Welcome to the Klasinski Clinic Medical Facility
Our team of Orthopaedic (or Orthopedic) Surgeons and Physicians Assistants (PAs) work with a superb medical staff focusing on the needs of the patient first while utilizing the highly efficient, state of the art electronic information systems including electronic medical records, computed radiography, digital MRI, and digital electromyography. With access to medical information at the point of care, all physicians use Intergy® EHR, an electronic medical records tool developed by Sage Software (formerly WebMD). Intergy, a premier medical record system that allows physicians to have access to all medical records, enables E-Scribing of prescriptions, current medical conditions, and x-rays from the convenience of an electronic clipboard.
Technology, however, is a tool to enhance the quality of care and does not replace the caring and personal approach to medicine by all of our staff. Specializing in orthopaedics and sports medicine, our physicians provide...
World Class Treatment... Hometown Care.
Our Mission
We are an Orthopaedic Clinic striving to exceed expectations by providing exceptional patient care in a pleasant and caring atmosphere.
Values : These are our values which are achieved through teamwork in which flexibility, mutual trust and cooperation are essential. We respect and value each individual as a member of the team.
Quality : We are committed to a high standard of quality and value to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.
Service: Our goal is to deliver outstanding service to our patients by anticipating and meeting their needs with compassion.
Integrity : We take responsibility for our actions and communicate openly and honestly with each other and the public.
Klasinski Clinic specializes in Orthopaedic Surgery, an area of medicine which focuses on evaluation and treatment of your body's muscles, bones, and joints. Our clinic has four board certified orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. Riordan, Dr. Guse, Dr. Banovetz and Dr. Henneghan. We also have the only fellowship trained and board certified sports medicine specialists in the area. Our orthopaedic surgeons use the onsite Ambulatory Surgery Center for out patient surgeries, www.ascstevenspoint.com. Dr. Thompson's specific interests include the evaluation, management and coordination of care for spine, neck, back and sciatica problems and assisting with surgical referrals as needed.
Please call us and make an appointment with one of our nine orthopaedic providers if you have hip or knee arthritis, foot or ankle problems, shoulder problems, carpal tunnel, or any other problem with your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, or muscles. This also includes spine, back and neck pains, or sciatica. Patients of all ages are welcome. Our goal is to make sure your bones and joints are strong and healthy so you can continue to live an active lifestyle. We are proud to be the most highly trained and experienced orthopaedists in the area, committed to providing you with ...
world class treatment and hometown care.
I am so proud to say that I work at the Klasinski Clinic. Not a week goes by that I don't hear something great about Dr.Klasinski and the care he gave while he was practicing. My heart goes out to his family.
-Jennifer Zanchetti Nielsen
"When I was around the age of six or seven, I remember quietly walking through the doors of the Klasinski Clinic on my way to see my grandpa and dad at work, well at least that is what I told my mom. Soon after I would walk back out of the clinic with a handful of suckers that my grandpa always kept on hand in his exam rooms. I am always happy to see that the suckers are still there even today."
-Luke
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From the Opinion section of the Stevens Point Journal:
"The recent obituary on Dr. "Mike" Klasinski stated he was very passionate living life to its fullest. As a doctor, he was a very compassionate man.
In the summer of 1972, I fell off an aluminum extension ladder while painting my house. The result was a multiple compound fracture of the right leg. When I arrived at St. Michael's, I asked for Dr. Klasinkski. He was at a wedding and might not be available for emergency. What a stroke of luck and blessing when he showed up at the emergency room.
Dr. Mike was my orthopedic surgeon until 1992. My leg had developed a massive infection from being dragged in my driveway. The great compassion and knowledge of this man saved me from having my leg amputated just below the knee. Well, Dr. "Mike" helped me through some tough medical times over a period of 20 years.
I still have my leg and walk with a slight limp. Not only was he passionate in life, he was compassionate as a doctor. His bedside manner was second to none.
Most important he was a humble man."
Bill Nuck
Tracie A. Hinaus is a Certified Physician Assistant specializing in orthopaedics. She grew up in New London, Wisconsin. She joined the Klasinski Clinic in September 1999. Tracie is a staff member at Saint Michaels Hospital in Stevens Point, Wisconsin.
She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology in 1994 and her Physician Assistant Degree in 1997 from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Tracie is also a Certified Clinical Densitometrist by the International Society for Clinical Densitometry since 2003. This allows her to assist patients with the diagnosis and treatment of bone density issues.
Tracie Hinaus is an active member of the Wisconsin Association of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physicians Assistants. She is married to Brad Hinaus, a tenured physics professor at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. They have three children, Megan, Madeline, and Isabelle.
