About Me

Take advantage of the latest in orthopedic techniques and robotic-assisted surgery to help alleviate your pain with Bryce Braaksma, DO. Practicing at Avera Orthopedics in Sioux Falls, SD, Dr. Braaksma specializes in minimally invasive surgeries for knee and hip replacements, which often doesn’t require incision through muscles or tendons – providing a quicker recovery with less pain. As a fellowship trained specialist, he also receives referrals for failed hip or knee replacements.

His surgical procedures include:

  • Partial Knee Replacements
  • Total Knee Replacements
  • Total Hip Replacements
  • Robotic-Assisted Surgery
  • Direct Anterior Hip Replacements
  • Revision Total Hip Replacements
  • Revision Total Knee Replacements

Compassionate Care from Experience

Looking for an orthopedic provider who understands you? Dr. Braaksma has true empathy for his patients with orthopedic surgery needs, having suffered from multiple sports-related knee injuries during his college football years. His experience as a patient, his passion for science, and his desire to improve patient’s quality of life convinced him that orthopedic surgery was his calling in life.

“Seeing patients who’ve suffered with hip or knee pain for years or decades, and then to see them back a few weeks after surgery, where their pain is gone, and they are back to doing the things they love – working, athletics, or playing with grandkids – is a rewarding experience. There is nothing better than seeing the positive impact you’ve had on their life – that’s why I am an arthroplasty surgeon,” Dr. Braaksma said.

Active Lifestyle

When not working, Dr. Braaksma enjoys spending time with his friends and family. He is an avid fan of his alma mater and enjoys attending Iowa State football and basketball games.

Experience

Education

Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences, Kansas City, KS, Medical School

Residency

Midwestern University/Franciscan St. James Health, Chicago, IL, Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship

Allegheny Health Network, Pittsburgh, PA, Adult Reconstruction

Professional Memberships

  • American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
  • American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
  • American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics
  • American Medical Associations
  • American Osteopathic Association

Honors, Awards, etc.

  • Sigma Sigma Phi National Osteopathic Honor Society
  • All Big XII Academic First Team

Certifications

  • American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Reviews

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August 21, 2025
Dr Braaksma is an awesome doctor. Excellent "bedside manner" Very caring and compassionate.
August 20, 2025
I had some repair work on my hip replacement and everyone was wonderful.
August 16, 2025
Dr Braaksma gave me my quality of life back he is amazing
August 01, 2025
Listened closely
July 28, 2025
Dr. Was very informative. Was shocked at what the problem really was. Great job of telling me pros & cons.
July 27, 2025
Very pleased
July 27, 2025
I'm very impressed & happy with Dr. Braaksma and his staff. Who ever I end up seeing, they have been wonderful
July 25, 2025
Dr. B. His eyes never left my face, he talked directly to me.
July 23, 2025
Very personable so made it easy to share info. Answered all my questions. A+
July 23, 2025
I had no problem during my visit.
July 20, 2025
Excellent.
July 16, 2025
Dr. Braaksma is kind, generous, thorough and just overall PLEASANT and informative. Very happy with my visit with him.
July 09, 2025
Extremely good!
July 04, 2025
Dr Braaksma was very informative- explained what future treatment may look like.
July 02, 2025
Dr. Braaksma was very kind and listened to my issues. He gave me different options to help with my problem and took time to explain everything thoroughly. I would definitely recommend him to others.
June 20, 2025
Very professional and helped me understand all involved!!
June 13, 2025
A little more info than I could absorb. More frequent Pauses for response suggested
June 11, 2025
Dr Braaksma is an excellent Dr and person. Very caring!
June 11, 2025
Dr BRAAKSMA is exceptional. My husband came with me and was very impressed with his explanation for surgery. He is very considerate and connects with people very well.
May 31, 2025
The doctor was very knowledgeable and informed me of my options. He explained things very well.
May 30, 2025
All questions were answered and explained in detail.
May 17, 2025
Always listen to all your questions. Always answer so that you understand exactly what is going on.
May 14, 2025
Was pleasantly surprised that an Orthopedic Surgeon can be warm and caring- wasn't my experience with my last provider.
May 02, 2025
Dr. Braaksma explains everything very well and takes his time with you after a major surgery
April 27, 2025
Very good explanation of treatment.
April 25, 2025
He replaced my right knee and now I need my left, I would not consider anyone else but Dr Braaksma for my surgery. He is an excellent doctor and his staff is awesome
April 23, 2025
I loved the coutesy and caring and knowledge of the doctor
April 16, 2025
Excellent and very helpful for future direction
April 09, 2025
I saw Dr Reinke he was very good. Explained all my options. Was very caring and explained everything well.
April 06, 2025
So impressed with the doctors visit before surgery, after the surgery, the next morning following the surgery. I was told not all surgeons visit the following day but this doctor dose. How wonderful and I must add comforting that he met with me being he was the one that performed the surgery.
March 23, 2025
Awesome
March 23, 2025
I have recommended Dr. Braaksma and his team to my friends.
March 19, 2025
I really appreciate my new doc. He listened and wasn't in a hurry
March 19, 2025
The PA is wonderful! He is such a good listener, and he gives very clear and precise explanations and instructions. I have recommended Dr. Braaksma and team to three family members who will all be getting knee replacements from this team now. They are the BEST!!!
March 12, 2025
I was pleased with all appointments , explanations of upcoming surgery etc. I was assigned a personal care coordinator which was available for any questions that may arise
March 12, 2025
Very good by the doctor
March 09, 2025
Amazing experience, I couldn't be happier
March 08, 2025
Absolute the BEST! Very IMPRESSED!!!
February 28, 2025
I've already heard a lot about this Dr & many recommended him. I'm a newly relocated resident from out of state & am well pleased with the choices of healthcare in this area of the US. After getting married to a local man, I wasn't at all sure of the pros/cons of healthcare, but am well pleased of what I have found!
February 19, 2025
Dr. Braaksma is very thorough plus so kind and caring.
February 13, 2025
Doctor was so great, he included me in all of the steps he was doing in the care process. It made me feel so involved and like I wasn't just some idiot less than him. I do have PT education and it was nice to be treated as such. The doctor was great and I will recommend him very highly amongst everyone I know. And also the clinic. I'm so grateful.
February 12, 2025
Providers which I have seen have treated me so well words cannot describe. The provider's treated me better fabulously. I will and have recommended them to others.
February 11, 2025
Excellent appointment, excellent provider!!
February 09, 2025
It was good
February 05, 2025
Very knowledgeable and professional
January 31, 2025
The NP nurse and doctors were excellent
January 26, 2025
Great job
January 15, 2025
Informed consent discussion with Md and np was excellent!!
November 29, 2024
The visit was very quick but that would be expected due to all things checked out well for me

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This directory contains information about the provider members of Independent Health Care Associates, Avera Health and all Avera entities, members of the Avera Medical Group, and employed select providers with Avera McKennan, Sioux Falls, SD and Avera Marshall, Marshall, MN and physicians with hospital privileges at Avera St. Luke's, Aberdeen, SD; Avera Sacred Heart, Yankton, SD; Avera Queen of Peace, Mitchell, SD; Avera St. Mary's, Pierre, SD.

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