Craig Hansen, MD

Craig L. Hansen, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Specialties

Hip, Joint Replacement, Knee

Next Available New Appointments:

Dr. Hansen has been practicing in Council Bluffs and performing surgery at Jennie Edmundson Hospital since 2002. He specializes in treatment of hip and knee pain with a focus on total joint surgery and fracture care.

Hometown: Council Bluffs, IA

Conditions

Hip Arthritis, Hip Bursitis, Hip Dislocation, Hip Fractures, Knee Arthritis, and less common conditions

Treatments

Knee Injections, Carpal Tunnel Release, Knee Replacement, Hip Injections, Hip Replacement, Trigger Finger Release, and less common treatments

Ages treated: 50+
Accepts workers comp: Yes

Team Members

Russell Francis, Physician Assistant
Russell and Dr. Hansen work alongside each other in clinic and surgery to provide comprehensive total joint (hip and knee) care. Russell often sees Dr. Hansen's patients and they collaborate on their progress.

Assistant

Mary

Call Nurse:

(712) 396-4020
In Practice Since 1996

Credentials

Certifications

Education

  • St. Luke’s Medical Center | Adult Reconstruction Hip and Knee Fellowship, 2002
  • University of Kansas School of Medicine| Orthopaedic Residency, 2001
  • University of Kansas School of Medicine | MD, 1996
  • Baker University | BS, 1991 (Biology)

Memberships & Awards

Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5 (743 Ratings, 274 Comments)

5 stars
August 29, 2026
Kindness and patience of each individual.
5 stars
August 29, 2026
First time, in and out in no time
5 stars
August 29, 2026
A very short waiting time. Kind staff and Doctor
5 stars
August 29, 2026
Easy access, friendly staff, waiting time extremely low and Dr Hansen listens. No pressure for a surgery. He takes the time to talk with you
5 stars
August 27, 2026
Everyone very friendly and professional. Never gave to wait.
5 stars
August 27, 2026
Wait time is extremely small. I signed in and was called back in less than 3 minutes.
5 stars
August 26, 2026
Nice helpful staff
5 stars
August 26, 2026
Front staff was pleasant! Was called back to appointment on time! Everything was excellent!
5 stars
August 25, 2026
It's in a really great location and Dr. Hansen and his staff has been really helpful to me.
5 stars
August 23, 2026
From the minute I made my appointment until I left following everything was a positive experience.
Journey On Schedule an Appointment Today Click Call Text Chat Walk In
Website design by TBH Creative