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Chad Kurtenbach, MD

4.8 out of 5 Patient Rating

A Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine

Dr. Chad Kurtenbach specializes in sports medicine. As the team physician for South Dakota State University, he interacts with athletes, athletic trainers and coaches to quickly diagnose and manage sports injuries.

He creates comprehensive athlete treatment plans that can include:

Bracing
Diagnostic tests
Physical therapy
Surgery

The athletes he treats participate in a return-to-performance program to reduce the chances of re-injury.

Dr. Kurtenbach also serves as an assistant professor at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine.

Speaks: English

Specialties

Orthopedic Surgery

Primary Location

Sanford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Sioux Falls

1210 W. 18th St.
Suite G01
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104 1210 W. 18th St.
Suite G01
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104

12/25/24: Closed
01/01/25: Closed

Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Additional Locations

Background Information

Education & Training History

Fellowship:

Sports Medicine: TRIA Orthopaedic Center, Minneapolis, MN

Residency:

Orthopedic Surgery: Orlando Health, Orlando, FL

Medical School:

University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN

Board Certifications:

American Board of Orthopedic Surgery: Sports Medicine
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery: Orthopedic Surgery

Experience & Research

Professional Memberships:

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Arthroscopy Association of North America
International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Research Experience:

Co-author of a textbook chapter on unicompartmental knee arthritis
Clinical research in the areas of posterolateral corner knee injuries, ACL tears and shoulder labral tears

Idea of Care

I enjoy treating athletes and active people of all ages. All sports teams deal with injuries, but the most successful teams are able to minimize the impact of injuries.

It's my goal to provide exceptional care to each individual and to help treat and prevent injuries. My treatment plans are formed from the most up-to-date information and are tailored to each patient’s goals. It's satisfying to help people return to the activities they enjoy.

Personal Interests

Dr. Kurtenbach is an outdoor enthusiast. He enjoys hunting, fishing, boating, skiing, golfing and playing basketball. As an avid sports fan, he looks forward to the start of football and basketball season each year.

Awards and Distinctions

Five-year Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Publications

Additional Locations

Sanford Health Brookings Clinic

922 22nd Ave. S.
Brookings, South Dakota 57006

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