Kathlyn J Drexler, MD

Dr. Kathlyn Drexler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating conditions affecting the hands, wrists, and extremities. She earned her medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. With 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Drexler has developed expertise in both surgical and non-surgical approaches to orthopedic care. She is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Drexler practices at University Medical Center and sees patients at Avera Orthopedics in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. She frequently treats patients with carpal tunnel syndrome and helps those recovering from wrist fractures return to full function. Her practice also focuses on managing osteoarthritis to help patients maintain mobility and reduce pain. Dr. Drexler performs hand and wrist surgery when conservative treatments aren't sufficient, …and she works closely with physical therapy teams to optimize patient recovery. Patients rate her care at 3.0 out of 5 stars on average.