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 (752 Ratings, 241 Comments)

5 stars
June 27, 2026
Understanding kind polite respectful and informative
5 stars
June 27, 2026
Dr. Hansen explains everything so throughly, the good and the bad. Also explains in easy terms so everything makes sense. Before deciding on surgery he gave me many different options to choose from & it was my decision to when to have surgery.
5 stars
June 26, 2026
I give the whole office a 10+.
5 stars
June 25, 2026
Always friendly staff, efficient but I don’t feel rushed. I trust Dr Hansen
5 stars
June 24, 2026
The check in was easy and very friendly - as was the check out and scheduling of a future appointment. The PT, Russ, was knowledgable, friendly and very helpful.
5 stars
June 24, 2026
Staff was friendly and helpful. Clear information about my condition and the options available for my situation. They really want to help and do what's best for your individual situation and quality of life.
5 stars
June 22, 2026
Everybody there is so nice and I was in and out before my appointment time
5 stars
June 20, 2026
Efficiently run clinic,no waiting.Everyone knew their job and was friendly
5 stars
June 20, 2026
He knows what he is doing. Has my trust
5 stars
June 18, 2026
Great fast and friendly service.
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