Kari A. Zdroik was raised on a small dairy farm just outside of Amherst Junction with her eleven brothers and sisters. She attended Rosholt High School where Kari was salutatorian of her class and participated in volleyball, basketball, and track and field. In 1997, she attended the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point where she attained a Bachelor of Science Degree in biology and was a member of the 2002 Womens Basketball National Championship Team.
During Kari's third season as a Pointer, she sustained a knee injury which ended her season. It was at that time that she was introduced to the idea of a physician assistant. Kari had her ACL reconstructed by Dr. Banovetz and Jim Lepak. As a student she was able to observe them in the clinic and it was during that time she realized that she wanted to become a physician assistant and wanted to work in orthopaedics. In 2003, Kari was accepted into the UW-Madison Physician Assistant Program. During her second year of the program, she was fortunate to have her surgical rotation in Stevens Point with Dr. Banovetz and Dr. Henneghan. Kari completed the program in 2005 and worked for two years at the Marshfield Clinic in Wausau before being hired by Klasinski Clinic in September of 2007.
Kari is married to Ryan Zdroik and they reside in Stevens Point with their daughters Jaedyn and Peyton as well as their yellow lab Simba. They enjoy outdoor activities such as walking their dog, biking, swimming, and sand volleyball.
James W. Lepak decided to pursue being a physician assistant in 1992 while still an undergraduate at UW-Lacrosse. In his childhood, Jim was active in boy scouts, baseball, and fishing. He grew up in Amherst and spent hundreds of hours exploring the Tomorrow River. In high school he was involved in band, football, and baseball.
During his college years, Jim first attended UW Lacrosse from 1989 to 1992 and majored in biology graduating with highest honors. He then became a student at UW Stevens Point in 1994 to take his pre-requisites for the Physician Assistant Program. From 1995 to 1997 he attended UW Madison to complete his Physician Assistant Bachelor of Science Degree.
Jim spent time in the Lakewood, Green Bay, Milwaukee, and Marshfield areas during his training. Jim and his wife Michelle have two daughters, Minta and Mia. He enjoys fishing, biking, and playing with his daughters.
Greg Lietz is a Licensed Physician Assistant and Certified Athletic Trainer. He grew up in Mosinee and attended Mosinee High School. He participated in football, baseball, and basketball.
Greg attended the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point after high school where he was accepted into the Athletic Training Education Program. He worked with most of the Pointer athletic teams as a student athletic trainer including football, baseball and wrestling. Greg graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training in 2000 and was awarded the Chancellors Leadership Award, UWSPs second highest award. After graduation, he worked in Wausau at Sport and Spine physical therapy clinic in outpatient orthopaedics and worked with Wausau West high school athletes.
Greg returned to school at the University of Wisconsin-Madison to take prerequisite coursework for physician assistant school while also serving as an Athletic Trainer for McFarland High School. He attended Western Michigan Universitys Physician Assistant Program in Kalamazoo, Michigan and graduated in 2006 with a Master of Science in Medicine. He worked in Marshfield for Marshfield Clinic Orthopedics for four years before joining Klasinski Clinic in July of 2010.
Greg is a resident of Stevens Point. He enjoys outdoor activities such as running, cycling, skiing, rollerblading, weightlifting, and playing hockey.
Dr. John Michael Thompson is a Wisconsin native. He was born in Madison, Wisconsin but raised along with his four sisters in Nekoosa, Wisconsin. Michael has always been interested in nature and studied zoology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison as well as doing field studies in Central and South America.
Michael followed his father, the recently deceased John Edward Thompson M.D., in the study of medicine. He attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison as a medical student. Then, while pursuing his interests in music, nature and homesteading, chose a residency in Family Medicine in Charleston, West Virginia.
Dr. Thompson then traveled to Liverpool, England to study Tropical Medicine. He utilized his tropical medicine education while working in East Africa, In Tanzania, with surgical, obstetric and tropical disease patients, as well as instructing village health practitioners.
After many years as a Board Certified Family Practitioner, Michael studied for the Emergency Medicine Boards, and began a twenty five year career as a Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physician. He has decided to focus on non-operative orthopaedics as he narrows his field of practice to a focus on management of chronic spinal problems.
Michael is married to Jean Buckley, they have three children, Eric, Sarah and Hailey. Dr. Thompson is a whitewater kayaker, telemark skier, naturalist and musician. He enjoys world travel and gaining knowledge on a daily basis.
Dr. Matthew T. Riordan was born in 1961 at St. Michaels Hospital here in Stevens Point. His father, Dr. John Riordan, worked in Stevens Point as an Obstetrician-Gynecologist until his death in 1973. Dr. Riordans mother, a registered nurse, community volunteer and later businesswoman, raised her five children essentially by herself. Her success and drive was a great influence on Matt. He attended St. Stanislaus School, Washington School, P.J. Jacobs, and Pacelli High School.
