Derek Hunwardsen, PA-C

Orthopedics - Foot & Ankle
Patient Rating
4.3/5 (Based on 45 Ratings)

What I Do

I believe in providing patient-centered care and focusing on improving a patient’s overall health. It’s important that the patient has a voice and is included throughout the decision-making process.

My clinical interests include orthopedics and sports medicine.

Why I Love My Work

I entered medicine because of the unique, yet challenging opportunity, to improve lives. I enjoy doing the hands-on work of orthopedics and getting to fix problems. I also like seeing patients in clinic, following their health care journey and watching them improve and return to doing what they love.

Getting to Know Me

Outside of work, I spend my time enjoying the outdoors, including biking, fishing and walking my dog. I am also a big sports fan and really enjoy watching the Vikings.

Gender:

Male

Languages:

English

Service Line
Graduate School

Des Moines University, Physician Assistant Studies

Board Certifications
  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) -
  • Locations

    Primary Location

    CentraCare M Physicians Orthopedics Clinic

    1900 CentraCare Cir Ste 2650 (Level 2) St Cloud, MN 56303

    Main: 320-253-2663
    Fax: 320-650-1341

    CentraCare - Monticello Specialty Clinic Orthopedics

    1107 Hart Blvd Monticello, MN 55362

    Main: 320-253-2663

    Reviews

    5.0
    March 05, 2026
    The physicians assistant looked at my foot, looked at the toes and asked me questions and I answered them and then I asked him a few questions and he answered those and gave me good answer and I'm going to say yes I would tell people all about using the doctors at CentraCare
    5.0
    January 24, 2026
    I was impressed with his professionalism and care at examining my leg and answering my questions
    5.0
    October 23, 2025
    Immediate attention to my concerns - new medication and changed date for surgery
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