Orthopedics: General Orthopedics, Foot and Ankle Surgery, and Spine Surgery
Sioux Falls, SD
Most recent review: 6 days ago
New
4.8
786 Ratings
310 Comments
Dr. Gregory F. Alvine is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery. He also developed a passion for foot and ankle surgery after he practiced with his father for over ten years.
Dr. Gregory F. Alvine is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery. He also developed a passion for foot and ankle surgery after he practiced with his father for over ten years.
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He did surgery on my back 2 years ago. When I had a car accident, I wanted to see him again because he did such an excellent job the first time.
(6 days ago)
Oct-2025
Absolutely worst doctor I’ve ever gone to. Didn’t even really look at me and completely ignored my hypermobility, was absolutely rude and short with me and only cared about the billing. The xray tech missed an xray of back and my paperwork wasn’t filled out correctly and he blamed me for it. I literally left the clinic in tears, I’ve had chronic pain most of my life, just bc I don’t show it the same as everyone else and I am flexible, doesn’t mean I’m not in just as much pain as anyone else. I have suffered for years, was really hopeful I would find help here. I am also neurodivergent and found my exam extremely stressful getting yelled at for things out of my control bc he acted like I was wasting his time.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Very kind, quick and efficient.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Great doctor! Clearly explained everything along with different options.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Alvine took more time with the appointment to talk about what he was seeing, my options, and what we need to do next.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
He just popped in as we just were going to leave so didn’t really deal with him
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Very thorough and explained everything.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
I like him very much he show that he cares
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
Felt very rushed.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
Dr Alvine was great! Very informative and personable! Thank you so much for the best care!
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
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(Old Main Office) Sioux Falls
From Dr. Alvine My father had a great influence on me. He was an orthopedic surgeon as well, and I had the opportunity to practice with him over ten years of the past 22 years of my practice. Over the years, I observed how he treated each and every patient as an opportunity to help them, which I try to do today.
About Dr. Alvine Dr. Alvine is a native of Sioux Falls and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science degree from the University of Iowa in 1987. He received his Medical Degree from the University of Iowa in 1991 and went on to complete his Residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Kansas in 1996. Dr. Alvine completed Spine Surgery Fellowship at Orthopedic Physician Associates in Seattle, WA in 1997 and then returned to Sioux Falls to begin his practice in July 1997. He practices general orthopedics with a special interest in foot and ankle surgery and spine surgery.
Dr. Alvine specializes in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery. He also developed a passion for foot and ankle surgery after he practiced with his father for over ten years. Before his retirement, his father specialized in the treatment of complex foot and ankle disorders, with a special interest in total ankle replacements. Today, Dr. Alvine has a very unique and rewarding practice treating both complex spine conditions as well as foot and ankle problems.
Dr. Alvine has a wife and four children. He enjoys spending time with his family, being outdoors, and aviation.
SPECIALTIES Spine surgery Foot and ankle surgery Ankle replacement General orthopedic surgery
He did surgery on my back 2 years ago. When I had a car accident, I wanted to see him again because he did such an excellent job the first time.
Absolutely worst doctor I’ve ever gone to. Didn’t even really look at me and completely ignored my hypermobility, was absolutely rude and short with me and only cared about the billing. The xray tech missed an xray of back and my paperwork wasn’t filled out correctly and he blamed me for it. I literally left the clinic in tears, I’ve had chronic pain most of my life, just bc I don’t show it the same as everyone else and I am flexible, doesn’t mean I’m not in just as much pain as anyone else. I have suffered for years, was really hopeful I would find help here. I am also neurodivergent and found my exam extremely stressful getting yelled at for things out of my control bc he acted like I was wasting his time.
Very kind, quick and efficient.
Great doctor! Clearly explained everything along with different options.
Dr Alvine took more time with the appointment to talk about what he was seeing, my options, and what we need to do next.
He just popped in as we just were going to leave so didn’t really deal with him
Very thorough and explained everything.
I like him very much he show that he cares
Felt very rushed.
Dr Alvine was great! Very informative and personable! Thank you so much for the best care!