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Airell Nygaard, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Excelsior, MN

AirellLeightonNygaardMD

Orthopaedic Surgery • Excelsior, MN

Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Trauma

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  • Office

    24460 Yellowstone Trl
    Excelsior, MN 55331
    Phone+1 209-768-5600

Education & Training

  • University of Colorado
    University of ColoradoResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1974 - 1979
  • HCA HealthONE /Presbyterian-St Luke’s Medical Center
    HCA HealthONE /Presbyterian-St Luke’s Medical CenterInternship, Transitional Year, 1973 - 1974
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    Baylor College of MedicineClass of 1973

Certifications & Licensure

  • MN State Medical License
    MN State Medical License 2024 - 2025
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2002 - 2024
  • ND State Medical License
    ND State Medical License Active through 2010
  • CO State Medical License
    CO State Medical License 1974 - 2003
  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 1974 - 1992
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Most Compassionate Doctor American Registry

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