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Dr. Steenlage brings an unusual work and education background to his medical practice. His family situation forced him to leave school at the age of 15 and go to work full-time. In addition to working the family cattle farm, he loaded poultry trucks, poured concrete, worked road construction, and managed an apple orchard. Dr. Steenlage started training as a welder when he was 16 and went on to work in steel fabrication. The skills he learned as a fabricator developed into a passion for metalworking and sculpture that continues today. When he turned 18, he also obtained his Commercial Driver’s License, driving trucks for a construction company.
These types of jobs taught him the value of hard work; the injuries that frequently accompany these types of jobs taught him the value of a good orthopedic surgeon. Wanting to continue his education (pouring concrete in the winter in Minnesota had a way of inspiring other career choices), Dr. Steenlage obtained his GED, and was accepted at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He was designated a Goldwater Scholar during his junior year in college and graduated with highest honors, after which he was accepted into the Yale University School of Medicine.
While at Yale, Dr. Steenlage completed his doctoral thesis studying the high rate of trauma mortality in Quito, Ecuador. After graduating from Yale with his MD, he completed a 5-year training residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, a Level One Trauma Center. Dr. Steenlage then completed an additional year of specialty training in arthroscopy and sports medicine at the Charité University Hospitals in Berlin, Germany. In Berlin, Dr. Steenlage also served as one of the Team Physicians for the Berlin Thunder, a team in the NFL Europe football league.
Dr. Steenlage has been involved in an extensive amount of research throughout his career. In college, he participated in multiple trauma surgery research projects. In medical school, he completed his thesis studying traumatic injuries in Quito, Ecuador, and initiated a study of military injuries sustained in Ecuador’s border wars with Peru. While at Yale, Dr. Steenlage also studied in England, participating in research studying external muscle stimulation and gait analysis in paraplegic patients.
During Dr. Steenlage’s orthopedic surgery training, he concentrated his research interests on sports injuries, primarily anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. He initiated and participated in numerous ACL studies, including developing new ligament reconstruction techniques. His research resulted in numerous publications, and he has presented his research in 8 different countries. Dr. Steenlage’s research resulted in the development of an entirely new ACL reconstruction technique, which he patented in the U.S and Europe. He is a consultant for orthopedic instrumentation manufacturers and has been an editor for orthopedic journals. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery while continuing to treat trauma injuries and general orthopedic problems.
Dr. Steenlage and his staff look forward to providing you with the best possible orthopedic care. We realize that the problems that bring you to our office are often difficult, painful, and traumatic, and we promise to do our best to both make you as comfortable as possible and provide the best possible treatment for the problems affecting you.
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Education & Training
Yale University School of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.6
Based on 240 patient ratings
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I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
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Earned my trust
Shared the right amount of information
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Patient Reviews
5
Great initial visit... everyone I interacted with was personable, friendly, and helpful!
March 21, 2025
4
Going to the Dr isn't always something one wants to do. I think it's important that when you do have to go that you have a good experience.
March 17, 2025
5
I was not happy about the weight to get in to see the doctor. I was there about 10 minutes before my appointment time and it was about 30 minutes after that before I got taken into the back.
March 14, 2025
5
Dr.Steenlage is very knowledgeable and considerate.
March 6, 2025
5
Good service and customer service
February 28, 2025
5
Nice welcome at the door, appointment time kept, when I was taken to the exam room I didn't have to sit 15+ minutes either, so it was a great 1st time visit for me.
February 24, 2025
5
Dr. Steenlage is awesome. Straight forward and knowledgeable.
February 24, 2025
4
Appointment provided me with a plan of action or process to pursue a remedy to resolve my condition
February 16, 2025
5
Great doctor and staff
February 8, 2025
5
I have been a patient for many years and I have always had the best care and experiences.
February 2, 2025
4
I have been seeing Dr. Steenlage for a very long time and he always takes really good care of me and makes sure that he takes care of my pain or addresses what my needs are. I highly recommend the practice and Dr. Steenlage.
February 4, 2025
5
Dr. Steenlage was not rushed and listened to my concerns. He provided me with detailed information about my knee issue on possible treatment options. Thank You!
January 31, 2025
4
Well, how nice they were to me and I feel a little better, some improvement after
January 9, 2025
5
Dr Steenlage and his staff are awesome!
December 21, 2024
5
Entire staff very friendly and very competent.
December 20, 2024
5
Good experience
December 6, 2024
5
Everyone in this facility, from Dr. Steenlage and the other medical personnel, to the front office staff, are always professional and provide wonderful service. They always put me at ease and have me leaving with a smile on my face.
December 4, 2024
5
Pleasant and quick.
