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Dr. Steenlage brings an unusual work and education background to his medical practice. His family situation forced him to leave school at the age of 15 and go to work full-time. In addition to working the family cattle farm, he loaded poultry trucks, poured concrete, worked road construction, and managed an apple orchard. Dr. Steenlage started training as a welder when he was 16 and went on to work in steel fabrication. The skills he learned as a fabricator developed into a passion for metalworking and sculpture that continues today. When he turned 18, he also obtained his Commercial Driver’s License, driving trucks for a construction company.
These types of jobs taught him the value of hard work; the injuries that frequently accompany these types of jobs taught him the value of a good orthopedic surgeon. Wanting to continue his education (pouring concrete in the winter in Minnesota had a way of inspiring other career choices), Dr. Steenlage obtained his GED, and was accepted at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He was designated a Goldwater Scholar during his junior year in college and graduated with highest honors, after which he was accepted into the Yale University School of Medicine.
While at Yale, Dr. Steenlage completed his doctoral thesis studying the high rate of trauma mortality in Quito, Ecuador. After graduating from Yale with his MD, he completed a 5-year training residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, a Level One Trauma Center. Dr. Steenlage then completed an additional year of specialty training in arthroscopy and sports medicine at the Charité University Hospitals in Berlin, Germany. In Berlin, Dr. Steenlage also served as one of the Team Physicians for the Berlin Thunder, a team in the NFL Europe football league.
Dr. Steenlage has been involved in an extensive amount of research throughout his career. In college, he participated in multiple trauma surgery research projects. In medical school, he completed his thesis studying traumatic injuries in Quito, Ecuador, and initiated a study of military injuries sustained in Ecuador’s border wars with Peru. While at Yale, Dr. Steenlage also studied in England, participating in research studying external muscle stimulation and gait analysis in paraplegic patients.
During Dr. Steenlage’s orthopedic surgery training, he concentrated his research interests on sports injuries, primarily anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. He initiated and participated in numerous ACL studies, including developing new ligament reconstruction techniques. His research resulted in numerous publications, and he has presented his research in 8 different countries. Dr. Steenlage’s research resulted in the development of an entirely new ACL reconstruction technique, which he patented in the U.S and Europe. He is a consultant for orthopedic instrumentation manufacturers and has been an editor for orthopedic journals. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery while continuing to treat trauma injuries and general orthopedic problems.
Dr. Steenlage and his staff look forward to providing you with the best possible orthopedic care. We realize that the problems that bring you to our office are often difficult, painful, and traumatic, and we promise to do our best to both make you as comfortable as possible and provide the best possible treatment for the problems affecting you.
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Education & Training
Yale University School of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.5
Based on 229 patient ratings
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
Listened to me carefully
Earned my trust
Shared the right amount of information
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Patient Reviews
5
Good experience
December 6, 2024
5
Everyone in this facility, from Dr. Steenlage and the other medical personnel, to the front office staff, are always professional and provide wonderful service. They always put me at ease and have me leaving with a smile on my face.
December 4, 2024
5
Pleasant and quick.
November 24, 2024
5
My first time at the office everybody was extremely nice.I thank you for your services
November 22, 2024
5
Wish appt times were met.
October 30, 2024
5
The staff & personnel of this practice are always helpful & professional.
October 27, 2024
5
The doctor and his team were very welcoming and courteous. The doctor listened to me, asked questions and evaluated my issues in a professional manner. I felt like I trusted his opinion and judgement. I feel better having some answers and felt like the doctor and staff put the time into me without rushing me out the door.
October 19, 2024
5
Great provider and staff!
September 21, 2024
5
Very caring doctor and staff
September 18, 2024
5
Always a friendly staff
September 6, 2024
5
Dr. Steenlage was so helpful in getting me in with the hand specialist for a fracture of my finger. I had surgery, pre-op and everything scheduled within the next business day.
August 27, 2024
5
Dr was very clear answered all questions I've not felt this good in a very long time
August 25, 2024
4
I would like to see detailed reports of the X-ray that were taken at the time of the visit. There is no reason if my medical records are to be disclosed, that I should not be able to see the reports. Just like when I have a visit with a provider, I should be able to read the reports. Wellstar does not disclose these reports, only the labs. This is not complete disclosure.
August 15, 2024
5
It was great!
August 10, 2024
5
Top noych!
August 4, 2024
2
It was just okay, not impressed.
July 31, 2024
5
All staff took the time to make me feel like they cared.
July 28, 2024
5
very good service.High service.Nice Dr. ERIC STEENLAGE
July 27, 2024
5
he is the best doctor
July 26, 2024
5
Staff was very professional and friendly. The X-ray member was very attractive, professional and smell really nice.
