Anyone who has faced severe pain in a knee, hip, shoulder,
or other bone or joint knows the benefits of orthopedics. Joint replacements,
back surgeries and a variety of orthopedic procedures are commonplace for many
individuals who lead active lifestyles or who have experienced injuries. That’s
why Wellmont Medical Associates offers regional experts to meet your orthopedic
needs.
What is an orthopedic physician?
Orthopedic physicians deal with
injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system, which consists of bones,
joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves. This broad field contains
several subspecialties for different areas of the body, including the knee, hip
and shoulder. There are also a number of specialties within orthopedics such as orthopedic trauma and sports medicine that treat specialized types of
injuries and conditions.
Why choose Wellmont Medical Associates orthopedics?
The orthopedic surgeons and specialists at Wellmont Medical
Associates are skilled in a wide range of surgeries and procedures, from joint
replacements and rotator cuff repairs to surgical repairs for orthopedic trauma
and crush injuries. These physicians are committed to helping you return to
your normal activities, maximizing mobility and minimizing pain.
Because Wellmont Medical Associates practices are affiliated
with Wellmont Health System, a wide variety of HMO, PPO and POS insurance plans
are accepted. Patients of these orthopedic practices have convenient access to
the full scope of medical expertise and specialties offered at Wellmont’s hospitals and throughout the health system.