Our annual Year in Review book is part 'thank you note' to our patients and communities, and part 'time capsule' to remember our impact.
As we reflect back on 2019, especially in the middle of a tumultuous year, we realize how much we have to be grateful for. We're surrounded by incredible people who simply want to make a difference for others, and thanks to all of you -- the future is bright.
Read our 2019 Year in Review: www.tcomn.com/2019
#TestimonialTuesday 📷 by Jim Todd: My son was a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army, stationed in Honolulu, when he suffered a severe knee injury. He had 2 unsuccessful surgeries over 2 years in the Army and was eventually medically retired.
My son was extremely active prior to his injury, but after the injury and surgeries, he was left unable to do the things he enjoyed. Just a casual walk was painful and difficult.
After some extensive research, we found Dr. Robert LaPrade and TCO. We made the trip to Minnesota, had a successful surgery and one week’s worth of physical therapy, and then returned to South Carolina.
Fast forward 8 weeks, and my son is walking pain free, once again optimistic about his future, looking forward to resuming an active life, and pursuing his post-military career.
The thank you list is extensive, and I’ll surely miss someone. Let’s just say it is most definitely a team effort, and Dr. LaPrade and his entire team were a Godsend. Thank you for giving him back the quality of life he deserves!
Two weeks after surgery for a torn meniscus...Reid Ballantyne did the unthinkable.
How trusting TCO kept this Stillwater star’s dream of 5 state titles alive. Full story: www.TCOmn.com/StillwaterStory
This exclusive Minnesota Vikings schedule poster would look great in your office, basement or bedroom!
If you didn't win last week, here's a new-look version featuring Kirk Cousins, Danielle Hunter and Harrison Smith. Found only at TCO, we're sending these out to 25 lucky fans.
For a chance to win, show/tell us where you’d hang yours!
PS - Check back next week for a new #SKOLSaver. Download the free schedule poster: TCOmn.com/exclusive-vikings-items-skolsaver/
Thank YOU.
We’re humbled by all 3,000 runners who participated in this year’s Virtual TCO Minnesota Vikings 5K. Because of YOU -- $50,000 was donated to our Twin Cities Orthopedics Foundation partners Bolder Options, CycleHealth and United Heroes League. We truly appreciate your support for these great causes.
Ready, Set, Stillwater.
Today’s groundbreaking ceremony marked the beginning of a new chapter in our storied history within the Stillwater/Oak Park Heights community. We’re grateful for the opportunity to deepen our roots here, and build something special for the next generation.
Learn more at TCOmn.com/World-Class-TCO-Stillwater-Location-Opening-Fall-2021/
Special thanks to our project partners: RJM Construction, Sperides Reiners Architects, Inc., and the City of Oak Park Heights
Minnesota Vikings fans -- “lock” up a new background for your phone!
Since last week’s #TCOGameday lock screen was so popular, we made a new, exclusive version featuring 3 new players.
Download it now + check out our past giveaways: tcomn.com/exclusive-vikings-items-tcogameday/
From a medical mentorship program to Cooper high school football, last year the TCO Foundation proudly supported more research and community goals than ever before.
Thank you to everyone who made it all possible!
Read the 2019 Annual Report: tcomn.com/tco-foundation-2019-annual-report/
Humbled by this recognition and grateful to everyone who makes TCO special.
Recently, ICF Minnesota awarded TCO the Prism Award for Excellence in Coaching, their highest honor for organizations that demonstrate how their coaching initiatives have addressed key goals, shaped organizational culture, and yielded discernible and measurable positive impacts.
A special thank you to Good Leadership Enterprises and its CEO Paul Batz (pictured) for their executive leadership coaching support. New initiatives were launched, leaders became more efficient, and most importantly, the patient experience improved.
We all know wrestlers are tough....but Stillwater’s Reid Ballantyne is next level.
Surgery at TCO for a torn meniscus. Two weeks later...state champ, again: www.TCOmn.com/StillwaterStory
“Calling” all Minnesota Vikings fans!
Score this free, exclusive #TCOGameday lock screen featuring your favorite players on defense.
Download it now + check out our past giveaways: tcomn.com/exclusive-vikings-items-tcogameday/
Big news from our neighbors in Eagan!
Today marks the grand opening of the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel.
Full story: https://tcomn.com/new-hotel-opens-next-to-tco-eagan-vikings-lakes-location/
What a week!
Our new CEO Aaron Johnson joined Fox 9 just hours into his first day on the job last Thursday.
Watch the full interview: https://www.fox9.com/video/863380
FOX9.COM
Twin Cities Orthopedics new CEO speaks with FOX 9
Our big announcement was featured on the front page of the Star Tribune's Business section last week!
Read the full story on Aaron Johnson becoming our new CEO, and Troy Simonson's focus on Revo Health: www.startribune.com/twin-cities-orthopedics-getting-new-ceo-growing-revo-subsidiary/572830632/
Color this Eric Kendricks jersey for a chance to win his autographed poster!
Since the Minnesota Vikings are resting, we’re playing! Download this exclusive #TCOGameDay coloring sheet, have your kids showcase their skills, and leave a comment with the finished masterpiece. We’ll randomly select 1 lucky winner.
Download it now + check out our past giveaways: tcomn.com/exclusive-vikings-items-tcogameday/
Our new CEO Aaron Johnson joined WCCO Radio this morning for a wide-ranging conversation. Check it out!
WCCO Radio was live.
October 23 at 10:08 AM ·
Newly minted CEO of Twin Cities Orthopedics Aaron Johnson joins Cory Hepola to discuss virtual care during the pandemic, how health care is changing and sports injuries.
We are excited to announce the promotion of Aaron Johnson to Chief Executive Officer, a role held by Troy Simonson since 2013.
