Scott Gleason, DO
- Primary Specialties: Orthopedic Surgery (Board Certified), Orthopedics, Sports Medicine (Board Certified)
About Scott
Dr. Scott Gleason is a board-certified and fellowship-trained Shoulder and Sports Medicine Specialist dedicated to getting athletes and active individuals of all ages back to doing what they love. Utilizing cutting-edge techniques, including minimally invasive arthroscopy and advanced cartilage restoration procedures, Dr. Gleason addresses a wide range of shoulder and knee conditions. He prioritizes restoring and repairing native tissue and cartilage whenever possible, employing patient-specific surgical planning for optimal outcomes. This personalized approach extends to a variety of treatment options, from biologic injections like Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) to complex fracture management and care for injuries of the elbow, wrist, and ankle. While joint replacement may be considered, when necessary, Dr. Gleason's focus remains on preserving your natural joint health. He also serves as a team physician for local high schools and Southeastern Community College athletics and contributes to advancements in the field through peer review for the prestigious American Journal of Sports Medicine (AJSM).
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Certifications
Orthopedic Surgery American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons
Professional Memberships
American Orthopedic Association (AOA)
American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (AOAO)
AO Trauma Foundation
Mid-America Orthopedic Association
International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery, and Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Conditions Treated
Fractures & dislocations
Tendon injuries
Ligament injuries
Sport injuries
Nerve injuries/pain
Deformities
Arthritis
Work injuries
Procedures Performed
Rotator cuff repair
Labral Repair (Treatment of shoulder instability)
Arthroscopic management of Bicep Tendon pathology
Shoulder replacement
Shoulder replacement revision
Shoulder Ligament Reconstruction/Repair
Superior Capsular Reconstruction
Proximal Humerus and Clavicle Fractures
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction with Autograft & Allograft
Revision ACL Reconstruction
Pediatric ACL Reconstruction
Ligament Repair/Reconstruction
Meniscal Repair
Patellar (kneecap) Instability Stabilization
Cartilage Transplant and Restoration (MACI procedure, Osteochondral Allograft, OATS procedure)
Quadriceps & Patellar Tendon Repair
Knee Replacement
Fractures involving the Femur, Tibia, and Patella
Achilles Tendon Repair
High ankle sprain, Syndesmotic Injury
Ankle Fractures
Bicep Tendon Repair
Tennis Elbow/Golfer's Elbow
Ligament Repair/Reconstruction
Cubital Tunnel Release
Elbow Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Release
Trigger Finger Release
Wrist/Hand Fractures
- Medical School
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Des Moines University
Des Moines IA
- Residency
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Midwestern University
Chicago IL
- Fellowship
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis MN