Scott G. Perkinson MD, FAAOS
Practice: Orthopaedic & Fracture Clinic
Specialty: Orthopedics
Office locations: Mankato, St. Peter, Fairmont
Most recent review: 4 days ago
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13 Ratings
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Dr. Scott Perkinson, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, arthroscopic procedures, robotic joint replacement, hand surgery, and fracture care for adults and children. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Wisconsin. Dr. Perkinson practiced in Owatonna, Minnesota, for 12 years, serving as a high school team physician and Surgery Department Chair at Owatonna Hospital from 2017 to 2024. He also established the hospital’s robotic and same-day joint replacement programs in 2021.
5.05.0 out of 5
13 Ratings
8 Comments
Dr. Scott Perkinson, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, arthroscopic procedures, robotic joint replacement, hand surgery, and fracture care for adults and children. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Wisconsin. Dr. Perkinson practiced in Owatonna, Minnesota, for 12 years, serving as a high school team physician and Surgery Department Chair at Owatonna Hospital from 2017 to 2024. He also established the hospital’s robotic and same-day joint replacement programs in 2021.
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The Orthopaedic & Fracture Clinic
1431 Premier Drive
Mankato, MN 56001
Mankato, MN 56001
River's Edge Hospital & Clinic
1900 North Sunrise Drive
St. Peter, MN 56082
St. Peter, MN 56082
United Hospital District – Blue Earth
515 South Moore Street
Blue Earth, MN 56013
Blue Earth, MN 56013
Dr. Scott Perkinson, M.D., is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in sports medicine utilizing minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques; robotic joint replacement, including knee, hip, shoulder, and reverse shoulder replacement; hand surgery; and fracture care. He treats adult and pediatric patients of all ages and activity levels. As an athlete himself, Dr. Perkinson understands the importance of staying active and physically fit no matter your ability level.
Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dr. Perkinson received his Bachelor’s Degree in Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development summa cum laude from the University of Minnesota. He went on to earn his Medical Doctorate also from the University for Minnesota in Minneapolis. He completed his five-year residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, WI.
Dr. Perkinson practiced in Owatonna, MN for 12 years serving as team physician for Owatonna High School Athletics during that time period. He served as Surgery Department Chair of Owatonna Hospital from 2017-2024, where he started the Robotic and Same-Day joint replacement programs in 2021 utilizing the Mako robotic system.
Dr. Perkinson joined Orthopaedic and Fracture Clinic in 2025, where he serves area patients in the Mankato, Fairmont, Blue Earth, and surrounding communities. He offers surgical and non-surgical care for treatment of acute and chronic injuries of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, knee, hip, and ankle.
Dr. Perkinson now lives in the Mankato community with his wife, Anna, and two sons, Ethan and Elliot. During his free time, he enjoys car racing, mountain biking, snowboarding, wakesurfing, running, weight-lifting, and Buckeye and Vikings football.
Areas of expertise:
Joint Replacement:
Robotic Hip and Knee Replacement - utilizing the Mako robot
Shoulder Replacement and reverse shoulder replacement utilizing Arthrex® Virtual Implant Positioning™ (VIP) for Shoulder Replacement: Procedures with the VIP system use precision surgical planning developed through advanced software and imaging of each patient’s shoulder. Dr. Perkinson then uses surgical instrumentation specific to the patient’s shoulder to place their implant with exceptional accuracy.
Sports Medicine:
Knee arthroscopy - meniscal repair, ACL reconstruction
Shoulder arthroscopy - rotator cuff repair, labral repair, shoulder instability, biceps pathology
Patellofemoral instability including MPFL reconstruction
Hand/Elbow surgery:
Carpal tunnel
Trigger fingers
CMC arthroplasty
Cubical tunnel
Lateral epicondylitis
Fracture care including pediatrics
Team Affiliations:
Team Physician for Owatonna High School 2013-2025
Professional Associations:
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery
Arthroscopy Association of North America
Minnesota Orthopedic Society
Minnesota Medical Association
Very thorough and I feel very confident in having my surgery done at your clinic. Been in pain for almost a year and he told me exactly what is going on and what he needs to do to fix it. My first surgery ever I’m scared but I believe he will help me get back to some normalcy in my life
Dr. Perkinson was fantastic. He explained everything clearly, laid out the options and went over all the pros and cons of each option. He's very knowledgeable and friendly. I look forward to having him perform my upcoming surgery as I am confident in his abilities and is someone i trust with my health.
He is always prompt, personable and the most trusted surgeon!
Scott listened to me as a patient, not a number. He found an issue another organization I believe ignored. Scott got rid of my pain. Thank you very much for being such a great doctor in such a great organization.
Through and great to work with
Very informative, easy to talk to.
Very nice & explained what I needed & what was best for me.
Always positive and takes him time to listen and explain your issues