Dr. Riordan attended college in St. Paul, MN at what is now the University of St. Thomas. He then enrolled in The Medical College of WI (Marquette University) and graduated with his medical degree in 1987. Dr. Matt Riordan continued training at Washington University in St. Louis, studying Orthopaedic Surgery from 1987 to 1992. This five year period of intense surgical education included rotations through various hospitals and clinics, including the 1200-bed Barnes Hospital, St. Louis Regional Medical Center, St. Louis Shriners Hospital, St. Louis VA Medical Center, Jewish Hospital, and St. Louis Childrens Hospital. The wide array of hospital and clinic settings gave Dr. Riordan exposure to all varieties of injured and ill persons, including; celebrities, professional athletes, veterans, the homeless, children, patients from Central United States and Central America, as well as typical Midwesterners. Dr. Riordan served on the medical team that cared for the St. Louis professional football, baseball, and hockey teams as well as many area colleges and high schools.
Matt Riordan, M.D. began practice in Stevens Point in 1992. He chose to return to the independent practice setting rather than joining a corporate healthcare system for several reasons. In his current practice, patients are empowered. The concerns of the corporation are never placed before patients needs. When patients are visiting with Klasinski Clinic doctors, they are actually talking with the clinics owners. Matt married Paula Klasinski, daughter of Dr. C.A. Klasinski, in 1983.
They have five children, Logan, Alex, Luke, Austin, and Natalie.
Dr. James M. Banovetz decided to become a physician in the 4th grade, inspired by his uncle and the book The Making of a Surgeon, by William Nolan. At about the same time, he got his first job, cleaning up building sites for $1.00/hour. He went on to jobs in farming, construction, and retail throughout high school and college. Jim was a percussionist, gymnast, and Eagle Scout in high school, graduating in 1981 as a valedictorian. He was accepted into the Scholars Program in Medicine at Washington University, and graduated with a degree in Mathematics and Spanish Literature in 1984. In college, he did research in neurophysiology and was also a member of the team that purified the protein PDGF, which is now used as a wound healing medication.
Dr. Banovetz opted to transfer to Northwestern University to obtain simultaneous MD and PhD degrees, with a research focus on motor control neurophysiology, graduating in 1990. He then did an orthopaedic residency at the University of Missouri, finishing in 1995, and a fellowship in Sports Medicine at the University of Iowa in 1995-96. He has been practicing in Central Wisconsin ever since. Dr. Banovetz is board certified in both orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine. He is an active member of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. He is a principal reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine and a member of the Pro Assurance Physician Advisory Board. He has been a team physician for UWSP, SPASH, Pacelli, Amherst, Rosholt, and Iola, also caring for many other local athletes.
Dr. Banovetz is a Sports Medicine Specialist and focuses on the care of injuries in recreational, competitive, and industrial athletes. He does not do spine surgery or joint replacement. Jim married Sheila Lee (Banovetz) MS PT, a physical therapist, in 1986. They have 4 children, MaryBeth (1987), James (1989), John (1991) and Joseph (1993). Jim enjoys fitness and outdoor activities, studying the social sciences, and working with his hands.
Dr. Thomas R. Guse was born and raised in Janesville, Wisconsin. Growing up and throughout high school, he was involved in sports and participated in clubs and other activities. Dr. Guse did well in school, graduating from Janesville Craig near the top of his class. Tom went onto college at The University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire where he majored in chemistry. While there, he participated in several intramural sports and other activities. Dr. Guse went to medical school at the University of Wisconsin where he again graduated with honors. He did his internship at the Mayo Clinic and his residency, in orthopaedic surgery, at Ohio State University. Dr. Guse then completed a fellowship in sports medicine in Boston where he worked with the Boston Celtics and Harvard University. Dr. Thomas R. Guse has been practicing in Stevens Point since he finished his fellowship training in 1995.
Tom has been married to his wife, Marit, since 1988. She is a social worker here in Stevens Point. They have two children, Emily and Eric, who are in public school. In addition to working, Dr. Guse stays active by working out regularly and playing sports such as golf. He also remains active in the community and spends time keeping up on all of the latest developments in orthopaedic surgery.
Dr. Dave Henneghan was born and raised in East Lansing, Michigan. There, he attended St. Thomas Aquinas elementary school, and East Lansing High School. Unfortunately, his father died when Dave was only five. Because of this, he and his two sisters were raised by their mother. In high school, Dave played football and basketball, but was most interested in soccer and was his teams captain. After high school, he attended Albion College, where he played soccer and worked as a resident assistant in the freshman dorm. Dave also worked as an EMT on the local ambulance service, and volunteered as a Big Brother for the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. In the summers, he worked at a local automobile dealership and an Oldsmobile factory.
