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Sports Medicine Surgeon &
Arthroscopic Expert

Dr. Stefan Turkula is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and Fellowship-trained Sports Medicine specialist performing advanced arthroscopic and joint-preserving surgeries of the knee, shoulder, hip, and elbow.

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Dr. Stefan Turkula, board-certified orthopedic and sports medicine surgeon specializing in advanced joint preservation in Idaho.

About
Stefan Turkula, M.D.

  • Board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in complex knee and shoulder surgery.

  • Fellowship-trained in Sports Medicine and Advanced Arthroscopy.

  • Published researcher with contributions in AJSM, JBJS, JOT.

  • Has served as a physician or consultant for US Ski and Snowboard Team, Minnesota Wild, Minnesota Twins, NCAA D1 and D3 sports.

  • Active educator and community contributor, focusing on joint preservation, cartilage repair and restoration, injury prevention
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Philosophy of Care:
Patient-focused at Every Step

Each patient is treated as an individual — tailored treatment plans.
Minimally invasive surgery whenever possible — faster recovery, less pain.
Education-driven approach — patients empowered to make informed decisions.

A Journey Fueled by Passion and Experience

Former national champion freestyle skier, D1 football and collegiate lacrosse player at the University of Utah

University of Utah
— Biology, B.S.

Drexel University College of Medicine — M.D.

Cooper University Hospital — Orthopedic Surgery Residency

University of Minnesota/TRIA Orthopedic Center
— Sports Medicine and Shoulder Fellowship

Active in NIH funded research on minimally invasive fracture fixation

Meet Dr. Turkula

Committed to
Education and Community

  • Team Physician for U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team.

  • Teaches visiting medical students on annual elective rotations.

  • Serves on the Foundation Board of Directors for Teton County Idaho Search and Rescue.

Beyond Medicine

Lives in Teton Valley, Idaho with his family.

His interests include skiing, mountain biking, fly fishing, hiking, and camping.

Enjoys quality time and adventures with his wife Janet, children Leif and Juniper, and two golden retrievers Walter and Chuck

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Office Location in Driggs, ID

Colter Building, 18 N Main St., 215, Driggs, ID 83422

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