November 24, 2024
5
My first time at the office everybody was extremely nice.I thank you for your services
November 22, 2024
5
Wish appt times were met.
October 30, 2024
5
The staff & personnel of this practice are always helpful & professional.
October 27, 2024
5
The doctor and his team were very welcoming and courteous. The doctor listened to me, asked questions and evaluated my issues in a professional manner. I felt like I trusted his opinion and judgement. I feel better having some answers and felt like the doctor and staff put the time into me without rushing me out the door.
October 19, 2024
5
Great provider and staff!
September 21, 2024
5
Very caring doctor and staff
September 18, 2024
5
Always a friendly staff
September 6, 2024
5
Dr. Steenlage was so helpful in getting me in with the hand specialist for a fracture of my finger. I had surgery, pre-op and everything scheduled within the next business day.
August 27, 2024
5
Dr was very clear answered all questions I've not felt this good in a very long time
August 25, 2024
4
I would like to see detailed reports of the X-ray that were taken at the time of the visit. There is no reason if my medical records are to be disclosed, that I should not be able to see the reports. Just like when I have a visit with a provider, I should be able to read the reports. Wellstar does not disclose these reports, only the labs. This is not complete disclosure.
August 15, 2024
5
It was great!
August 10, 2024
5
Top noych!
August 4, 2024
5
Great initial visit... everyone I interacted with was personable, friendly, and helpful!
March 21, 2025
5
I was not happy about the weight to get in to see the doctor. I was there about 10 minutes before my appointment time and it was about 30 minutes after that before I got taken into the back.
March 14, 2025
5
Dr.Steenlage is very knowledgeable and considerate.
March 6, 2025
5
Good service and customer service
February 28, 2025
5
Nice welcome at the door, appointment time kept, when I was taken to the exam room I didn't have to sit 15+ minutes either, so it was a great 1st time visit for me.
February 24, 2025
5
Dr. Steenlage is awesome. Straight forward and knowledgeable.
February 24, 2025
5
Great doctor and staff
February 8, 2025
5
I have been a patient for many years and I have always had the best care and experiences.
February 2, 2025
5
Dr. Steenlage was not rushed and listened to my concerns. He provided me with detailed information about my knee issue on possible treatment options. Thank You!
January 31, 2025
5
Dr Steenlage and his staff are awesome!
December 21, 2024
5
Entire staff very friendly and very competent.
December 20, 2024
5
Good experience
December 6, 2024
5
Everyone in this facility, from Dr. Steenlage and the other medical personnel, to the front office staff, are always professional and provide wonderful service. They always put me at ease and have me leaving with a smile on my face.
December 4, 2024
5
Pleasant and quick.
November 24, 2024
5
My first time at the office everybody was extremely nice.I thank you for your services
November 22, 2024
5
Wish appt times were met.
October 30, 2024
5
The staff & personnel of this practice are always helpful & professional.
October 27, 2024
5
The doctor and his team were very welcoming and courteous. The doctor listened to me, asked questions and evaluated my issues in a professional manner. I felt like I trusted his opinion and judgement. I feel better having some answers and felt like the doctor and staff put the time into me without rushing me out the door.
October 19, 2024
5
Great provider and staff!
September 21, 2024
5
Very caring doctor and staff
September 18, 2024
5
Always a friendly staff
September 6, 2024
5
Dr. Steenlage was so helpful in getting me in with the hand specialist for a fracture of my finger. I had surgery, pre-op and everything scheduled within the next business day.
August 27, 2024
5
Dr was very clear answered all questions I've not felt this good in a very long time
August 25, 2024
5
It was great!
August 10, 2024
5
Top noych!
August 4, 2024
4
Going to the Dr isn't always something one wants to do. I think it's important that when you do have to go that you have a good experience.
March 17, 2025
4
Appointment provided me with a plan of action or process to pursue a remedy to resolve my condition
February 16, 2025
4
I have been seeing Dr. Steenlage for a very long time and he always takes really good care of me and makes sure that he takes care of my pain or addresses what my needs are. I highly recommend the practice and Dr. Steenlage.
February 4, 2025
4
Well, how nice they were to me and I feel a little better, some improvement after
January 9, 2025
4
I would like to see detailed reports of the X-ray that were taken at the time of the visit. There is no reason if my medical records are to be disclosed, that I should not be able to see the reports. Just like when I have a visit with a provider, I should be able to read the reports. Wellstar does not disclose these reports, only the labs. This is not complete disclosure.
August 15, 2024
4
Going to the Dr isn't always something one wants to do. I think it's important that when you do have to go that you have a good experience.
