Joseph D. Schirmers, MD
My specialties:
- Orthopedic surgery
Professional interests:
- Arthroplasty
- Arthritis
- Hip replacement
- Knee replacement
- Hip and knee revision
- Patient centered care
Joseph D. Schirmers, MD, specializes in orthopedic surgery, with professional interests in arthroplasty, arthritis, and hip and knee replacement.
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My practice philosophy: Demonstrate my personal investment in the health of the patients I serve; to serve my patients with diligence, professionalism, humility and kindness.
I am passionate about: The intersection of quality collaborative patient care, social determinants of health, economics and technology. I also find the restorative capabilities of orthopedic surgery profoundly and intrinsically rewarding.
One of the challenges I enjoy most: Solving complex ailments of the musculoskeletal system that permit my patients to return to the activities they enjoy with those most important to them.
Credentials
- MD
Board-certified specialties
- Orthopedic surgery
Personal interests
- Cycling
- Family
- Fitness
- Hiking
Educational institutions
- University of Minnesota - Medical School
- Saint John's University, Minnesota
Current licenses and certifications
- American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons Certified
- B.A. Biology and Psychology
- Medical Doctor
Years of experience
- 11
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Major health plans we participate in
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we participate in
- Medicaid/Medicare
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)