Troy will now concentrate on supporting the growth of healthcare practices locally and nationwide as the CEO of Revo Health, a company formed by TCO in 2017.
Under Troy’s guidance, TCO has experienced massive success, and he credits his strong team, led by Aaron, with making these achievements possible.
Aaron, formerly our Chief Operating Officer, has been with the practice for the past 10 years and has been responsible for a number of innovations contributing to TCO’s market growth. Notably, Aaron has managed the development of new TCO buildings and ASCs, while forging strong relationships with local health systems.
“This is an incredible honor, and I’d like to thank the TCO physicians and Troy for putting their trust in me,” Aaron said. “What we’re doing here is special, and it’s my responsibility to keep it that way, long into the future.”
Full story: https://tcomn.com/twin-cities-orthopedics-announces-new-chief-executive-officer-framework-for-continued-growth/
Full-swing ahead. 🏌️♂️
From hitting the links in his hometown of Stillwater, to writing about courses across the state, Rick has played more than 100 rounds of golf this year. The best part -- leaving the golf cart behind.
Trusted Care. Stillwater Approved: tcomn.com/world-class-tco-stillwater-location-opening-fall-2021/
The Case for Consolidating Orthopedic Suppliers.
Our CEO Aaron Johnson explains why now is a good time to strike a deal with vendors thanks to shifts in the orthopedic marketplace, and how cost savings is only one of the benefits. Check out this article from Outpatient Surgery: http://magazine.outpatientsurgery.net/i/1306204-year-of-the-nurse-november-2020-outpatient-surgery-magazine/39
"I run yards like Swiss chard." 😂😂😂
Dalvin Cook for the win! Check out this hilarious segment from The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbA7-rviD3g
YOUTUBE.COM
Jimmy Had NFL Players Secretly Drop Funny Words into Interviews
3 Minnesota Vikings wins in a row has us feeling festive!
Get in the spirit ahead of Sunday’s huge showdown by making this free, exclusive #TCOGameday your phone’s background/lock screen.
Download now + check out past giveaways: https://tcomn.com/exclusive-vikings-items-tcogameday/
Our CEO Aaron Johnson discusses his focus for 2021, rising industry consolidation and bundled payments for spine and total joints in this Q&A with Becker's Spine Review: https://www.beckersspine.com/questions-and-answers/item/50500-twin-cities-new-ceo-on-consolidation-in-orthopedics-value-based-care-growth-in-2021.html
There’s inspiration in every comeback, no matter how big or small.
Last year, we featured the amazing stories of 9 real TCO patients and compiled their journeys into a 30 second commercial. We’re excited to announce that commercial won a Midwest Emmy over the weekend! Huge shout out to acowsay cinema and TFA Group for their incredible work.
Watch the entire #TCOComeback series: https://tcomn.com/comeback-story/
New knee. New lease on life.
Tired of limping around the golf course, Rick turned to TCO. Now he’s pain free, and playing better -- and more often -- than ever.
Watch Rick’s full story: https://tcomn.com/world-class-tco-stillwater-location-opening-fall-2021/
Dr. David Holte reflects on his 19-year run as President of the TCO Board of Directors in this great article from the Minneapolis-St Paul Business Journal: https://bit.ly/3rdq5wu
BIZJOURNALS.COM
Twin Cities Orthopedics president David Holte steps down after 19 years - Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal
With schools and sports opening up, knowing where to turn for fast, accurate COVID testing is essential.
Get your results from our partner OralDNA Labs in 24 hours or less. Plus, it’s now covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield MN, HealthPartners and Medicare insurance. No swab up your nose & no need to leave your car.
Sign up online and receive your results via text: https://oraldna.com/TCO-COVID19/
Thank you for 19 amazing years, Dr. Holte!
After an impressive tenure during which Twin Cities Orthopedics became one of the largest independent orthopedic practices in the country, Dr. David Holte has stepped down as the President of the TCO Board of Directors.
Fellow TCO partner and practicing orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Owen O’Neill, has been named Holte’s successor. Learn more: https://tcomn.com/twin-cities-orthopedics-president-steps-down-after-19-years/
Different kind of shovels in these photos! ❄️⛄️
Back in September, we broke ground on our new state-of-the-art orthopedic sports medicine and sports performance center in Stillwater. Big thanks to St. Croix Valley Magazine for this awesome photo gallery to commemorate the occasion: https://stcroixvalleymag.com/tco-groundbreaking
We’ve got “The Scoop” on some breaking injury news. 9-year-old “Drewgie,” son of KSTP Sports reporter Darren "Doogie" Wolfson, is already back to basketball after an arm injury. Here’s what dad had to say:
“Our experience at TCO was A+. Minimal wait time and great interaction with Dr. Ryan Hess. As you can imagine with a 9-year-old, any visit to the doctor's office offers a certain level of anxiety and tension. But TCO is so good, my son was super pumped for his appointment on Jan. 22nd! Admittedly, he was optimistic his cast would be coming off, and he'd be cleared to play basketball, which he was. Dr. Hess answered all of our questions, and my son was able to play in a tournament the very next day. I'd highly recommend TCO to anyone who needs orthopedic care.”
First 500 kits have an exclusive Minnesota Vikings/TCO face covering!
If you're looking for something fun and safe for the whole family, the NEW Kidarod-At-Home from our partner CycleHealth is the perfect way to create your own adventure right at home. Each Kidarod-At-Home kit has a 'race' map, activity tracker, and a custom husky medallion as a reward. Order today and get your kit mailed to you. Only 1,000 available. #ProudPartner https://account.ymcanorth.org/PersonifyEbusiness/Product-Search/Product-Detail/ProductID/221162129
