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This is the surgeon that performed my recent full right knee replacement. My right femur was broken in a car accident 50 years ago. It was a compound break that left my right leg an inch shorter. This caused extra wear on my knee joint that had also been damaged. I have struggled with my knee for 30 years so it was time to finally do something about it.

My plan is to get back on the bike outdoors in the spring. Full recovery takes 52 weeks. So far it is still healing and my body is adjusting. I am stoked to get back to normal, well more than normal. I give a great deal of credit to the knowledge and skill of Doctor Finter. I told her I would put a sticker on my bike to advertise for her.

 Erin Finter, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon-Total Joint Replacement, Knee, Hip

Dr. Erin Finter was born at St. Charles Hospital and raised in Bend. She attended University of Washington for her undergraduate education and Georgetown University for medical school, graduating cum laude from both institutions. At Georgetown, she won the outstanding student award for orthopedic surgery. Dr. Finter completed her internship and orthopedic residency at University of Chicago and her fellowship in joint replacement surgery at the Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Finter specializes in joint replacement and reconstructive procedures of the hip and knee, including minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Erin Finter is now able to offer direct anterior total hip arthroplasty, which provides the potential for less pain, faster recovery and improved mobility in patients who qualify. She enjoys her work in joint replacement knowing she helps contribute to her patients quality of life as they return to a healthy state of abilities.

Dr. Finter also appreciates that she is allowed into peoples lives in an intimate and significant way and respectfully honors that trust. She is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society and the Phi Beta Kappa Society.

Dr. Finter is thrilled to be practicing in her hometown. In her free time, she enjoys golfing, skiing, hiking and spending time with her husband and family.