Best Orthopedics in Sioux Falls

Dr. Keith M. Baumgarten, a highly regarded orthopedic surgeon in Sioux Falls, received his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is an accomplished sports medicine and knee and shoulder surgery specialist who completed his fellowship training in these areas. Dr. Baumgarten is a trailblazer in his field, as he is the first and only physician in South Dakota to be elected to the esteemed American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Society. Furthermore, he was the first fellowship-trained hip arthroscopy specialist to provide care for patients with hip pain in the state. During his residency, Dr. Baumgarten had the opportunity to work alongside the team physicians of prominent sports teams such as the St. Louis Rams, Blues, and Cardinals. Presently, he serves as the Head Team Physician for the Sioux Falls Stampede and the Sioux Falls Canaries, demonstrating his deep commitment to sports medicine. Dr. Baumgarten is a passionate advocate for improving the quality of orthopedic and musculoskeletal care. He now practices at the Orthopedic Institute, where he utilizes the most advanced techniques and technology available to provide his patients with the highest level of care possible.

Dr. Corey P. Rothrock earned his degree from the University of Nebraska/College of Medicine. With over 19 years of experience, he is recognized as an adult reconstruction specialist, renowned for his exceptional surgical skills and patient-centered care. Dr. Rothrock underwent rigorous training, including a residency in Orlando, FL, where he honed his expertise in caring for trauma patients, gaining significant experience in pelvic and acetabular surgery. He also received subspecialty training in musculoskeletal oncology, where he became a proficient practitioner of limb salvage surgery and adept at tumor resection. Dr. Rothrock's focus is on hip and knee joint reconstruction and revision surgery, pelvic and extremity trauma, and arthroscopic surgery. He is renowned for his proficiency in minimally invasive direct anterior hip replacement and was the first doctor in the region to offer this surgery to patients. Dr. Corey P. Rothrock is now affiliated with the Orthopedic Institute, where he continues to provide his patients with exceptional care and employs the latest techniques and technology available in the field of orthopedics.

Dr. Eric S. Watson is an accomplished orthopedic surgeon with extensive training and expertise in treating a range of lower extremity conditions. He earned his degree from Creighton University and completed his Orthopedic Surgery residency at the highly-regarded University of Nebraska and Creighton University. Dr. Watson is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, a testament to his commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in his field. He is highly skilled in addressing a broad range of lower extremity issues, with a particular focus on foot and ankle concerns, including complex intra-articular lower extremity trauma, bunions, and various arthritic conditions affecting the knees, feet, and other lower extremities. With his wealth of experience and training, Dr. Watson is a highly sought-after physician who now practices at Orthopedic Institute, where he provides exceptional care to his patients using the latest techniques and technology available.