About the Practice
My Team
Joseph P. Nemanich, MD
Dr. Joe Nemanich is a partner with Twin Cities Orthopedics and a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, serving patients in the South Metro. He specializes in hip and knee care, with expertise in complex joint replacement. Dr. Nemanich helps patients of all ages restore mobility, reduce pain, and return to the activities they enjoy. In addition to joint replacement surgery, he treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including arthritis, fractures, and cartilage and ligament injuries.
A native of Minneapolis, Dr. Nemanich attended St. John’s University where he received his undergraduate degree in natural science. He went on to earn his medical doctorate at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Dr. Nemanich completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, where he developed an interest in adult reconstruction and published research articles focusing on joint replacement. His training also includes sports medicine and orthopedic trauma.
Outside of work, Dr. Nemanich enjoys spending time with his wife and four children. Whether attending his children’s sporting events or pursuing his own hobbies like golfing and volunteering, he values staying active and connected to his community. Coming from a family of health care professionals (his father and brother), Dr. Nemanich is committed to improving patient care and outcomes.
Clinical Interest
Ankle care, including trauma and fracture care
Hip care, including hip replacement and hip revision replacement
Knee care, including robotic total knee replacement and revision
Pediatric care, including trauma and fracture care
Sports medicine, including ACL and meniscus surgeries
Education
Certification
Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Residency
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota (2001-2006)
Medical Degree
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (1997-2001)
Undergraduate Degree
St. John’s University, Collegeville, Minnesota (1993-1997)
Hospital & Surgery Center Affiliations
Eagan Orthopedic Surgery Center, Eagan, MN
Fairview Ridges Hospital, Burnsville
MN Valley Surgery Center, Burnsville, MN
Orthopedic Institute, Chaska, MN
St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Shakopee, MN
Fairview Southdale Hospital, Edina, MN
Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Chief of Surgery, Fairview Ridges Hospital (2012 – 2014)
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Achievements & Awards
Frank Stinchfield Award from the Hip Society
E.W. Johnson Jr., MD Physician-in-Training Award from the Mid-American
Orthopaedic Association
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Bruce J. Brewer, MD Award for Outstanding Performance in Orthopaedic Surgery
Sports Affiliations
Team Physician: Burnsville High School (Present)
Team Physician: Eagan High School (Past)
Staff
Ashley Meyer, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Board Certified
About
Ashley Meyer, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant and joined Twin Cities Orthopedics in 2013. She works exclusively with Dr. Joe Nemanich, and sees general orthopedic patients in the clinic and hospital as well as assists Dr. Nemanich in the operating room.
Education
Certification
Board Certified, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Medical Education
Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Bachelor of Science in Movement Science, University of Michigan
Professional Affiliations
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
Katy H.
Care Coordinator