Robert V. Knowlan, MD

Steven Meisterling, MD, is a board certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who holds a subspecialty certification in sports medicine. He specializes in arthroscopy of the knee, shoulder, and elbow; joint replacement of the knee, hip, and shoulder; and elbow reconstruction. Dr. Meisterling completed an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Alabama, with Dr. James Andrews. He received his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, Nebraska, and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan. Insurance reminder: individual plans may vary, and it is the patient’s responsibility to confirm that their provider is in-network.

Over the past two decades since starting his practice, advances in our understanding of rheumatic diseases have evolved greatly. These include not only the discovery of new diseases, uncovering new insights into old diseases, but also progress in treatments options as well. Diseases once thought to be untreatable and/or life threatening are now controlled with the use of powerful biologics and immunomodulating agents allowing patients to live longer and with improved quality of life. However, with such an ever-expanding knowledge base comes the challenges of increasing patient management complexities. These may include issues such as side effects of new medications, appropriateness of newer diagnostic modalities, and or navigating through the maze of health care coverages for the different medications which are often quite expensive. These are all difficult and potentially frightening for a patient who is diagnosed with a chronic rheumatologic disease, especially when facing unexpected events like the Covid-19 pandemic while on immunosuppressive medications. The prognosis and outcome often then depend on the trust and cooperation between the patient and the physician. Dr. Wu strives to provide the best care that he can by being thorough, paying attention to details, practicing evidence-based medicine, and staying up to date.

Twin Cities Orthopedics Hudson is located inside the Hudson Medical Center. At TCO Hudson, patients can receive orthopedic and rheumatology treatments for both short-term and long-term bone and joint conditions. These treatments aim to reduce pain, increase flexibility, and improve mobility. Whether you are recovering from an injury or dealing with a chronic condition, our specialists will provide you with the information and options to make the best decision regarding your health. TCO Hudson also offers a wide range of physical and hand therapy services to help patients get back to the activities they love. We’ll work with you to create customized treatment plans to prevent injury, provide surgical or non-surgical rehabilitation, and more. Featuring over 16,000 square feet of indoor turf and training space, TCO Hudson is a sports performance destination for athletes and teams of all ages.