July 19, 2024
5
They have always been on top of their game! Everyone has been so professional ,kind and understanding love the whole office!! Keep up the good work everybody!
July 14, 2024
5
Was very positive experience
July 4, 2024
5
Great experience
June 25, 2024
5
All staff was very nice. Dr. Steenlage was great. Also, I like the building location (Johnson Fry. Rd.) --easy access into building, size of building, parking, etc.
June 21, 2024
5
Dr Steenlage is patient and attentive. He has been a trusted surgeon for my family for many years.
June 21, 2024
5
Nice folks. Great experience.
June 16, 2024
5
Trusted people who worked there .
June 7, 2024
3
It was very rushed. I only saw the nurse and doctor for a few minutes each. Total time was less than 10 minutes. I wasn't asked very many questions about my condition. A good metaphor would be that it felt like an assembly line.
June 7, 2024
5
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Eric at Wellstar Clinic today. The staff was friendly, and Dr. Eric was attentive, compassionate, and thorough. I felt well-cared for and confident in the treatment procedures and guidelines I received. Highly recommended.
May 31, 2024
5
Everyone listened to my concerns and responded with necessary information to make an informed decision regarding next steps. Both the doctor and the nurse presented as caring and responsive practitioners.
May 25, 2024
5
Good experience
December 6, 2024
5
Everyone in this facility, from Dr. Steenlage and the other medical personnel, to the front office staff, are always professional and provide wonderful service. They always put me at ease and have me leaving with a smile on my face.
December 4, 2024
5
Pleasant and quick.
November 24, 2024
5
My first time at the office everybody was extremely nice.I thank you for your services
November 22, 2024
5
Wish appt times were met.
October 30, 2024
5
The staff & personnel of this practice are always helpful & professional.
October 27, 2024
5
The doctor and his team were very welcoming and courteous. The doctor listened to me, asked questions and evaluated my issues in a professional manner. I felt like I trusted his opinion and judgement. I feel better having some answers and felt like the doctor and staff put the time into me without rushing me out the door.
October 19, 2024
5
Great provider and staff!
September 21, 2024
5
Very caring doctor and staff
September 18, 2024
5
Always a friendly staff
September 6, 2024
5
Dr. Steenlage was so helpful in getting me in with the hand specialist for a fracture of my finger. I had surgery, pre-op and everything scheduled within the next business day.
August 27, 2024
5
Dr was very clear answered all questions I've not felt this good in a very long time
August 25, 2024
5
It was great!
August 10, 2024
5
Top noych!
August 4, 2024
5
All staff took the time to make me feel like they cared.
July 28, 2024
5
very good service.High service.Nice Dr. ERIC STEENLAGE
July 27, 2024
5
he is the best doctor
July 26, 2024
5
Staff was very professional and friendly. The X-ray member was very attractive, professional and smell really nice.
July 19, 2024
5
They have always been on top of their game! Everyone has been so professional ,kind and understanding love the whole office!! Keep up the good work everybody!
July 14, 2024
5
Was very positive experience
July 4, 2024
5
Great experience
June 25, 2024
5
All staff was very nice. Dr. Steenlage was great. Also, I like the building location (Johnson Fry. Rd.) --easy access into building, size of building, parking, etc.
June 21, 2024
5
Dr Steenlage is patient and attentive. He has been a trusted surgeon for my family for many years.
June 21, 2024
5
Nice folks. Great experience.
June 16, 2024
5
Trusted people who worked there .
June 7, 2024
5
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Eric at Wellstar Clinic today. The staff was friendly, and Dr. Eric was attentive, compassionate, and thorough. I felt well-cared for and confident in the treatment procedures and guidelines I received. Highly recommended.
May 31, 2024
5
Everyone listened to my concerns and responded with necessary information to make an informed decision regarding next steps. Both the doctor and the nurse presented as caring and responsive practitioners.
May 25, 2024
4
I would like to see detailed reports of the X-ray that were taken at the time of the visit. There is no reason if my medical records are to be disclosed, that I should not be able to see the reports. Just like when I have a visit with a provider, I should be able to read the reports. Wellstar does not disclose these reports, only the labs. This is not complete disclosure.
August 15, 2024
3
It was very rushed. I only saw the nurse and doctor for a few minutes each. Total time was less than 10 minutes. I wasn't asked very many questions about my condition. A good metaphor would be that it felt like an assembly line.
June 7, 2024
2
It was just okay, not impressed.
July 31, 2024
2
It was just okay, not impressed.
July 31, 2024
3
It was very rushed. I only saw the nurse and doctor for a few minutes each. Total time was less than 10 minutes. I wasn't asked very many questions about my condition. A good metaphor would be that it felt like an assembly line.
