Stephen Reichard, MD

Stephen Reichard, MD

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A Specialist in Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery

Stephen Reichard, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who diagnoses and treats a wide range of foot and ankle conditions.

Dr. Reichard has extensive experience in foot and ankle reconstruction, ankle replacement, arthroscopy and lower extremity fracture care. He combines advanced surgical techniques with individualized treatment plans to help patients achieve improved function, reduce pain, and return to an active lifestyle.

The foot and ankle conditions Dr. Reichard treats include:

  • Arthritis of the ankle and foot
  • Ankle instability and ligament injuries
  • Achilles tendon disorders and injuries
  • Bunions (hallux valgus) and other toe deformities
  • Flatfoot deformity and adult-acquired flatfoot
  • Cavus foot (high-arched foot) deformity
  • Foot and ankle fractures
  • Stress fractures
  • Sports-related foot and ankle injuries
  • Tendon injuries and disorders
  • Cartilage injuries and ankle impingement
  • Diabetic foot conditions
  • Charcot foot and complex foot deformities
  • Nerve-related foot and ankle conditions
  • Chronic foot and ankle pain
  • Complex reconstruction needs following injury or disease

Dr. Reichard provides surgical and nonsurgical treatment options including:

  • Total ankle replacement
  • Foot and ankle reconstruction
  • Ankle fusion (arthrodesis)
  • Arthroscopic ankle surgery
  • Ligament repair and ankle stabilization procedures
  • Achilles tendon repair and reconstruction
  • Tendon repair and tendon transfer procedures
  • Flatfoot and cavus foot reconstruction
  • Bunion correction and forefoot reconstruction
  • Treatment of toe deformities, including hammertoe correction
  • Fracture repair and fixation of the foot and ankle
  • Treatment of complex lower extremity trauma
  • Cartilage restoration procedures
  • Sports injury treatment and rehabilitation planning
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Speaks: English

Specialties

Types of Care

(605) 341-1414

Background Information

Education & Training History

Fellowship:
Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery: Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA
Residency:
Orthopedic Surgery: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
Medical School:
Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC
Board Certifications:
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Experience & Research

Professional Memberships:

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society

Publications:

  • A new look at the Hawkins classification for talar neck fractures: which features of injury and treatment are predictive of osteonecrosis? – The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (2014)

Idea of Care

I believe exceptional orthopedic foot and ankle care begins with understanding the person, not just the condition. I take the time to listen, answer questions, address each patient's concerns and create personalized treatment plans tailored to individual health needs, lifestyles and goals.

I’m committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in an environment rooted in trust, respect and open communication. I work closely with patients and their families, empowering them with the knowledge and support needed to make confident healthcare decisions.

My goal is to build lasting relationships and help every patient reduce pain, restore mobility, return to the activities they enjoy and achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Personal Interests

Dr. Reichard enjoys skiing, fishing, mountain biking, camping and trail running with his wife and three children. As a family, they enjoy exploring the great outdoors of South Dakota.

Awards and Distinctions

• The National Ski Patrol Blue Merit Star Award
• Alfred Freehafer Award – Case Western Reserve University, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Additional Locations

Black Hills Surgical Hospital

216 Anamaria Dr
Rapid City, South Dakota 57701

(605) 721-4700

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