Dr. Lindgren, Orthopedic Surgeon and The Care Team

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Certification
Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowship
Fellowship in Hip and Knee Reconstruction and Hip Preservation Surgery at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah

Residency
Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center/Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska

Medical Degree
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Professional Affiliations

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
American Orthopaedic Association

Lauren Edwards, PA-C, MPAS works in conjunction with  Dr. Kevin Lindgren to coordinate excellent orthopedic patient care. She earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Des Moines University. She joined Dr. Lindgren shortly after graduation. Lauren is a member of the Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants, as well as American Academy of Physician Assistants. She currently assists Dr. Lindgren in the operating room and clinic, as well as rounding on patients in the hospital.

During her free time, Lauren enjoys hiking, reading, cooking, and traveling.

Certification
Board Certified, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Medical Education
Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Des Moines University, Des Moines, IA.
Professional Affiliations

American Academy of Physician Assistants
Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants

Mackenzie Kretzschmar, PA-C, MPAS works in conjunction with  Dr. Kevin Lindgren to coordinate excellent orthopedic patient care. She earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Des Moines University.  Mackenzie is a member of the Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants, as well as American Academy of Physician Assistants. She currently assists Dr. Lindgren in the operating room and clinic, as well as rounding on patients in the hospital.  During her free time, Mackenzie enjoys exercise, reading, travel, and spending time outside with her husband and dog.

Certification
Board Certified, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Medical Education
Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Des Moines University, Des Moines, IA.
Professional Affiliations

American Academy of Physician Assistants
Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants