Mayo Clinic Orthopedic Surgery

09/03/2026

A stroke took away more than movement for Paul Rhee. It took away cherished moments with family, including a lifelong dream of fishing with his son and grandchildren.

Determined to help his father, Mayo Clinic orthopedic hand surgeon Dr. Peter Rhee spent years developing a groundbreaking surgical approach that restored function, renewed independence, and gave his father a chance to return to the activities he loves: https://mayocl.in/4gACV4E

08/25/2026

When it comes to advancing pediatric scoliosis care, orthopedic surgeon Dr. A. Noelle Larson and her team share the same philosophy.

“We’re not looking for baby steps; we’re looking for leaps forward.”

That focus drives their work at Mayo Clinic to pioneer new treatments — helping children not only grow, but leap, jump and move toward healthier futures.

Learn more: https://mayocl.in/3SU65T9

08/18/2026

When severe hip pain threatened Alicia's future in ballet, she and her family traveled from Ecuador to Mayo Clinic in Rochester seeking answers. 🩰

With care from Dr. Emmanouil Grigoriou, she found a path forward. Watch her full story: https://bit.ly/4zqb66g

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08/14/2026

We’re pleased to welcome Venu Nemani, M.D., Ph.D. to Mayo Clinic. 👋

Dr. Nemani specializes in adult and pediatric spine surgery, complex spinal deformity, cervical spine disorders and spinal reconstruction. He also brings extensive experience in clinical research and surgical innovation, including emerging technologies designed to advance spine care.

We look forward to the expertise and compassionate care he will bring to patients with spine conditions!

08/10/2026

When you're considering joint replacement surgery, one of the biggest questions is: "What can I expect years from now?"

At Mayo Clinic, the answer comes from decades of patient follow-up. Since 1969, patients have helped build one of the world's largest collections of long-term joint replacement outcomes, giving surgeons valuable insight into pain relief, function, recovery and implant longevity.

For patients like Bob Morreale, that means making informed decisions with greater confidence and getting back to the activities they love:

More than 200,000 joint replacement patients have helped Mayo Clinic personalize care, improve outcomes and shape the next generation of treatment. For nearly six years, Bob Morreale has lived with a shoulder replacement. Most days, he does not think about it at all.  That, he says, is the point. ...

08/05/2026

If knee pain is slowing you down, expert advice can help. Dr. Matthew Abdel was featured in The New York Times discussing common causes of knee pain and strategies for managing symptoms.

Here’s how to differentiate between common types of pain and what experts recommend for managing them.

07/27/2026

07/24/2026

07/22/2026

Bunions can cause pain, swelling and make everyday activities more difficult.

🎧 Listen to the full Mayo Clinic “Health Matters” podcast episode for insight into bunion treatment and management featuring Dr. Martin Ellman.

07/22/2026

What if damaged cartilage could heal itself?

Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeons Drs. Mario Hevesi and Daniel Saris are studying regenerative medicine approach designed to help the body repair damaged cartilage and preserve a person’s natural joint.

While the treatment is still being investigated, advances in cell biology, minimally invasive surgery and artificial intelligence are creating new possibilities for people living with joint pain and limited mobility.

Listen to the latest episode of “Tomorrow’s Cure” ➡️ https://youtu.be/Q1XPvZLtXAY?si=t4hZUbF1nlspDoJm