic Society

Achievements & Awards

Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, University of Iowa (1995)
Golden Key National Honor Society, University of Colorado (1991)

Sports Affiliations

Team Physician, University of St. Thomas (2020 – Present)
Team Physician, Minnesota Vikings (2020 – Present)
Orthopedic Consultant, Augsburg College (2016 – Present)
Team Physician, Edina HS (2009 – Present)
Orthopedic Team Physician, Augsburg College (2008 – 2015)
Orthopedic Consultant, University of Minnesota Football & Wrestling (2005 – 2015)
Orthopedic Consultant, Hamline University, St. Paul, MN (2005 – 2011)
Team Physician, Lakeville North & South HS (2005 – 2007)
Team Physician, Cedar Rapids (1999 – 2001)

Staff

Research

All of Dr. Lervick’s recent and current research studies can be found at the Twin Cities Orthopedics Foundation’s website.

To view research, please visit the TCO Foundation website.

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