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Justin Mitchell, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, La Crosse, WI, Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center

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Orthopaedic Surgery La Crosse, WI

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Surgeon

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Summary

  • Dr. Mitchell is a board certified Orthopaedic Surgeon in LaCrosse, WI, specializing in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. As an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine and care of the athlete, he has an interest and specialty training in complex knee surgery and arthroscopy, complex shoulder surgery and arthroscopy, and hip arthroscopy.

    Dr. Mitchell was born and raised in Oshkosh, Wisconsin and graduated with highest distinction from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelor of Science double major in Zoology and Biology. He then received his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and pursued his orthopedic surgical residency at the University of Colorado Hospital where he received both research and teaching awards during his training.

    Following residency, Dr. Mitchell completed a sports medicine fellowship at the prestigious Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, CO. He has authored and co-authored over 70 peer reviewed articles and has been invited to present his research at several national and international meetings. Dr. Mitchell also serves as a team physician for the US Ski and Snowboard Team, and has cared for professional athletes from the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, several Soccer leagues, and US Olympic Team.

    Dr. Mitchell is currently focused on research relating to complex injuries of the hip, knee, and shoulder. He also has a passion for joint preserving research and techniques. Dr. Mitchell now practices in LaCrosse, Wisconsin at Gundersen Health System.

Education & Training

  • Steadman Philippon Research Institute
    Steadman Philippon Research InstituteFellowship, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, 2015 - 2016
  • University of Colorado
    University of ColoradoResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2010 - 2015
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    Medical College of WisconsinClass of 2010
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison
    University of Wisconsin-MadisonBS, Zoology and Biology, 2006

Certifications & Licensure

  • IA State Medical License
    IA State Medical License 2018 - 2026
  • MN State Medical License
    MN State Medical License 2020 - 2025
  • WI State Medical License
    WI State Medical License 2016 - 2025
  • CO State Medical License
    CO State Medical License 2012 - 2017
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Gold Humanism Award for Excellence in Patient Care University of Colorado Hospital, 2015
  • Excellence Award for Top Resident in Medical Student Education University of Colorado Department of Orthopedic Surgery, 2015
  • Excellence in reviewing award Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery, 2018
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Epidemiology of anterior tibial spine fractures in young patients: A retrospective cohort study of 122 cases  
    Axibal DP, Mitchell JJ, Mayo MH, Chahla J, Dean CS, Vidal AF, Rhodes JT., J Pedr Orthop., 1/1/2019
  • Immediate physical therapy without postoperative restrictions following open subpectoral biceps tenodesis: low failure rates and improved outcomes at a minimum 2-year ...  
    Liechti DJ, Mitchell JJ, Menge TJ, Hackett TR., J Shoulder Elbow Surg., 1/1/2018
  • Axial-Oblique Versus Standard Axial 3-T Magnetic Resonance Imaging for the Detection of Trochlear Cartilage Lesions: A Prospective Study  
    LaPrade RF, Cram TR, Mitchell JJ, Geeslin AG, Lockard C, Fitzcharles EK, Dornan GJ., Orthop J Sports Med, 1/1/2018
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Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • Hemophilic Pseudotumor: A rare medical and orthopaedic complication.
    Mitchell JJ, Peterson V, Maguire A, Hackbarth D., Wisconsin American College of Physicians State Conference., Wisconsin Dells, WI, 1/1/2008
  • Outcomes and gait analysis after operative treatment of calcaneal fractures with minimum twelve month follow up
    Mitchell JJ, Long J, Marks R, Mauer, L., National Institute on Aging Training Grant Symposium, Milwaukee, WI, 1/1/2007
  • Randomized controlled trial of a telephone and mail intervention for alcohol use disorders: Three-month outcomes for dependent drinkers.
    Mitchell JJ, Sanders L, Brown R., University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Family Medicine Research Symposium, Madison, WI, 1/1/2006
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Lectures

  • Orthopaedic Video Theater - Alignment Correction Procedures for the Knee: When, Where, and How to Perform. 
    San Diego, CA - 1/14/2017
  • Orthopaedic Video Theater - Hip Fluid Seal: Techniques for Reestablishment. 
    San Diego, CA - 1/14/2017
  • Orthopaedic Video Theater - Save the Meniscus: Repair Techniques (Inside-Out, Outside-In and Root Repair) 
    San Diego, CA - 1/14/2017
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Other

Press Mentions

  • Gundersen Orthopedics Expands to Meet Region-Wide Needs
    Gundersen Orthopedics Expands to Meet Region-Wide NeedsJuly 11th, 2017
  • Acknowledgment of Reviewers
    Acknowledgment of ReviewersJuly 31st, 2017
  • Positive Outcomes Seen up to 5 Years Following CAM Procedures in Patients with Glenohumeral OA
    Positive Outcomes Seen up to 5 Years Following CAM Procedures in Patients with Glenohumeral OANovember 17th, 2016

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