Orthopedic and Fracture Clinic
Orthopedic trauma is a specialty in orthopedics that focuses on treating injuries caused by accidents or serious impacts. These injuries can affect bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Doctors in this field are often called fracture specialists.
While many orthopedic surgeons can treat common fractures, some patients need more specialized care. This includes people with:
- Multiple broken bones
- Open (compound) fractures, where the bone breaks through the skin
- Fractures that became infected
- Bones that healed incorrectly
Our Fracture and Orthopedic Trauma team also supports the Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center Orthopedic Trauma Program. This program is a Level II Trauma Center, which means it is equipped to handle serious injuries. It is the only center in the region with specially trained orthopedic trauma surgeons available 24/7.
This team treats both simple and complex fractures and dislocations, using both surgical and non-surgical methods. Their goal is to provide complete, high-quality care for patients with serious injuries.
Our trauma surgeons also work closely with other specialists, including experts in foot and ankle care, hand surgery, spine care, sports medicine, and joint replacement. They may work together to manage a patient’s care. They also partner with emergency doctors and general trauma surgeons to treat patients right after an injury.
Common Orthopedic Trauma Conditions and Procedures:
- Fractures of the pelvis and hip joint
- Serious hip fractures, including those common in older adults
- Long bone fractures (such as the arms and legs)
- Fractures around the knee
- Severe ankle fractures
- Injuries to the shoulder area (collarbone, shoulder blade, upper arm)
- Arm bone fractures and complications (bones that don’t heal or heal incorrectly)
- Complex fractures near joints (not including the hand and wrist)