Melissa Weinandt joined Orthopedic Institute in 2019. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Biology and a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of South Dakota.
Melissa Weinandt joined Orthopedic Institute in 2019. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Biology and a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of South Dakota.
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Melissa is friendly and caring. She interacts with Randy and provided good care.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Friendly. Professional. Understood need for pain relief
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
She listened carefully to what I had to say and gave me a plan to hopefully treat my trouble.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Compassionate for back hurting patient. Answered my questions
Full of helpful information. Thank you!!
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
She was great, answered all my questions.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Very professional and friendly trust her to give me cortisone shots even when I hate needles!!
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
She was good at listening and talking through my meds and pain issues and stimulator updates . I have always respected my doctors and PAs advice and plans for treatments.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Very personable. Answered all my questions and made sure all was addressed in my appointment.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Melissa listened to what I was telling her about what was going on with my back and suggested a couple of options for treatment . I'm very pleased with the outcome of our visit today. Thanks Melissa
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
She's excellent! She's kind and listened to me.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
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(Old Main Office) Sioux Falls
Melissa Weinandt joined Orthopedic Institute in 2019. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Biology and a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of South Dakota.
Melissa pursued a career as a Physician Assistant to be able to provide compassionate, comprehensive care to patients. She practices evidence-based medicine while still taking the time to listen to patients to get to the root of their problems. Having grown up in a small town near Sioux Falls, she saw firsthand Orthopedic Institute’s reputation of providing high-quality healthcare and is excited to be a part of the team. She enjoys seeing patients succeed after treatment and return to their previous standard of living.
Outside of the office, Melissa enjoys spending time with her friends and family. She also loves playing and watching soccer, baking, and traveling.
Melissa is friendly and caring. She interacts with Randy and provided good care.
Friendly. Professional. Understood need for pain relief
She listened carefully to what I had to say and gave me a plan to hopefully treat my trouble.
Compassionate for back hurting patient. Answered my questions Full of helpful information. Thank you!!
She was great, answered all my questions.
Very professional and friendly trust her to give me cortisone shots even when I hate needles!!
She was good at listening and talking through my meds and pain issues and stimulator updates . I have always respected my doctors and PAs advice and plans for treatments.
Very personable. Answered all my questions and made sure all was addressed in my appointment.
Melissa listened to what I was telling her about what was going on with my back and suggested a couple of options for treatment . I'm very pleased with the outcome of our visit today. Thanks Melissa
She's excellent! She's kind and listened to me.