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Orthopedics-sports medicine in Kalamazoo

Experienced orthopedic and sports medicine doctors at Ascension Borgess diagnose and treat sports injuries, including muscle, joint and bone pain.

If you or a family member is living with bone or joint pain, or has experienced an injury, schedule an appointment with an orthopedic specialist at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We also have an orthopedic clinic in Allegan. Our care team delivers some of the most advanced treatment options for children, teens and adults. Sometimes, injuries and orthopedic conditions need surgery. Your orthopedic specialist has the expertise to perform the latest minimally invasive procedures and robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery, when needed.

Orthopedic specialty care at Ascension Borgess

  • Back injury care
  • Hand and foot surgery
  • Hip and knee replacement
  • Minimally invasive knee arthroscopy
  • Shoulder surgery
  • Sports medicine

Advanced orthopedic and sports medicine care close to home

When you choose Ascension Borgess, you get a multispecialty care team, including orthopedic surgeons who specialize in spine surgery, joint (hip, knee and shoulder) replacement, hand surgery, foot surgery, and sports medicine doctors and orthopedic physical therapists. Your care team works together to deliver specialized care – from diagnosis through recovery. As part of a network, our doctors and care teams share best practices, knowledge and research – bringing all the care you need close to home.

Every visit starts with a conversation about you and how you are feeling. Tell us about any new injuries or pain in your hands, feet, joints or muscles. Your doctor may use advanced diagnostic imaging to get a clear picture of your condition. Together, you and your doctor will create a care plan with the goal of reducing pain and increasing your mobility. Your care plan may include medication, physical therapy or surgery. If surgery is needed, you’re at the right place with experienced specialists in orthopedic surgery, sports medicine and rehabilitation. And your care team connects the dots for you, including any additional or follow-up care, so you can focus on getting back to the things you love.

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As your care needs change, we’re ready with care that’s right for you. You’ll find that managing your bone and joint health is easier with a team ready to support you.

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Knee replacement

If you have knee pain from arthritis or an injury, our orthopedic surgery care team is here for you. Our specialists listen to understand you. Then, we create a personalized care plan that’s right for you. Treatment options may include pain management and joint injections; minimally invasive knee arthroscopy, partial knee replacement or total knee replacement using the Mako™ robotic-arm assisted surgery. Recovery includes orthopedic rehabilitation with physical therapy.

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Hip replacement

If hip pain is making the simplest tasks seem difficult, our orthopedic surgeon listens to understand you and your health concerns. Then, we create a personalized care plan that’s right for you. Our surgeons use the latest surgical technology – Mako SmartRobotics™ for hip replacement.

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Foot and ankle surgery

Orthopedic foot surgeons at Ascension Borgess have the expertise to diagnose and treat plantar fasciitis, ankle pain and arthritis, bone fractures to the toes, foot or ankle, and other foot problems. They use the latest technology to perform ankle replacement surgery and cartilage repair.

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Hand, wrist and elbow surgery

Hand surgeons at Ascension Borgess provide non-surgical and surgical treatment options for tennis elbow, carpal tunnel, trigger finger, bone fractures in the hand and lower arm, and hand arthritis. Our care team provides hand therapies to help you regain better hand function.

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Shoulder surgery

If you have pain in your shoulder or difficulty raising your arms, talk with our experienced orthopedic surgeons. We can discuss both surgical and nonsurgical treatment options. If surgery is needed, we provide minimally invasive surgical options.

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Spinal (low back) pain

Orthopedic surgeons at Ascension Borgess have the expertise to diagnose and treat conditions that cause low back pain, including sciatica nerve pain. They provide non-surgical treatments and use minimally invasive procedures to treat herniated discs and bone spurs. Our surgeons also provide treatment options to correct scoliosis (extreme curvature of the spine), more often diagnosed in children and teenagers.

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Sports Medicine

Ascension Borgess also provides sports medicine and sports performance care for active teens and adults. When injuries occur we work together to help you return to the activities and sports you enjoy.

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Rehabilitation and physical therapy

Rehabilitation care teams at Ascension Borgess deliver physical therapy (PT) for injuries and after surgery, such as hip and knee replacement. Your physical therapist starts by listening to understand you and activity goals. Then, we work with you to create a customized care plan that focuses on improving your mobility, flexibility and strength while decreasing pain and improving your quality of life.

Get a second opinion from an orthopedic surgeon

Get the confidence and peace of mind that your orthopedic care plan is right for you. It's easy to get a second opinion at Ascension Borgess. We can review your medical records and healthcare history to answer your questions and discuss options. Talk with one of our doctors about a personalized care plan.

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Financial assistance and support is available

If you and your family need help with financial assistance, we can connect you with resources and programs that may be able to help. Our financial counseling team is here to listen to your concerns and work with you to help find options that meet your needs.

Insurance and medical records requests

Before your appointment, check with your insurance company to find out if a second opinion is covered. We can request your medical records on your behalf, so that they can be shared with your care team before your arrival. Talk with your insurance provider about insurance coverage options for having an outpatient orthopedic surgery, such as total knee replacement. Orthopedic surgery may be covered by various insurance plans as well as Medicare. First, you need to be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon.

Frequently asked questions

  • What conditions or injuries does an orthopedic doctor treat?
  • Who is a candidate for outpatient joint replacement surgery?
  • Is joint replacement surgery covered by Medicare?
  • What are the reasons for joint and back pain?
  • How are sport injuries treated?