March 17, 2025
4
Appointment provided me with a plan of action or process to pursue a remedy to resolve my condition
February 16, 2025
4
I have been seeing Dr. Steenlage for a very long time and he always takes really good care of me and makes sure that he takes care of my pain or addresses what my needs are. I highly recommend the practice and Dr. Steenlage.
February 4, 2025
4
Well, how nice they were to me and I feel a little better, some improvement after
January 9, 2025
4
I would like to see detailed reports of the X-ray that were taken at the time of the visit. There is no reason if my medical records are to be disclosed, that I should not be able to see the reports. Just like when I have a visit with a provider, I should be able to read the reports. Wellstar does not disclose these reports, only the labs. This is not complete disclosure.
August 15, 2024
5
Great initial visit... everyone I interacted with was personable, friendly, and helpful!
March 21, 2025
5
I was not happy about the weight to get in to see the doctor. I was there about 10 minutes before my appointment time and it was about 30 minutes after that before I got taken into the back.
March 14, 2025
5
Dr.Steenlage is very knowledgeable and considerate.
March 6, 2025
5
Good service and customer service
February 28, 2025
5
Nice welcome at the door, appointment time kept, when I was taken to the exam room I didn't have to sit 15+ minutes either, so it was a great 1st time visit for me.
February 24, 2025
5
Dr. Steenlage is awesome. Straight forward and knowledgeable.
February 24, 2025
5
Great doctor and staff
February 8, 2025
5
I have been a patient for many years and I have always had the best care and experiences.
February 2, 2025
5
Dr. Steenlage was not rushed and listened to my concerns. He provided me with detailed information about my knee issue on possible treatment options. Thank You!
January 31, 2025
5
Dr Steenlage and his staff are awesome!
December 21, 2024
5
Entire staff very friendly and very competent.
December 20, 2024
5
Good experience
December 6, 2024
5
Everyone in this facility, from Dr. Steenlage and the other medical personnel, to the front office staff, are always professional and provide wonderful service. They always put me at ease and have me leaving with a smile on my face.
December 4, 2024
5
Pleasant and quick.
November 24, 2024
5
My first time at the office everybody was extremely nice.I thank you for your services
November 22, 2024
5
Wish appt times were met.
October 30, 2024
5
The staff & personnel of this practice are always helpful & professional.
October 27, 2024
5
The doctor and his team were very welcoming and courteous. The doctor listened to me, asked questions and evaluated my issues in a professional manner. I felt like I trusted his opinion and judgement. I feel better having some answers and felt like the doctor and staff put the time into me without rushing me out the door.
October 19, 2024
5
Great provider and staff!
September 21, 2024
5
Very caring doctor and staff
September 18, 2024
5
Always a friendly staff
September 6, 2024
5
Dr. Steenlage was so helpful in getting me in with the hand specialist for a fracture of my finger. I had surgery, pre-op and everything scheduled within the next business day.
August 27, 2024
5
Dr was very clear answered all questions I've not felt this good in a very long time
August 25, 2024
5
It was great!
August 10, 2024
5
Top noych!
August 4, 2024
5
Great initial visit... everyone I interacted with was personable, friendly, and helpful!
March 21, 2025
4
Going to the Dr isn't always something one wants to do. I think it's important that when you do have to go that you have a good experience.
March 17, 2025
5
I was not happy about the weight to get in to see the doctor. I was there about 10 minutes before my appointment time and it was about 30 minutes after that before I got taken into the back.
March 14, 2025
5
Dr.Steenlage is very knowledgeable and considerate.
March 6, 2025
5
Good service and customer service
February 28, 2025
5
Nice welcome at the door, appointment time kept, when I was taken to the exam room I didn't have to sit 15+ minutes either, so it was a great 1st time visit for me.
February 24, 2025
5
Dr. Steenlage is awesome. Straight forward and knowledgeable.
February 24, 2025
4
Appointment provided me with a plan of action or process to pursue a remedy to resolve my condition
February 16, 2025
5
Great doctor and staff
February 8, 2025
4
I have been seeing Dr. Steenlage for a very long time and he always takes really good care of me and makes sure that he takes care of my pain or addresses what my needs are. I highly recommend the practice and Dr. Steenlage.
February 4, 2025
5
I have been a patient for many years and I have always had the best care and experiences.
February 2, 2025
5
Dr. Steenlage was not rushed and listened to my concerns. He provided me with detailed information about my knee issue on possible treatment options. Thank You!
January 31, 2025
4
Well, how nice they were to me and I feel a little better, some improvement after
January 9, 2025
5
Dr Steenlage and his staff are awesome!
December 21, 2024
5
Entire staff very friendly and very competent.
