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Dr. Bryan Gary Perkins, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Sartell, MN specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 2017 and has 8 years of experience. Dr. Bryan Gary Perkins, MD is affiliated with St. Cloud Orthopedics and ST CLOUD ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES LTD.
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
Dr. Bryan Gary Perkins, MD graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 2017. He has a state license in Minnesota.
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine (2017)
Licensed In: Minnesota
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Dr. Bryan Gary Perkins, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.81 out of 5 stars based on 189 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Bryan Gary Perkins, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Sartell, MN.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Bryan Gary Perkins, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,219
$1,219 |
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$253
Variax $144 |
AEQUALIS PERFORM $44 |
Mako $39 |
AEQUALIS PERFORM REVERSED $26 |
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$173
Healicoil $120 |
Q-FIX $30 |
Bioinductive Implant with Arthroscopic Delivery System - Medium $23 |
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$127
MACI _ PEAK Study $127 |
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$51
V-Loc 180 $51 |
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$52
Irrisept $35 |
Makena $17 |
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Dr. Bryan Perkins sees patients in Sartell, MN and Saint Cloud, MN. His medical specialties are orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. Clinical interests for Dr. Perkins include knee problems, replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement), and shoulder problems. He is professionally affiliated with St. Cloud Orthopedics. Dr. Perkins is a graduate of Creighton University School of Medicine. His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5).
