

Orthopaedics
Rafael Sierra, M.D.
Chair, Division of Adult Reconstruction Surgery
Minneapolis, MN
Rafael J. Sierra, M.D., is a professor of orthopedics at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in Rochester, Minnesota, where he serves as Chair of the Division of Adult Reconstruction Surgery in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. His subspecialty focuses on hip and knee reconstructive surgery, treating conditions such as hip arthritis, hip dysplasia, hip instability, knee arthritis, knee pain, and femoral head osteonecrosis. He performs procedures including hip core decompression, hip
30+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
Education & Training
- Residency: Mayo Clinic (Orthopaedic Surgery, 2005)
- Medical School: Pontifical Xavierian University (MD, 1996)
- Fellowship: Hip Society/Mueller Foundation (Hip Reconstruction, European)
Peer Recognition
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons — Kappa Delta Award for paper
2024
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Adult Reconstruction & Arthroplasty
Conditions & Treatments
Joint ReplacementHip ReplacementKnee ReplacementKnee SurgeryLimb Salvage Surgery
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Mayo Clinic
Languages
English, Spanish
Experience
30+ years in practice