Dr. Wickman is a shoulder and elbow surgeon who treats the full spectrum of conditions, from straightforward problems to the most complex reconstructions. He cares for athletes, active older adults, laborers, and patients facing revision or failed prior surgery.
His surgical expertise includes arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, arthroscopic labral repair, and arthroscopic glenoid bone block procedures for shoulder instability. When joint replacement is needed, Dr. Wickman tailors the approach to each patient and offers advanced options, including 3D surgical planning, robotic-assisted arthroplasty, and customized 3D printed implants, when they are indicated.
Central to his philosophy is the belief that knowing when to operate is as important as knowing how. Surgery is a powerful tool, but not always the right one. Dr. Wickman offers every form of nonoperative care, and he partners with each patient to choose the path that best fits their needs and goals.
Having grown up working on his family’s farm and playing hockey, Dr. Wickman understands firsthand how much function matters. In clinic, he works with patients to set clear goals for returning to the work, sport, or hobbies they love. His ultimate aim for every patient is a better quality of life.