Harvey Oliver, MD

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An Orthopedic Surgery Specialist

Dr. Harvey Oliver specializes in orthopedic surgery. He has experience caring for active individuals of all ages and backgrounds, including professional athletes in football, basketball and baseball. He also has experience treating astronauts from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

No matter the patient, Dr. Oliver always treats them with the same level of professional care.

He offers:

  • Biologic treatments for musculoskeletal issues
  • Joint restoration
  • Knee instability and cartilage defects care
  • Minimally invasive surgery

Dr. Oliver offers surgical and nonsurgical treatments for sports-related injuries, such as:

  • Knee and shoulder arthritis
  • Knee ligament and meniscus tears
  • Rotator cuff tears

Speaks: English

Specialties

(605) 328-2663

Background Information

Education History

Fellowship:
Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX (2019-2020)
Residency:
University of Missouri, Columbia, MO (2013-2019)
Internship:
Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL (2012-2013)
Medical School:
University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Vermillion, SD (2008-2012)
Undergraduate School:
University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD (2004-2008)

Board Certifications:
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Experience & Research

Professional Experience:

  • University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Research Assistant (2005-2008)

 

Selected Publications:

  • Effect of NSAID Use in the Acute Phase of Skeletally Immature Bone Healing: A Prospective, Randomized, Blinded, Controlled Trial. Vetter, J., Coe, K. Oliver, H., Cook, J., Gupta, S., Hoernschemeyer, D. Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics. May 2020
  • Enhanced Subchondroplasty Treatment for Post-Traumatic Cartilage and Subchondral Bone Marrow Lesions in a Canine Model. Oliver, H., Bozynski, C., Cook, C., Kuroki, K., Sherman, S., Pfeiffer, F., Stoker, A., Cook, J. J Orthop Res. 2020 April 38 (4): 740-746. doi: 10.1002/jor.24508
  • Return to Play after Patellar Stabilization. Sherman SL, Deasis DP, Garrone AJ, Voss EE, Oliver HA. Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med. 2018 June 11 (2): 280-284. doi: 10.1007/s12178-018-9484-1

My Idea of Care

Each patient has their own background and unique set of circumstances. I strive to treat each patient as an individual and tailor a treatment plan to their needs. My ultimate goal is to improve their quality of life, whether that means getting them back on the playing field or improving their daily function.

Personal Interests

Dr. Oliver is married with three children and likes spending time with his family and participating in his kids’ activities. He is a South Dakota native and enjoys the outdoor activities that the state has to offer, including hunting, fishing and spending time on his family’s farm. He also likes playing and watching football, basketball, baseball and tennis.

Awards and Distinctions

Houston Texas Scholar (2019-2020)

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