December 20, 2024
5
Good experience
December 6, 2024
5
Everyone in this facility, from Dr. Steenlage and the other medical personnel, to the front office staff, are always professional and provide wonderful service. They always put me at ease and have me leaving with a smile on my face.
December 4, 2024
5
Pleasant and quick.
November 24, 2024
5
My first time at the office everybody was extremely nice.I thank you for your services
November 22, 2024
5
Wish appt times were met.
October 30, 2024
5
The staff & personnel of this practice are always helpful & professional.
October 27, 2024
5
The doctor and his team were very welcoming and courteous. The doctor listened to me, asked questions and evaluated my issues in a professional manner. I felt like I trusted his opinion and judgement. I feel better having some answers and felt like the doctor and staff put the time into me without rushing me out the door.
October 19, 2024
5
Great provider and staff!
September 21, 2024
5
Very caring doctor and staff
September 18, 2024
5
Always a friendly staff
September 6, 2024
5
Dr. Steenlage was so helpful in getting me in with the hand specialist for a fracture of my finger. I had surgery, pre-op and everything scheduled within the next business day.
August 27, 2024
5
Dr was very clear answered all questions I've not felt this good in a very long time
August 25, 2024
4
I would like to see detailed reports of the X-ray that were taken at the time of the visit. There is no reason if my medical records are to be disclosed, that I should not be able to see the reports. Just like when I have a visit with a provider, I should be able to read the reports. Wellstar does not disclose these reports, only the labs. This is not complete disclosure.
August 15, 2024
5
It was great!
August 10, 2024
5
Top noych!
August 4, 2024
5
Top noych!
August 4, 2024
5
It was great!
August 10, 2024
4
I would like to see detailed reports of the X-ray that were taken at the time of the visit. There is no reason if my medical records are to be disclosed, that I should not be able to see the reports. Just like when I have a visit with a provider, I should be able to read the reports. Wellstar does not disclose these reports, only the labs. This is not complete disclosure.
August 15, 2024
5
Dr was very clear answered all questions I've not felt this good in a very long time
August 25, 2024
5
Dr. Steenlage was so helpful in getting me in with the hand specialist for a fracture of my finger. I had surgery, pre-op and everything scheduled within the next business day.
August 27, 2024
5
Always a friendly staff
September 6, 2024
5
Very caring doctor and staff
September 18, 2024
5
Great provider and staff!
September 21, 2024
5
The doctor and his team were very welcoming and courteous. The doctor listened to me, asked questions and evaluated my issues in a professional manner. I felt like I trusted his opinion and judgement. I feel better having some answers and felt like the doctor and staff put the time into me without rushing me out the door.
October 19, 2024
5
The staff & personnel of this practice are always helpful & professional.
October 27, 2024
5
Wish appt times were met.
October 30, 2024
5
My first time at the office everybody was extremely nice.I thank you for your services
November 22, 2024
5
Pleasant and quick.
November 24, 2024
5
Everyone in this facility, from Dr. Steenlage and the other medical personnel, to the front office staff, are always professional and provide wonderful service. They always put me at ease and have me leaving with a smile on my face.
December 4, 2024
5
Good experience
December 6, 2024
5
Entire staff very friendly and very competent.
December 20, 2024
5
Dr Steenlage and his staff are awesome!
December 21, 2024
4
Well, how nice they were to me and I feel a little better, some improvement after
January 9, 2025
5
Dr. Steenlage was not rushed and listened to my concerns. He provided me with detailed information about my knee issue on possible treatment options. Thank You!
January 31, 2025
5
I have been a patient for many years and I have always had the best care and experiences.
February 2, 2025
4
I have been seeing Dr. Steenlage for a very long time and he always takes really good care of me and makes sure that he takes care of my pain or addresses what my needs are. I highly recommend the practice and Dr. Steenlage.
February 4, 2025
5
Great doctor and staff
February 8, 2025
4
Appointment provided me with a plan of action or process to pursue a remedy to resolve my condition
February 16, 2025
5
Dr. Steenlage is awesome. Straight forward and knowledgeable.
February 24, 2025
5
Nice welcome at the door, appointment time kept, when I was taken to the exam room I didn't have to sit 15+ minutes either, so it was a great 1st time visit for me.
February 24, 2025
5
Good service and customer service
February 28, 2025
5
Dr.Steenlage is very knowledgeable and considerate.
March 6, 2025
5
I was not happy about the weight to get in to see the doctor. I was there about 10 minutes before my appointment time and it was about 30 minutes after that before I got taken into the back.
March 14, 2025
4
Going to the Dr isn't always something one wants to do. I think it's important that when you do have to go that you have a good experience.
March 17, 2025
5
Great initial visit... everyone I interacted with was personable, friendly, and helpful!
