Dr. Steven Ralles, MD is an orthopedist in Plymouth, MN specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine. Dr. Steven Ralles, MD is affiliated with Allina Health and Abbott Northwestern – WestHealth.
2805 Campus Drive
Plymouth, MN 55441
111 Hundertmark Road Two Twelve Medical Center, Suite 220
Chaska, MN 55318
2800 Chicago Avenue S Suite 400
Minneapolis, MN 55407
775 Prairie Center Drive Suite 400
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
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.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.
There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven Ralles, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Steven Ralles, MD treated as an orthopedist in Plymouth, MN were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery and lower extremity surgery.
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Dr. Steven Ralles, MD graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine. He completed residency at Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Board Certification: Orthopedics and has a state license in Virginia.
Medical School: Drexel University College of Medicine
Residency: Loyola University Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Board Certification: Orthopedics
Licensed In: Virginia
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Dr. Steven Ralles, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 292 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Steven Ralles, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Plymouth, MN.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Steven Ralles, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$22,692
REDAPT $1,639 |
Journey II $661 |
REAL INTELLIGENCE $208 |
Legion Revision $102 |
Legion $64 |
Other $20,018 |
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$4,665
ATTUNE $3,455 |
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$2,971
Mako $2,531 |
Intermaxillary Fixation $141 |
T2 $99 |
TRIATHLON $79 |
Infinity $46 |
Other $74 |
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$2,797
SUMMIT $1,466 |
IM NAILS $241 |
EX NAILS $237 |
ATTUNE $159 |
TFN-Advance $111 |
Other $582 |
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$93
$93 |
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$111
Arcos $68 |
Harmonic $22 |
ANJESO $20 |
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Dr. Steven Ralles is an orthopedics/orthopedic surgery specialist in Plymouth, MN, Chaska, MN, and Minneapolis, MN. He attended Drexel University College of Medicine for medical school and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with Loyola University for residency. These areas are among Dr. Ralles's clinical interests: hip arthritis, knee arthritis, and outpatient care. The average patient rating for Dr. Ralles is 5.0 stars (out of 5). In addition to English, Dr. Ralles speaks Spanish. He is professionally affiliated with Allina Health.
