FAQs
General
Dr. Nemanich sees patients at TCO Burnsville and Eagan – Viking Lakes locations. Click here for directions.
Dr. Nemanich specializes in treatment of knee and hip issues, including arthritis, cartilage and ligament injuries, fractures and painful joint replacements. Commonly performed surgeries include hip and knee replacements, knee arthroscopy, and fracture surgery. His approach is a combination of both conservative and surgical treatments, which varies depending on each individual patient.
Yes, the Minnesota Valley Surgery Center was the first operating room in the Twin Cities to use robotic technology in knee replacement surgery. Dr. Nemanich has 10 years of experience with robotic knee replacement at the Minnesota Valley Surgery Center and the Orthopedic Institute.
The EXCEL Orthopedic Surgery and Recovery program is available to patients who generally healthy but have hip or knee arthritis and require a joint replacement.
The surgery is done in the Eagan Orthopedic surgery center on the third floor of the Eagan Clinic of Twin Cities Orthopedics. Post operatively patients are transported to a the Omni Lakes Hotel, a few blocks away, where there is nursing and medical staff available on a special floor of the hotel. Because the patient is never admitted to the hospital there is a substantial cost savings and a lower risk of hospital acquired infections. This option is particularly attractive for patients who are paying their own bills, employers who are self-insured, worker’s compensation and patients travelling to the U.S. for their medical care because the costs are less than half of what they are in the hospital.
If you are a new patient, please arrive to your appointment early in order to complete the registration process. In addition, please bring the following:
- Driver’s License or State ID
- Referral (if required by insurer)
- Insurance information
- Copies of operation records, medical records, x-rays, MRIs and CT scans from prior doctor visits
- List of current medications and any known allergies
Ice should be used during the acute phase (first 24 to 48 hours) following an injury or whenever there is swelling. Ice decreases blood flow to the area, which in turn decreases swelling and inflammation. Heat does the opposite. It increases blood flow to the area and can provide pain relief once the swelling and inflammation has subsided. Heat is good to use prior to doing any exercises or physical therapy as it warms up your muscles.
You can get cortisone injections every 3 to 4 months as long as they continue to provide symptomatic relief.
Some patients get immediate relief from a cortisone injection. For others, it may take up to 2 weeks for the injection to take effect. However, most people notice relief within 2 to 3 days. The duration of a cortisone injection can vary greatly. Some will last as long as a year, whereas others may last only a few days. It is also important to know that occasionally pain can get worse following a cortisone injection before it gets better. In the meantime, over the counter pain medications and ice are recommended.
Conveniently located off Interstate 494 and Lone Oak Parkway, the Eagan Orthopedic Surgery Center offers patients a complete outpatient surgery solution at one location. The 23,000 square foot facility includes 6 surgery suites and offers the capability to perform nearly all same-day surgery procedures in our current location.
The Orthopedic Institute is a premiere destination for patients to access world-class orthopedic care. It is located on the fifth floor of Ridgeview’s Two Twelve Medical Center in Chaska.
This facility includes 6 operating rooms and 20 private suites for inpatient post-surgical care and recovery, and has a distinct recovery space for patients returning home the same day as their surgery. At the Orthopedic Institute, we offer high quality care from a relationship-based team to help you return to the highest quality of life with optimal mobility.
Before your Appointment
If you are a new patient, please arrive to your appointment early in order to complete the registration process. In addition, please bring the following:
- Driver’s License or State ID
- Referral (if required by insurer)
- Insurance information
- Copies of x-rays, MRIs and CT scans from prior doctor visits
- List of current medications and any known allergies
Yes, of course. Feel free to have family members or friends join you in your consultation. Many patients find it is helpful to have support in the room, even just as an extra set of ears to remember the details of the visit.
The initial visit is about fact-gathering, listening to your story and learning more about you. We will then examine your concerns, review x-rays if you have them and begin to build a list of options for you. We want you to feel comfortable and relaxed so we can understand how best to help you. You should plan 30-60 minutes for your initial appointment.
Yes, absolutely. The more information we have regarding your unique situation and past history, the better equipped we are to provide the highest level of care. Bringing any previous x-rays, scans, and/or documentation (if available) is recommended. If you do not have this information, don’t worry; we will still take great care of you.
If you have records from another physician, provider, or hospital you may bring them with you to your appointment. If you do not have a copy, please contact the physician, provider, or hospital prior to your TCO appointment to let them know we will be requesting them.
After your Appointment
If you have questions after your appointment, please feel free to contact us. You can call our clinic directly at 952-808-3066 or by using the General Contact Form.
After your appointment, or after surgery, you can expect prompt and accessible follow-up treatment. Care continues long after surgery and we want to be a part of your complete healing process. If you ever have questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
If an MRI scan or other diagnostic test was ordered, you will be called with the results once available.
If you have questions after your appointment, please feel free to contact us. You can call our clinic directly, or contact us using the General Contact Form on the Contact & Locations page of this website.
The amount of time will vary depending on each unique patient, and each unique procedure. Please feel free to discuss this with us in your appointment, or contact us directly with any questions. You may call our clinic, or email us using the General Contact Form on the Contact & Locations page of this website.
The timeframe for recovery depends on the procedure and the individual, but it is our goal to get you back to your regular lifestyle as fast as possible. You can discuss your likely recovery time at your appointment.
Each individual will experience different pain levels, but it is our goal to have you feeling 100% as soon as possible. To get an idea of the pain expectations for your individual case, please discuss with Dr. Nemanich at your appointment.
Please note that we strive to get our patients off narcotic pain medication as soon as possible. It can be needed shortly after surgery, but we do not advocate long-term use of pain medication. We take pain medication very seriously and make sure it is necessary before signing a prescription for any patient.
