Orthopedic Institute (OI), nationally recognized, award-winning, and one of the most highly respected independent physician g ... roups specializing in orthopedics and sports medicine in the Midwest has been transforming lives through extraordinary orthopedic care for nearly 50 years. Through empowering the private practice model, OI delivers the most efficient, compassionate, and highest-quality care to the communities it serves. COMPREHENSIVE CARE – We provide state-of-the-art holistic care for musculoskeletal (commonly called ‘orthopedic’ or ‘joint and spine’) pain management and injuries. Bringing world-class training and treatment options for fractures, joint injuries, arthritis, and spine problems. We help patients get relief and recover faster with our unique personalized approach to physical and occupational therapy. AWARD-WINNING - Orthopedic Institute is proud to have 15 surgeons recognized in 2020 by Wellmark® Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® as Blue Distinction® Center+ physicians in Spine Surgery and Knee and Hip Replacement. Orthopedic Institute has more physicians receiving this distinction than any other provider in South Dakota. WORLD-CLASS TEAM - Our 200+ member, 17 physician team, embodies our core values of excellence, teamwork, compassion, innovation, and wellness. CONVENIENT LOCATIONS - We have a central office on the Avera McKennan Health main campus in Sioux Falls, SD, clinics located in Yankton and Brookings, and 15 additional outreach locations throughout South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa, Orthopedic Institute has a place close to you. We partner with referring doctors across the Midwest to provide exceptional orthopedic care, when and where you need it. EXCEPTIONAL PATIENT EXPERIENCES – Recognized locally as a The Local Best - Sioux Falls winner, our passion provides an unparalleled patient experience during every visit, every treatment. read more