His areas of expertise include the following: knee problems, arthroscopic surgery, and replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement). Dr. Panek takes Medicare insurance. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Medical School. He completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of Minnesota. Dr. Panek has received professional recognition including the following: Voted Best Doctor in MN Monthly and Minnesota Monthly's Best Orthopaedic Doctors for Women. He is affiliated with Fairview Lakes Medical Center, Woodwinds Health Campus, and United Hospital.