Daves interest in medicine developed early in life. Mary, his younger sister with whom he was very close, died of osteosarcoma at the age of 18, inspiring Dave to pursue medicine.
Dave attended Michigan State University College of Human Medicine for medical school, spending his clinical years in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He interned for a year at St. Marys hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, before completing his orthopaedic residency in Grand Rapids. He was board certified in 1992, and recertified in 2003.
Dave began practicing orthopaedics in Stevens Point in 1990 at the Rice Clinic, where he worked for 17 years. He continues to practice in Stevens Point, now at the Klasinski Clinic. Hip and knee replacements are Daves specialty interest, and he emphasizes less invasive techniques and encourages rapid recovery for his patients.
Medicine is not Daves only passion. Dave has a wife named Karen, a son named Patrick, and a daughter named Laura. His other interests include bicycling, backpacking, camping, swimming, and cross-country skiing. During the summer of 2008, Dave had the opportunity to take a cross country bicycle trip with his son and a family friend. The three rode 3,750 miles from Puget Sound, Washington, to Bar Harbor, Maine.
Daves philosophy in practice is as follows: "My joy in medicine comes from helping people to continue doing the things they love to do."
The Klasinski Clinic offers onsite magnetic resonance imaging two times a week, Tuesdays and Fridays. MRI is a highly advanced technology that enables physicians to look into your body. It uses magnets, radio waves, and computers to create extremely detailed pictures or images of your internal organs and structures.
Because MRI produces images from any angle with great clarity, it provides a wealth of diagnostic information more quickly and easily than many other tests and exploratory surgery.
Preparing for your MRI scan: No special preparations are needed for most MRI scans. You can continue taking any prescribed medications. You should wear comfortable clothing, preferably without zippers or snaps. If you are having an MRI of your head, we ask that you dont wear any eye makeup.
Klasinski Clinic uses state-of-the-art x-ray equipment. Computed radiography uses very similar equipment to conventional radiography except that in place of a film to create the image, an imaging plate is used. Instead of taking an exposed film into a darkroom for developing in chemical tanks or an automatic film processor, the imaging plate is run through a special laser scanner that reads and digitizes the image. The digital image can then be viewed and enhanced using software that has the same functions as other image processing software.
Computed Radiography has the advantage of being able to preview images in a much shorter period of time, often within 15 seconds after placing the plate into the reader. Fewer retakes are done because the chance of overexposure or underexposure are less likely to happen. This reduces the amount of radiation exposed to the patient. The images can be downloaded onto a disc for the convenience of the patient seeking another opinion, transfer of care or just wanting to show family members their x-rays.
Bone density scan (DEXA) is now available at the Klasinski Clinic. An estimated 44 million Americans have osteoporosis or low bone mass. Women are four times more likely to develop osteoporosis than men. DEXA scanning measures bone mineral density to predict fracture risk in the same way measuring blood pressure can help predict the risk of stroke. Determining a persons bone mineral density (BMD) helps a doctor decide if a person is at increased risk for osteoporosis-related fracture. People with a family history of osteoporosis are at a higher risk than others. Other risk factors are older age, small and thin stature, inactive lifestyle, smoking, alcohol and the use of certain medications including steroids.
The DEXA is the most common way to measure BMD. The amount of radiation exposure is very low. The hips and low back are the most common measuring sites and a scan generally takes 10 to 20 minutes to complete and is painless. From the results of the scan a doctor can prescribe medication that can slow down, stop, and in some instances, reverse bone loss.
Preparing for your Bone Density Test Wear comfortable clothing (no jeans due to rivets), elastic waist pants is best. Also wear comfortable shoes, please avoid sandals or clogs. Sports bras are suggested but not necessary. If you take calcium supplements please do not take 24-48 hours before your test. If you had a test with contrast dye you must wait 72 hours to one week before having this test. It is also suggested to check with your insurance plan to see if the bone density test is covered under your plan.
Laboratory testing is available onsite for patient convenience. Results are automatically imported into the patients electronic medical record for accuracy and immediate access for physicians. Electronic laboratory database allows graphing and correlating treatment plans with medication levels.
Klasinski Clinic is dedicated to ensuring patients are informed of new services, technologies and events. With the use of social media and other sites, the clinic has the ability to communicate more efficiently and on a more personal level. We have published many informational videos on YouTube and Facebook for you to view on your time.
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Welcome to the Klasinski Clinic Prep Sports page. The following are links for local prep sports information. Remember that if you have a sport related injury,
Klasinski Clinic
has the only board certified and fellowship trained sports medicine specialists in the area. Working with Aspirus, we are the exclusive sports medicine providers to the University of Wisconsin -- Stevens Point. When it is your health at stake,
don't settle for less!
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