Bryce J. Braaksma, D.O.

Take advantage of the latest in orthopedic techniques and robotic-assisted surgery to help alleviate your pain with Bryce Braaksma, DO. Practicing at Avera Orthopedics in Sioux Falls, SD, Dr. Braaksma specializes in minimally invasive surgeries for knee and hip replacements, which often doesn’t require incision through muscles or tendons – providing a quicker recovery with less pain. As a fellowship trained specialist, he also receives referrals for failed hip or knee replacements.

His surgical procedures include: Partial Knee Replacements Total Knee Replacements Total Hip Replacements Robotic-Assisted Surgery Direct Anterior Hip Replacements Revision Total Hip Replacements Revision Total Knee Replacements

Compassionate Care from Experience Looking for an orthopedic provider who understands you? Dr. Braaksma has true empathy for his patients with orthopedic surgery needs, having suffered from multiple sports-related knee injuries during his college football years. His experience as a patient, his passion for science, and his desire to improve patient’s quality of life convinced him that orthopedic surgery was his calling in life.

“Seeing patients who’ve suffered with hip or knee pain for years or decades, and then to see them back a few weeks after surgery, where their pain is gone, and they are back to doing the things they love – working, athletics, or playing with grandkids – is a rewarding experience. There is nothing better than seeing the positive impact you’ve had on their life – that’s why I am an arthroplasty surgeon,” Dr. Braaksma said.

Active Lifestyle When not working, Dr. Braaksma enjoys spending time with his friends and family. He is an avid fan of his alma mater and enjoys attending Iowa State football and basketball games.

Professional Memberships: American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics American Medical Associations American Osteopathic Association Honors, Awards, etc. Sigma Sigma Phi National Osteopathic Honor Society All Big XII Academic First Team Certifications Eligible - American Board of Orthopedic Surgery Advanced Trauma Life Support Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support