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Sports medicine is a branch of orthopedic care that treats a variety of bone, muscle and joint injuries that occur from sports and activities of daily living. Anybody of any skill or movement level can benefit from sports medicine — it’s not just for athletes.

Find compassionate care from Dustin Volkmer, MD, who specializes in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine at Avera Orthopedics in Sioux Falls, SD.

Expert Care in Orthopedic Care and Sports Medicine

Dr. Volkmer offers a variety of surgical and nonsurgical treatment measures. Trust him for expert care in:

  • Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, hip and knee
  • Knee surgery, including ACL and PCL repair and reconstruction
  • Treatment for muscle and joint sprains and strains, dislocations, shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears and more
  • Ligament reconstruction
  • General orthopedics (all ages)

“One of the great things about Avera is their focus on subspecialties,” said Dr. Volkmer. “This means patients have access to a comprehensive team of extensively trained, specialized experts who know what they’re doing and how to approach each case with effective options.”

Active Lifestyle

Dr. Volkmer enjoys spending quality time with his wife and daughters, which often involves supporting them in their activities. As for personal interests, you might find Dr. Volkmer golfing or revisiting his longtime hobby of long-distance running.

Experience

Education

University of Nebraska College of Medicine, Omaha, NE, Medical School

Residency

Loyola University Medical Center, Chicago, Maywood, IL, Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship

Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic, Los Angeles, CA, Sports Medicine

Professional Memberships

  • Arthroscopy Association of North America
  • American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
  • American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
  • South Dakota Representative for the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) Council of Delegates
  • Member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) Membership Committee
  • Peer reviewer for American Journal of Sports Medicine
  • Peer reviewer for Arthroscopy Journal

Certifications

American Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Directory Disclaimers

This directory contains information about the provider members of Independent Health Care Associates, Avera Health and all Avera entities, members of the Avera Medical Group, and employed select providers with Avera McKennan, Sioux Falls, SD and Avera Marshall, Marshall, MN and physicians with hospital privileges at Avera St. Luke's, Aberdeen, SD; Avera Sacred Heart, Yankton, SD; Avera Queen of Peace, Mitchell, SD; Avera St. Mary's, Pierre, SD.

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