About AOSM
Experts Who Truly Care.
We believe in a comprehensive approach to patient care, which is why we have partnered with our on-campus quality therapy, advanced imaging, and state-of-the-art surgical suites. This allows us to provide complete and seamless care throughout your entire healthcare journey.
Our dedicated team utilizes the latest treatments and techniques, staying at the forefront of medical advancements to ensure you receive the most effective care available. We understand that every patient is unique, and our personalized approach ensures that your treatment plan is tailored to your specific needs.
Erik L. Severud, MD
Dr. Severud is a fellowship-trained and board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in surgery of the Shoulder, knee, hip and elbow. He is originally from Danville, California and completed his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at the University of California, Davis. Dr. Severud earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita, Kansas. He then completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy under Dr. Wesley Nottage in Laguna Hills, California.
Dr. Severud has been practicing orthopedic surgery in Hutchinson since 1999. He was one of the first orthopedic surgeons in Kansas to do arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and remains one of the few orthopedists in Kansas to do Tommy John Surgery as well as elbow arthroscopy. Outside of professional activities, Dr. Severud enjoys playing golf, tennis, skiing and hiking.
Education and Certifications
Hometown: Danville, California
Fellowship: The Sports Clinic, Orthopedics Medicine Associates; Laguna Hills, California
Residency: University of Kansas School of Medicine; Wichita, Kansas
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine; Houston, Texas
Board Certification: American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
License: Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
Team Physician: Hutchinson Community College, Sterling College
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Kansas School of Medicine
Master Instructor in Arthroscopy, Arthroscopy Association of North America
Medical Director, Sterling College Graduate Athletic Training Education Program
Professional Societies:
American Medical Association, Arthroscopy Association of North America, American Academy of Orthopedics Surgeons, Norwegian-American Orthopedics Society, International Society of Arthroscopy- Knee Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine, International Cartilage Repair Society, Kansas Medical Society
Stephanie Stieben, PA-C
Stephanie is a board certified Physician Assistant who has been working alongside Dr. Severud since 2011. She has degrees from Fort Hays State in Biology and Colby Community College in Physical Therapy Studies. She worked as a Physical Therapist Assistant for 5 years at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. Stephanie found medicine to be very intriguing and decided to go back to school to further her education at Wichita State University. She
graduated with honors in 2004 with her degree as a Physician Assistant. She worked for 7 years in Family Medicine at The Medical Center before changing her focus to Orthopedics.
Stephanie was born and raised in Hays, KS. She is married and enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoys golf, attending KU basketball games and loves going to concerts in her free time. Stephanie is active in her community and was named Reno County Big Sister of the Year in 2011.
London Foulk, ACNPC-AG, APRN, MSN, BSN, RN
London is a Board Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNPC-AG) specializing in Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. She works alongside Dr. Severud, providing comprehensive care in the inpatient, outpatient, and surgical settings here at Alliance Orthopedics.
London's passion for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine began with a personal cheerleading related knee injury that brought her to the very clinic where she now practices - a full circle moment that continues to fuel her commitment to compassionate, high quality care.
Born and raised in Hutchinson, KS, London attended Buhler High School where she obtained her CNA/CMA certifications as a stepping stone into the medical field. After graduating from Buhler High School in 2015, she continued her education locally at Hutchinson Community College. During this time, London cheered on the Blue Dragons in Football and Basketball as she was a part of the 2015-2016 Large Coed Cheerleading Squad (Go Drags!) In 2018, she graduated from HCC with her RN and soon began her nursing career at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center in the Emergency Department. With her strong background in ER, she began her travel nurse journey across Kansas and Missouri as she once again continued her education. She obtained her Bachelors and Masters Degree in Nursing at Chamberlain University, graduating in 2023. Her APRN career started in Jonesboro, AR as a Hospitalist before moving back home to Hutchinson, KS to be close to friends and family. Outside of work, London enjoys spending time with her boyfriend Wade, their 2 dogs, Aspen and Baileigh. They love staying active and being outdoors - whether that's line dancing, spending time at the lake, hunting, or just being with their friends and family.
