If you’ve ever had lunch with Dr. Clint Muench, you’ll quickly notice he can’t go anywhere in Minneapolis without running into happy patients. That’s what happens when you’ve helped thousands of people get back on their feet — literally.
During our recent visit with Dr. Muench, a leading orthopedic surgeon in the Twin Cities, two of his former patients stopped by to say hello before we even finished ordering. That’s the kind of local impact that only comes from decades of trusted care.
“I probably do about 200 knee replacements and 100 hip replacements a year,” Dr. Muench told us between bites of lunch. “After 25 years, that’s thousands of people whose lives are better.”
Experience That Matters
Dr. Muench shared a key tip for anyone looking to get joint replacement surgery: ask your surgeon how many procedures they perform each year.
“If they only do one or two a year, be careful,” he said. “But if they’re doing hundreds, that’s the person you want.”
It’s sound advice — experience matters when you’re trusting someone with your mobility. Dr. Muench’s steady volume of procedures and long track record make him one of the most respected orthopedic surgeons in Minneapolis.
A Family of Healers
Medicine runs deep in the Muench family. His wife, Michelle, is an ophthalmologist, and their son is currently training to follow in their footsteps.
“Actually, the two of them are on that track — and maybe a third one will be too,” he said with a grin.
That kind of family passion for helping people see and move better says a lot about their shared mission.
Why He Still Loves It
Even after thousands of surgeries, Dr. Muench’s motivation hasn’t changed. What keeps him going isn’t the numbers — it’s the results.
“When someone comes up to me and says, ‘My knee feels so much better — I’m hiking again and keeping up with my spouse,’ that’s what gets me out of bed,” he said.
That genuine joy of seeing patients walk, hike, and live life again shows why he’s so beloved in the Twin Cities community.
The Takeaway
Knee and hip replacements aren’t just medical procedures — they’re life restorations. Choosing the right surgeon can make all the difference in recovery and long-term success. And if you’re in the Minneapolis area, you’ll be hard-pressed to find someone with more experience and passion than Dr. Clint Muench.
Because let’s face it — if you can spell “Muench,” you might just be smart enough to represent California in a spelling bee… or at least choose the right surgeon.
About Dr. Clint Muench
Dr. Clint Muench is an orthopedic surgeon based in the Twin Cities, specializing in knee and hip replacements. With over 25 years of experience and thousands of successful surgeries, he’s known for helping patients regain mobility and confidence through expert, compassionate care.
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🎥 Lunch with Dr. Clint Muench: Minneapolis’ King of Knee & Hip Replacements
Dennis Yu
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