There are a few surgeons in Minnesota:
https://www.topsurgery.net/states/minnesota.htm
I've seen some nice work from Dr. Kim. Dr. Christensen probably has the most experience in the state.
Will you be using insurance?
You will likely need the support letters (esp. if using insurance), so even though you can't start that just yet, you could start by looking for a local therapist with the required experience.
You could also use this "limbo" time to research surgeons, pre-op preparations and what you'll need while healing from surgery.