Summary

Dr. Edward Craig's clinical focus is on arthroscopy, sports medicine, rotator cuff injury, and shoulder replacement surgery. An internationally renowned shoulder surgeon who lectures throughout the United States and abroad, he has been the designer of a total shoulder replacement system and a pioneer in rotator cuff repair technology.

Educated at Princeton University and Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, Dr. Craig spent his early professional career at the University of Minnesota before joining Hospital for Special Surgery as an attending surgeon. He is also a professor of clinical orthopedic surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College.

The author of more than 80 publications, Dr. Craig has written or edited eight textbooks, including The Shoulder, Clinical Orthopedics, Shoulder Instability, and Shoulder Arthroplasty. Additionally, he has extensive research and teaching experience and is a member of numerous professional organizations, including The American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, The American Orthopedic Association, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (of which he was once president), and The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (of which he once served as a member of the board of directors).

Dr Craig has been the recipient of numerous professional awards, is listed in Whos Who in America, Castle Connellys Top Doctors N.Y. Metro Area, and is featured in both New York magazine and Connecticut magazines Top Doctors issues.

Recently, Dr. Craig was named the 2009 Wholeness of Life Honoree by the HSS Pastoral Care Committee and The HealthCare Chaplaincy. This prestigious award is given annually to a member of the HSS staff who contributes to the quality of care of our patients with understanding, patience, and compassion.

In addition to his practice of Orthopedic Surgery, he has recently completed a masters degree in public health at Columbia University, has written and lectured on many aspects of health care, and is a health columnist for MSNBC.com. Dr. Craig has a web site at www.dredwardcraig.com.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 53 years of experience
  • Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 25 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Edward Vincent Craig has 2 locations

Tria Orthopedic Center Bloomington

8100 Northland DrBloomington, MN 55431
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital

6500 Excelsior BlvdSaint Louis Park, MN 55426

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Dr. Edward Vincent Craig, MDDr. Michael David Wengler, MDDr. Peter Alexander Cole, MDDr. Robby Joseph Bershow, MD
Sports MedicineOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopaedic TraumaSports Medicine
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4.5 
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53 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, German Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Chinese, Spanish, English
Bloomington , MNMinneapolis , MNSt. Paul , MNFridley , MN
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Vincent Craig

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward Vincent Craig has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edward Vincent Craig has the following 25 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Clinical Research
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Diseases
  • Joint Replacement
  • Joint Surgery (Joint Prosthesis Implantation Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Pain
  • Recurrence
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Surgery
  • Tendon Injuries
  • Tendon Injuries (Tendiopathy)

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 1973

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Dr. Edward Craig is affiliated with Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital.
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Dr. Edward Craig's office is located at 8100 Northland Dr, Bloomington, MN, 55431.
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