June 7, 2024
4
I would like to see detailed reports of the X-ray that were taken at the time of the visit. There is no reason if my medical records are to be disclosed, that I should not be able to see the reports. Just like when I have a visit with a provider, I should be able to read the reports. Wellstar does not disclose these reports, only the labs. This is not complete disclosure.
August 15, 2024
5
Good experience
December 6, 2024
5
Everyone in this facility, from Dr. Steenlage and the other medical personnel, to the front office staff, are always professional and provide wonderful service. They always put me at ease and have me leaving with a smile on my face.
December 4, 2024
5
Pleasant and quick.
November 24, 2024
5
My first time at the office everybody was extremely nice.I thank you for your services
November 22, 2024
5
Wish appt times were met.
October 30, 2024
5
The staff & personnel of this practice are always helpful & professional.
October 27, 2024
5
The doctor and his team were very welcoming and courteous. The doctor listened to me, asked questions and evaluated my issues in a professional manner. I felt like I trusted his opinion and judgement. I feel better having some answers and felt like the doctor and staff put the time into me without rushing me out the door.
October 19, 2024
5
Great provider and staff!
September 21, 2024
5
Very caring doctor and staff
September 18, 2024
5
Always a friendly staff
September 6, 2024
5
Dr. Steenlage was so helpful in getting me in with the hand specialist for a fracture of my finger. I had surgery, pre-op and everything scheduled within the next business day.
August 27, 2024
5
Dr was very clear answered all questions I've not felt this good in a very long time
August 25, 2024
5
It was great!
August 10, 2024
5
Top noych!
August 4, 2024
5
All staff took the time to make me feel like they cared.
July 28, 2024
5
very good service.High service.Nice Dr. ERIC STEENLAGE
July 27, 2024
5
he is the best doctor
July 26, 2024
5
Staff was very professional and friendly. The X-ray member was very attractive, professional and smell really nice.
July 19, 2024
5
They have always been on top of their game! Everyone has been so professional ,kind and understanding love the whole office!! Keep up the good work everybody!
July 14, 2024
5
Was very positive experience
July 4, 2024
5
Great experience
June 25, 2024
5
All staff was very nice. Dr. Steenlage was great. Also, I like the building location (Johnson Fry. Rd.) --easy access into building, size of building, parking, etc.
June 21, 2024
5
Dr Steenlage is patient and attentive. He has been a trusted surgeon for my family for many years.
June 21, 2024
5
Nice folks. Great experience.
June 16, 2024
5
Trusted people who worked there .
June 7, 2024
5
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Eric at Wellstar Clinic today. The staff was friendly, and Dr. Eric was attentive, compassionate, and thorough. I felt well-cared for and confident in the treatment procedures and guidelines I received. Highly recommended.
May 31, 2024
5
Everyone listened to my concerns and responded with necessary information to make an informed decision regarding next steps. Both the doctor and the nurse presented as caring and responsive practitioners.
May 25, 2024
5
Good experience
December 6, 2024
5
Everyone in this facility, from Dr. Steenlage and the other medical personnel, to the front office staff, are always professional and provide wonderful service. They always put me at ease and have me leaving with a smile on my face.
December 4, 2024
5
Pleasant and quick.
November 24, 2024
5
My first time at the office everybody was extremely nice.I thank you for your services
November 22, 2024
5
Wish appt times were met.
October 30, 2024
5
The staff & personnel of this practice are always helpful & professional.
October 27, 2024
5
The doctor and his team were very welcoming and courteous. The doctor listened to me, asked questions and evaluated my issues in a professional manner. I felt like I trusted his opinion and judgement. I feel better having some answers and felt like the doctor and staff put the time into me without rushing me out the door.
October 19, 2024
5
Great provider and staff!
September 21, 2024
5
Very caring doctor and staff
September 18, 2024
5
Always a friendly staff
September 6, 2024
5
Dr. Steenlage was so helpful in getting me in with the hand specialist for a fracture of my finger. I had surgery, pre-op and everything scheduled within the next business day.
August 27, 2024
5
Dr was very clear answered all questions I've not felt this good in a very long time
August 25, 2024
4
I would like to see detailed reports of the X-ray that were taken at the time of the visit. There is no reason if my medical records are to be disclosed, that I should not be able to see the reports. Just like when I have a visit with a provider, I should be able to read the reports. Wellstar does not disclose these reports, only the labs. This is not complete disclosure.
August 15, 2024
5
It was great!
August 10, 2024
5
Top noych!
August 4, 2024
2
It was just okay, not impressed.
July 31, 2024
5
All staff took the time to make me feel like they cared.
