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Justin A. Walker, MD

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Orthopedic Surgery, Board Certified Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship

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Areas of Focus

Foot & Ankle Care
Hand & Wrist Care
Hip Care
Knee Care
Pediatric Care
Shoulder & Elbow Care
Trauma Care

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Practice Overview

Justin A. Walker, MD, is a board certified, fellowship trained Trauma and Adult Reconstruction surgeon. His special interests include non-operative and operative treatment of simple and complex fractures of the upper and lower extremities, pelvis, and acetabulum, as well as treatment of non-unions (fractures that fail to heal), malunions (fractures that heal in poor alignment), and osteomyelitis (bone infection). His interests also include hip and knee arthroplasty, including direct anterior approach hip replacement, robotic arm assisted knee replacement, and revision hip and knee arthroplasty.

Prior to joining TCO in February 2022, Dr. Walker worked as an orthopedic trauma surgeon in Reno, Nevada where he also served as faculty for the Reno Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship, helping train the next generation of orthopedic trauma surgeons. His wife, Ashley, is a nurse practitioner and Assistant Professor of Nursing at University of St. Thomas School of Nursing. In his free time Dr. Walker enjoys spending time with his wife and their three children outdoors and at their many sporting events.

Clinical Interest

Foot and ankle care, including fractures and dislocations, jones fractures, and Achilles tendon ruptures

Elbow care, including fractures and dislocations

Fracture care, including clavicle fracture, humerus fracture, scapula fracture, elbow fracture, wrist/hand fracture, pelvis fracture, acetabulum fracture, hip fracture, femur fracture, tibia fracture, foot/ankle fracture, periprosthetic fracture, malunion, and nonunion

Hand and wrist care, including fracture care and carpal tunnel syndrome

Hip care, including fractures, dislocations, arthritis, total hip replacement, and total hip revision

Knee care, including fractures, dislocations, arthritis, total knee replacement, total knee revision, and quadriceps and patellar tendon ruptures

Pediatric care, including fractures of the pelvis, and upper and lower extremities

Shoulder care, including arthritis, fractures, and shoulder replacement

Education

Certification
Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowship
Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship, Reno Orthopedic Clinic, Revo, Nevada

Residency
Residency in Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota

Medical Degree
Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana

Hospital & Surgery Center Affiliations

Crosstown Surgery Center
M Health Fairview Ridges
M Health Fairview Southdale
North Memorial Hospital

Professional Affiliations

Minnesota Orthopedic Society, Member (2022 – Present)
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Member (2015 – Present)
Orthopaedic Trauma Association, Clinical Member (2012 – Present)
Mayo Clinic Alumni Association, Member (2009 – Present)
Washoe County Medical Society, Active Member (2015 – 2021)
Nevada Orthopaedic Society, Active Member (2015 – 2021)
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Resident Member (2009 – 2015)
Mayo Clinic Fellows’ Association, Member (2009 – 2014)
Minnesota Medical Association, Resident Member (2009 – 2014)

Achievements & Awards

DePuy-Synthes AO Advanced Principles Resident Course Grant Recipient – Mayo Clinic (2014)
Department of Orthopedic Surgery Research Grant – Mayo Clinic (2010)
Synthes AO Basic Principles Resident Course Grant Recipient – Mayo Clinic (2010)
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, Beta Louisiana Chapter Annual Scholarship (2008)
James K. Howles, M.D. Memorial Scholarship (2006)

Appointments

Orthopedic Section Chair, North Memorial Medical Center (2024 – Present)
Advisory Committee Member, Twin Cities Orthopedics (2023 – Present)
Trauma Service Line Chair, Twin Cities Orthopedics (2023 – Present)
Orthopedic Trauma Liaison, North Memorial Medical Center (2022 – Present)
Member, Renown Regional Medical Center OR Committee, (2017 – 2021)
Steering Committee Member, Young Investigators Research Symposium, Mayo Clinic (2010 – 2011)
Education Chair, Mayo Fellows Association, Mayo Clinic (2010 – 2011)
President, Alpha Omega Alpha, Beta Louisiana Chapter, Louisiana State University School of Medicine (2008 – 2009)
Interviewer, Voting Committee Member, Admissions Committee, Louisiana State University School of Medicine (2008 – 2009)
Medical Student Member, Louisiana State Medical Society Board of Governors (2007 – 2008)
Treasurer, Louisiana State Medical Society Medical Student Section (2007 – 2008)
Alternate Medical Student Member, Louisiana State Medical Society Board of Governors (2006 – 2007)
Louisiana State Medical Society Liaison, American Medical Association, Louisiana State University School of Medicine (2006 – 2007)

Sports Affiliations

Chatfield High School Football Team Physician – Chatfield, Minnesota (2012)
Lanesboro High School Football Team Physician – Lanesboro, Minnesota (2010 – 2011)
Fillmore Central High School Football Team Physician – Harmony, Minnesota (2010)

Staff

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Morgan Faulkner, PA-C
Certified Physician Assistant

Jane M.
Care Coordinator

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