Trauma | Orthopedic Specialties & Surgery

Twin Cities Orthopedics trauma surgeons are experts in treating patients with complex muscle, bone, and joint injuries that result from traumatic episodes. Traumatic injuries can happen in many different ways, including vehicle accidents, slips and falls, workplace industrial accidents, and much more.

Orthopedic trauma specialists are typically called in immediately to treat complex orthopedic injuries at hospitals, but they also treat patients with lingering issues that result from previous trauma, such as poorly healed fractures and bone infections.

Similar to other orthopedic specialists, trauma surgeons receive additional specialty training in order to deeply understand the nuances of treating traumatic injuries to any part of the body. Our board certified specialists provide coverage at Level I, II and III hospital settings, ensuring all patients receive the most appropriate and timely care, so we can get patients back to normal activities as soon as possible.

Common Conditions & Procedures

Complex Fractures
Foot & Ankle Fractures
Hip Fractures
Knee Fractures
Malunion (Fractures that have healed in a Non-Ideal Position)
Nonunion (Non-Healing Fractures)
Osteomyelitis (Bone Infection)
Pediatric Fractures
Pelvic Fractures
Severely Injured Patients With Multiple Fractures
Shoulder & Elbow Fractures
Simple Isolated Fractures
Wrist Fractures

Patient Education

We Provide Services At

Hudson Hospital – HealthPartners
Lakeview Hospital – HealthPartners
Maple Grove Hospital
M Health Fairview Lakes Hospital – Wyoming
M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital
M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital
North Memorial Medical Center (Robbinsdale)
Osceola Medical Center
Ridgeview Medical Center
River Falls Area Hospital – Allina Health
Woodwinds Hospital

Orthopedic Urgent Care

Open from 8 AM – 8 PM daily, our urgent care locations are equipped to handle simple fractures, acute injuries, muscle strains, and more. Whether you have a sports-related injury or need care for a sudden issue, our orthopedic specialists are ready to help. Check urgent care wait times on our website to streamline your visit. Learn more »

I met Dr. Johnson at the Fairview Southdale emergency room one evening after I slipped on our carpeted stairs which resulted in a bad break to my right femur. Dr. Johnson and his…

– Kathy R., patient

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I have nothing but praise for the care I received from Dr. Gilbertson. After a nasty fall down my outside stairs, I was rushed to Southdale Medical and had the good fortune of Dr.…

– Robert D., patient

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Dr. Ryan Nielsen performed surgery on my daughter with special needs when other facilities were turning her away. She had a femur fracture, and he found anomalies in the other femur. Dr. Nielsen…

– Sydney, patient

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Dr. Nielsen, you are 12 on a 10-point scale as far as healthcare providers. I happily drive from Hudson, WI to receive your care and guidance. I was 'fortunate' to have had an emergent care opportunity…

– David H., patient

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I’m so grateful for the excellent care I received from Dr. Gilbertson after I fell and rebroke my hip and femur. Because I was a trauma surgery patient, I was apprehensive about…

– Wayne F., patient

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