Summary

Dr. Thomas Flesher is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine with nearly five decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Health System. Throughout his 49-year career, Dr. Flesher has developed extensive expertise in treating musculoskeletal conditions and sports-related injuries. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Flesher practices at Sanford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and maintains hospital privileges at Integris Baptist Medical Center Portland Avenue. He focuses on treating joint pain, knee discomfort, and hip problems that can significantly impact daily activities. His surgical expertise includes comprehensive orthopedic procedures and specialized sports medicine interventions designed to restore function and mobility. Patients have given Dr. Flesher an outstanding average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 49 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Johns Hopkins Health System
  • 3 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Sanford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Sioux Falls

1210 W 18th St Ste G01Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.9 
49 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Sioux Falls , SDCanton , SDSioux Falls , SDSioux Falls , SD
Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: SANFORD SCHOOL OF MEDICINE THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Flesher

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • UCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Flesher has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Flesher has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sport Medicine Specialist
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Dakota, 2025, Expired
Medical Doctor, Oklahoma, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Johns Hopkins Health System

Medical School

University Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated in 1977

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Dr. Thomas Flesher speaks English.

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