Dr. Vern Prochaska, MD | Park Rapids, MN | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Prochaska graduated from the Creighton University School of Medicine,General Surgery, Creighton University School of Medicine. He works in Park Rapids, MN and specializes in Orthopedic Surgery.

accepting new patients
4.7

32 Ratings
17 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Orthopaedic Surgery, Creighton-University of Nebraska Health
14 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 office location
Male

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Park Rapids is fortunate to have Dr Prochaska [...].

February 15th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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The doctor was very thorough, asked questions & discussed my care & followup treatment.

February 6th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I tell everyone how terrific my knee replacement went with Dr . Prochaska . He and his staff are the best !

October 19th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Vern Prochaska is always my go to suggestions for anyone who has orthopedic problems..

September 14th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Had a knee replacement in 2007 in Las Vegas, and no pain since. Wish that Dr. Prochaska was still here to do the other one. He is the one for me.

August 12th, 2022

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From day one he was up front, informative & answered all my questions. A no nonsense approach to my care. Told me I needed a partial replacement on both my knees. I put it off for a couple years & when it got to the point I couldn't function I went back to him. He got on my case a lil, rightfully so cuz it went from partial to full replacement on both, at the same time! Awesome doc, great surgeon & makes ya feel like you're a human being. Would recommend him to anyone & have!

December 23rd, 2016

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The nicest Doctor I have ever met. Tried everything he could to avoid putting metal in my knee as I'm only in my 30's yet. Such a valiant effort by a great doctor. Leg is fixed and feeling great!!!

October 17th, 2016

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I had Dr. Prochaska do my shoulder and both knees, he's the best! He always took the time to actually listen and answer all my questions in a way that I understood. Sure wish he was still with Sanford in Fargo cause I sure do miss him :(

September 21st, 2016

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No matter what I complained about ,he knew exactly what it was or what was causing my pain. So easy to talk to and actually listens to his patients. I miss him and wish I knew where he went after Sanford in Fargo, ND.

August 25th, 2016

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Always spends more time than he should , but not in a bad way he cares , very compassionate , highly skilled surgeon , and tells you the truth . He is the only doc to I would recommend to family or good friend

April 25th, 2016

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CHI St. Joseph's Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

600 Pleasant AvePark Rapids, MN 56470

Tel: (218) 616-3700


Dr. Vern Prochaska, MD	Dr. Jody Rothermund	Dr. Sean Mcdonald	Dr. Om Prakash None Sharma, MBBS
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
4.7 (32 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
			36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English			Speaks English
Park Rapids , MN	Wadena , MN	Detroit Lakes , MN	Detroit Lakes , MN
Med School: Creighton University School of Medicine			Med School: Mahatma Gandhi Institute Of Medical Sciences Wardha
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Orthopedic Surgery

Angioplasty
Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery, 1998

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2025, Expired

Medical Doctor, North Dakota, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, Creighton-University of Nebraska Health

Medical School

Creighton University School of Medicine

General Surgery, Creighton University School of MedicineGraduated in Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska (Education/Training)

Dr. Francis Cormier, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
35 Years Exp | Detroit Lakes, MN
(7)
Dr. Jody Rothermund
Orthopedic Surgery
| Wadena, MN
(0)
Dr. Sean Mcdonald
Orthopedic Surgery
| Detroit Lakes, MN
(3)
Dr. Om Prakash None Sharma, MBBS
Family Medicine
36 Years Exp | Detroit Lakes, MN
(0)

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