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About Me

Count on Patrick O’Brien, MD, for expert orthopedic care and advanced orthopedic services, including:

  • Arthroscopic surgery for the shoulder, knee, elbow and hip
  • Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and labrum surgery
  • Knee ligament repair and reconstruction (ACL) and meniscus surgery
  • Sports medicine
  • Hip scopes and hip labral repairs

Dr. O’Brien has extensive training in orthopedic surgery, including minimally invasive procedures, and sports medicine. When possible, he offers patients conservative, non-operative treatment first before considering surgery.

“My hope is that patients will feel like I did everything I could to help them,” he says. “It’s important to listen to their concerns and involve them in their care.”

Active Lifestyle

Dr. O’Brien is excited to serve his hometown community of Sioux Falls. As parents of two young children, he and his wife stay active by enjoying outdoor activities in the Sioux Falls parks and bike trails.

“Staying active is a great way to maintain your joint health. Prevention is easier than treatment. That’s why I recommend daily exercise, such as walking. Older adults can also improve their bone health by taking calcium and vitamin D supplements.”

Experience

Education

Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, NE, Medical School

Internships

University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center, General Surgery

Residency

University of Toledo Health Sciences Center, Toledo, OH, Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship

Mississippi Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Center, Jackson, MS, Orthopedic Surgery Sports Medicine

Professional Memberships

  • Arthroscopy Association of North American
  • American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Reviews

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August 10, 2024
All great!!!
July 15, 2024
Good
June 22, 2024
Dr. O'Brien and his entire staff are great
April 18, 2024
Dr O'Brien. Is knowledgeable and an excellent listener
April 17, 2024
Great care as always!
April 14, 2024
I've had 2 surgeries with Dr. O'Brien and his staff. Everyone has always listened to my questions and concerns, and provided exceptional feedback and responses. They are top-notch.
March 23, 2024
I appreciate his valuable time ~
February 08, 2024
Dr. O'brien answered all of my questions during the visit. Follower up with a phone call and made referrals in a timley manner. Very happy with the care recieved.
December 28, 2023
Dr. O'Brien is a very capable and caring doctor. I felt like I received the best possible care plan of action and surgery. I trust Dr. O'Brien and will request him in the future for my care and will recommend him to others.
November 30, 2023
Dr. O'Brien was so generous with his time, explaining all of my options and helping me make the decision on a course of treatment that is best for me. He explains it all very clearly in layman's terms and was eager to offer up additional info on therapy exercises I can do at home.
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