July 28, 2024
5
very good service.High service.Nice Dr. ERIC STEENLAGE
July 27, 2024
5
he is the best doctor
July 26, 2024
5
Staff was very professional and friendly. The X-ray member was very attractive, professional and smell really nice.
July 19, 2024
5
They have always been on top of their game! Everyone has been so professional ,kind and understanding love the whole office!! Keep up the good work everybody!
July 14, 2024
5
Was very positive experience
July 4, 2024
5
Great experience
June 25, 2024
5
All staff was very nice. Dr. Steenlage was great. Also, I like the building location (Johnson Fry. Rd.) --easy access into building, size of building, parking, etc.
June 21, 2024
5
Dr Steenlage is patient and attentive. He has been a trusted surgeon for my family for many years.
June 21, 2024
5
Nice folks. Great experience.
June 16, 2024
5
Trusted people who worked there .
June 7, 2024
3
It was very rushed. I only saw the nurse and doctor for a few minutes each. Total time was less than 10 minutes. I wasn't asked very many questions about my condition. A good metaphor would be that it felt like an assembly line.
June 7, 2024
5
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Eric at Wellstar Clinic today. The staff was friendly, and Dr. Eric was attentive, compassionate, and thorough. I felt well-cared for and confident in the treatment procedures and guidelines I received. Highly recommended.
May 31, 2024
5
Everyone listened to my concerns and responded with necessary information to make an informed decision regarding next steps. Both the doctor and the nurse presented as caring and responsive practitioners.
May 25, 2024
5
Everyone listened to my concerns and responded with necessary information to make an informed decision regarding next steps. Both the doctor and the nurse presented as caring and responsive practitioners.
May 25, 2024
5
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Eric at Wellstar Clinic today. The staff was friendly, and Dr. Eric was attentive, compassionate, and thorough. I felt well-cared for and confident in the treatment procedures and guidelines I received. Highly recommended.
May 31, 2024
3
It was very rushed. I only saw the nurse and doctor for a few minutes each. Total time was less than 10 minutes. I wasn't asked very many questions about my condition. A good metaphor would be that it felt like an assembly line.
June 7, 2024
5
Trusted people who worked there .
June 7, 2024
5
Nice folks. Great experience.
June 16, 2024
5
Dr Steenlage is patient and attentive. He has been a trusted surgeon for my family for many years.
June 21, 2024
5
All staff was very nice. Dr. Steenlage was great. Also, I like the building location (Johnson Fry. Rd.) --easy access into building, size of building, parking, etc.
June 21, 2024
5
Great experience
June 25, 2024
5
Was very positive experience
July 4, 2024
5
They have always been on top of their game! Everyone has been so professional ,kind and understanding love the whole office!! Keep up the good work everybody!
July 14, 2024
5
Staff was very professional and friendly. The X-ray member was very attractive, professional and smell really nice.
July 19, 2024
5
he is the best doctor
July 26, 2024
5
very good service.High service.Nice Dr. ERIC STEENLAGE
July 27, 2024
5
All staff took the time to make me feel like they cared.
July 28, 2024
2
It was just okay, not impressed.
July 31, 2024
5
Top noych!
August 4, 2024
5
It was great!
August 10, 2024
4
I would like to see detailed reports of the X-ray that were taken at the time of the visit. There is no reason if my medical records are to be disclosed, that I should not be able to see the reports. Just like when I have a visit with a provider, I should be able to read the reports. Wellstar does not disclose these reports, only the labs. This is not complete disclosure.
August 15, 2024
5
Dr was very clear answered all questions I've not felt this good in a very long time
August 25, 2024
5
Dr. Steenlage was so helpful in getting me in with the hand specialist for a fracture of my finger. I had surgery, pre-op and everything scheduled within the next business day.
August 27, 2024
5
Always a friendly staff
September 6, 2024
5
Very caring doctor and staff
September 18, 2024
5
Great provider and staff!
September 21, 2024
5
The doctor and his team were very welcoming and courteous. The doctor listened to me, asked questions and evaluated my issues in a professional manner. I felt like I trusted his opinion and judgement. I feel better having some answers and felt like the doctor and staff put the time into me without rushing me out the door.
October 19, 2024
5
The staff & personnel of this practice are always helpful & professional.
October 27, 2024
5
Wish appt times were met.
October 30, 2024
5
My first time at the office everybody was extremely nice.I thank you for your services
November 22, 2024
5
Pleasant and quick.
November 24, 2024
5
Everyone in this facility, from Dr. Steenlage and the other medical personnel, to the front office staff, are always professional and provide wonderful service. They always put me at ease and have me leaving with a smile on my face.
