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Dr. Alexander Meininger, MD

Dr. Alexander Meininger, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Alexander Meininger, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Steamboat Springs, CO. Dr. Meininger has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He is affiliated with UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 66 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (66 reviews)

Practice

940 Central Park Dr Ste 190 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
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Dr. Meininger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Meininger

4.8
66 ratings, 43 with a written review
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Awesome Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Meininger and Khristin Degli are an awesome Team! Tank you for the recent joint diagnosis and the following injections. My swelling and pains has gone away! Thank you so much!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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John F. – Jul 28, 2024
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Total knee replacement failure
Dr. Meininger did a total knee replacement that was a failure. The knee post-surgery was never right even with my commitment to physical therapy and ultimately another surgery. I will have to live with a limited range of motion and pain every day for the rest of my life. I was better off BEFORE the knee replacement; less pain and more flexibility. It was a complete failure.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 19, 2023
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A Doctor that listens
Dr. Meininger looked at my X-rays and talked about options. We went over recovery times and procedures. He didn’t rush and was pleasant to talk to.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 16, 2023
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Great Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Meininger did a great job of providing me with many options for my problem. The option I chose for my knee made be feel better than I have been in years.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Andria Lopez – Mar 27, 2023
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Dr. Meininger is excellent
My husband and I have had both of our knee problems addressed by Dr. Meininger. He is clear and concise in his explanations, a good listener, and does not immediately jump to surgery as the only alternative. I like that the facility is capable of handling all the diagnostics necessary and the surgery center is comfortable and less hectic than a hospital. Thanks, Dr. Meininger for giving us both back our ability to enjoy all the outdoor activities we love!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Laura Shifflett – Oct 09, 2022
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Excellent visit
Dr Meininger was well prepared and knew my history and needs at current time. His examination was thorough and exactly what I needed to understand my situation and to rehabilitate both knee and hip injuries. I am indebted to Dr Meininger for his experience and expertise.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 11, 2022
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Orthopedic surgeon
If you need Orthopedic care I highly recommend Dr Meininger and the team at SOSI. You are in excellent hands and receive outstanding care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Debbie Wilson – Jul 07, 2022
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Initial Office Visit
Dr Menninger and his staff were Professional and competent. They were friendly but focused on the meeting at hand. They clearly and concisely told me my options and I felt secure with the resulting decision. I felt secure like I was in capable hands.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lena H. Walker – May 28, 2022
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Great doc, great experience
I should start by saying I’m apprehensive about going to see a surgeon for a non life threatening injury. I have this suspicion that everything looks like a nail to a hammer. Anyway I collided with a tree, and hurt my knee - pretty painful for a couple days. After a week the pain had mostly subsided. They took some X-rays, tested flexibility of knee and basically said I should wait and see if it gets better or worse. If worse, come back. Apparently there are some hammers who can resist seeing everything as a nail!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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David K. – Mar 19, 2022
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I feel lucky that I made it to 50 before having my first significant orthopedic injury, but feel even luckier that Dr. Meininger and the team at SOSI are here to take care of me. Their responsiveness and genuine interest in me as a patient has been reassuring and comforting. I am early in the process but already feel confident in the plan and the team that is caring for me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 02, 2022
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First time meeting Dr. Meaninger. He and his staff were great. Couldn't ask for better. He is very knowledgeable and explains everything to you leaving you knowing what is found on xray, mri images and what treatment is necessary. He never made me feel like he would rush into surgery unless necessary. Great experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 24, 2021
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I injured my shoulder mountain biking over the summer and am about 12 weeks post-surgery from rotator cuff and bicep tendon repairs. I couldn’t be happier with the results so far. Dr. Meininger and his team have been fantastic to work with, have been very responsive and addressed any questions I’ve had throughout the process. I had surgery in Steamboat, did the first 6 weeks of rehab at Kinetic Energy locally -which was fantastic - and have had the last 6 weeks of rehab at a clinic in the Southeast. The support of the SOSI team made the rehab transition seamless and my checkups are done now via Telemedicine. I can’t say enough about how pleased I am with the results so far, my range of motion, and the skill and help of Dr. Meininger and his team!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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JB – Dec 01, 2021
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Absolutely phenomenal medical treatment from Dr. Meininger and the staff at SOSI. My shoulder was really torn up but now 13 weeks after surgery it's doing great and on my way to full recovery. I highly recommend Dr. Meininger and SOSI.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 02, 2021
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Dr. Meininger is very thorough, didn’t rush through the appointment, was very helpful describing options. Thank you!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 23, 2021
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Replaced a torn ACL
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tom – Sep 03, 2021
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Excellent attention & answered all my questions. Dr. Menininger gave me his full attention. Highly recommend him & his entire staff.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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ELLEN I WATTS – Aug 18, 2021
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We recently relocated to Colorado and needed to find an orthopedic surgeon as experienced as my NY ortho. I looked into Steamboat Orthopedics and found Dr. Meningier. First visit was amazing. Dr. Meningier addressed all my current knee issues along with providing preventative measures. I’m truly grateful to have found Dr. Meningier to help keep my knees as healthy as they can be for a very long time!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kim Teeter – Aug 06, 2021
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Dr. Meininger and his entire staff were very professional and proficient in treating my knee pain. In fact, I was able to get an MRI done the same day in the same facility after seeing the Doctor. They expedited my next visit the following day and we developed a strong game plan for my knee issue. The facility is first class all inclusive care. I was extremely impressed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Reed Grimes – Jul 14, 2021
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Alex is a great guy! Very friendly and professional. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 09, 2021
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Very conscientious, details oriented, proactive, professional and caring
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Very conscientious, details oriented, proactive, p – Jun 06, 2021
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care philosophy

As an athlete myself, I understand sports and activities are a lifestyle. My #1 goal is to return patients' function at home, at work; on the trail or on the field. My philosophy is to exhaust advanced rehabilitation and non-operative therapies...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, University Of Chicago Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011
  • University Of Illinois Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • University Of Illinois Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2006
  • University Of Colorado

    Undergraduate School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • The Winged Scapula: An Update, 08/2011

  • Arthroscopic debridement of the extensor carpi radialis brevis for recalcitrant lateral epicondylitis., 2010

  • Extruded Osteoarticular Distal Tibia: Success at 18-Months with Reimplantation., 2010

  • Articular Cartilage Thickness of the Humeral Head: An Anatomic Study., 2008

  • Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma Resident of the Year Award, 2008

  • Robert Ray Orthopaedic Basic Science Research Award, 06/23/2010

  • Leonard Weinstein Award for Clinical Excellence in Patient Care, 06/23/2010

  • American Orthopaedic Association Resident Leadership Nominee, 2009

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Locations

Practice

Office940 Central Park Dr Ste 190 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
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UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center1024 Central Park Dr Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
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Practice

Office705 Marketplace Plz Ste 200 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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  • UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center

    1024 Central Park Dr
    Steamboat Springs, CO 80487

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    12% higher than the national average

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