Dr. Michael J Vanwagner

Dr. VanWagner did my Total Hip Replacement surgery. Let me tell you, he spent so much time educating me about my arthritis, and the surgery. He made me feel so comfortable from the very first time we met about everything. I knew I needed my hip replaced for a long time. I was going to have it done out west. I research my doctors and ask around. Im telling you he is the best in our area hands down. He's humble, kind, well spoken and a no nonsense kind of doctor. I NEVER felt like he was pressuring me to have surgery. I was always MY decision. Since surgery I have been back out to Aspen twice skiing! I have been cross country skiing with what little snow we have! I feel like I have my life back. Thank you Dr. VanWagner for your care and expertise. You and your staff at the Munson Orthopedic Institute have quite the recipe for excellent patient care!

He redid my old knee replacement that was over 20 years old. Everything with my surgery went better than I thought it would and my knee feels better than it has in many years. A few weeks later I became ill and was hospitalized for reasons that were not related to my knee. Dr. called my husband and me regularly to check on me. He has a way of making everything feel ok. He cares about his patients and I appreciated that when I was sick.

I had a wonderful experience with Dr. VanWagner! I love my new hip and could not be happier with my quick recovery.

Dr. VanWagner replaced my hip. I had such a good experience with him and his staff. I felt like they truly cared about me and supported me during the whole process. I drove hours to see him and am glad I did. I highly recommend him.

Dr. VanWagner replaced my knee. It has been such a wonderful experience beginning to end. His nursing staff Susan and Christy were helpful and informative through the whole process. They were all so professional. I have not had that kind of care from any other doctor or their team. Thank you!

I was referred to Dr. VanWagner from another orthopedic surgeon to address my hip. I had such a bad problem that my leg was much shorter than my other side and I could hardly walk. I knew the first time I met Dr. VanWagner that he was my surgeon. His whole demeanor was very calming, and he took his time to explain everything to me. Most importantly he was honest! My legs are the same length now and I feel great for the first time in years!

I had a total knee done 2 years ago by another surgeon and it was fine, but then Dr. VanWagner did my other knee with the robot. The recovery and experience were MUCH better this time around! Thanks dr. vw, my husband is next!

My story: I saw 3 doctors before finally seeing an orthopedic surgeon, then I saw 2 other orthopedic surgeons before I saw Dr. VanWagner. My hip had bothered me to where I could not walk or sit. Everybody said there was nothing wrong with my hip. Try therapy they said! Try pills they said! You're too young for hip pain they said! When I saw Dr. VanWagner he was actually an honest doctor who sat down next to me and talked to me like a human being. "Let's figure this out together" he said! What a breath of fresh air. He drew pictures, showed me models, taught me and never made me feel stupid. Had such a relaxed and in control vibe to him. We figured it out alright and eventually underwent surgery, the ball of my hip was dying I had avascular necrosis and Dr. VanWagner fixed me and I am so grateful I found him and that he actually cared enough to not write me off. Thanks doc.

Just, wow! This is how doctors should be. He actually spent time talking to me, my husband and children. He explained my condition in a way I could actually understand, and was honest about what I could expect from my surgery. Then there's the surgery! I had very little to almost no pain after surgery and was up walking the same day! An overall great experience.

Thank you for taking care of my mother Dr. VanWagner!

fixed my knee, thanks doc!

Wonderful and kind doctor.

Dr. VanWagner replaced my hip from the anterior approach after I had a clumsy fall! I was walking without any cane in a couple of weeks! My whole experience was wonderful!

excellent care. very satisfied with Dr. VanWagner.

broke the ball of my hip hanging Christmas lights. Lucky for me Dr. VanWagner was on call. He did surgery the next day and I am feeling great! A+ doc!

I am a donor at the Mayo Clinic. I was transferred here after I fractured my hip. I knew I would receive the best possible care, and I did. Dr. VanWagner was able to give me a total hip replacement from the front. Everything about my visit went well and I am thankful for his care and his kind manner.

He took care of my mother's broken hip at the Mayo Clinic. She did good, and he was honest and caring throughout the whole process. He explained the surgery to us, and answered all of our questions. I am glad she had her surgery at the Mayo Clinic and I am thankful for Dr. VanWagner.