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17 Sep 2015

Gaona: Tough-to-replace Michalczik eyes return for Foothills

17 Sep 2015 Christopher Stevens, Doctors Catalina Foothills football team, Max Michalczik

Max Michalczik had just helped the Catalina Foothills football team pull off one of the biggest wins in program history, a 23-17 victory against a Cienega team the Falcons had never been able to conquer in 12 tries. Then, suddenly, Max was left battling a different, much tougher opponent: A virus...Read More

26 Aug 2015

U.S. News & World Report Names the TMC Orthopaedic Center Among Best in Knee Replacement

26 Aug 2015 Media Best Hospitals, knee replacement, TMC Orthopaedic Center, Tucson Medical Center, Tucson Orthopaedic Institute

Tucson Medical Center has been recognized as one of the best hospitals for 2015-16 in knee replacement by U.S. News & World Report. The annual U.S. News Best Hospitals rankings, now in their 26th year, recognize hospitals that excel in treating the most challenging patients. “The TMC Orthopae...Read More

1 Jun 2015

You Make Us Smile: TOI Patient of the Month – June 2015

1 Jun 2015 Patient Appreciation patient of the month, physical therapy

Tucson Ortho is proud to present the June 2015 Patient of the Month award to Ms. Rebecca Rabon! Ms. Rabon had been going to physical therapy regularly, but eventually had surgery she needed. When she first met David Santillano, cast tech at the Northwest office, Rebecca says "I was feeling anxiou...Read More

28 May 2015

Introduction to Spine Care

28 May 2015 Steven Zeiller back or neck problem, injections, orthopaedic surgeon, spinal conditions, spinal surgery, spine

The care of patients with spinal disorders has become increasingly complex. As a result, more health care providers have become involved in caring for these patients. The spectrum of providers is wide and includes operative, nonoperative, and pain management specialists. This complexity has lead to...Read More

28 May 2015

Helpful Tips for Post-Operative Elbow, Hand and Shoulder Surgery

28 May 2015 Joel Goode elbow, elbow surgery, hand, hand surgery, pain management, Post-Operative Care, Shoulder, shoulder surgery

You have just had hand surgery, elbow surgery, or shoulder surgery. These are some helpful hints and frequently asked questions that may help with your recovery and manage your pain.* By staying ahead of your pain and swelling, you do not have to catch up. Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a...Read More

28 May 2015

Operation Walk in Vietnam

28 May 2015 Doctors Operation Walk

I recently volunteered to go to Hanoi, Vietnam with the non-profit medical service organization, Operation Walk. This was the first trip I took with this organization; I was the only doctor from Tucson Orthopaedic Institute and I did not know anyone from the team beforehand. I simply contacted their...Read More

28 May 2015

New Minimally Invasive Partial Knee Resurfacing: Relieve Osteoarthritis Pain Using Robotic Arm Technology

28 May 2015 Doctors, Kevin Bowers joint pain, Knee, MAKOplasty, osteoarthritis, partial knee replacement, partial knee resurfacing

Everyday I come across patients who are suffering from joint pain in their knee due to osteoarthritis. I am frequently asked about the latest treatment techniques that may offer faster recovery. One procedure that can relieve pain is a minimally invasive technique for partial knee resurfacing. Below...Read More

28 May 2015

Anterior Hip Replacement – What Is It All About?

28 May 2015 Doctors, Edward Petrow, Kevin Bowers, Media anterior hip replacement, hip

Our joint replacement surgeons are often asked about the latest developments in arthritis surgery. With the advent of minimally invasive techniques in orthopedic surgery, joint surgeons at Tucson Orthopaedic Institute (TOI) are performing hip replacement through the front (anterior) of the hip as op...Read More

28 May 2015

Post-Operative Foot & Ankle Helpful Hints

28 May 2015 Doctors, Eric Anctil foot and ankle, pain management, Post-Operative Care, surgery

You just had surgery on either your foot or ankle, or possibly both. These are some helpful hints from Tucson Orthopaedic Institute's foot doctors to best manage your pain, swelling and discomfort after the procedure. Any procedure is a big procedure, so please do all that you can to take the best c...Read More

1 May 2015

First Injury: TOI Patient of the Month – May 2015

1 May 2015 Christopher Stevens, Doctors, Patient Appreciation hand injury, patient of the month

Tucson Ortho is proud to present the May 2015 Patient of the Month award to Koby Kresse! Koby Kresse suffered a pretty bad injury to his hand and was taken to the ER. It was his first injury, and he was understandably nervous and anxious about what was going to happen. That is where he met Dr. Ch...Read More

1 Apr 2015

Out with the Old and In with the New! TOI Patient of the Month – April 2015

1 Apr 2015 Doctors, Lawrence Housman, Patient Appreciation bilateral knee arthroplasty, patient of the month, physical therapy

Tucson Ortho is proud to present the April 2015 Patient of the Month award to Sandra Lawrence! Sandra Lawrence was nominated by Myriah Stark at the East Office physical therapy location. Here's what Myriah had to say: "Mrs. Lawrence underwent bilateral knee arthroplasty. She has maintained an upb...Read More

1 Mar 2015

March 2015 Patient of the Month – Mary Mahan

1 Mar 2015 Patient Appreciation back pain, patient of the month, physical therapy

Tucson Ortho is proud to present the March 2015 Patient of the Month award to Mary Mahan! Over the last 10 years, Mary has been going to physical therapy from a variety of places to manage pain for her back. Recently, she began PT at Tucson Orthopaedic Institute with physical therapist, Kristin S...Read More

1 Feb 2015

February 2015 Patient of the Month – Deborah Mack

1 Feb 2015 Doctors, Patient Appreciation, Steven Shapiro ATV injury, patient of the month

Tucson Ortho is proud to present the February 2015 Patient of the Month award to Deborah Mack! Joleen Cox, nurse practitioner to Steven Shapiro, MD, nominated Deborah because she is such a "positive and focused individual." Following an injury sustained in an ATV accident, Deborah's only concern...Read More

1 Jan 2015

January 2015 Patient of the Month – Judy Forester

1 Jan 2015 Doctors, John Maltry, Patient Appreciation patient of the month

Judy Forester was nominated by Kim McNurlin, Physician Assistant for Dr. John Maltry Judy has had both knees replaced. Her left knee was done 12/13. She recently won a ballroom dance competition 10 months out from her knee replacement. She scored 97/100 in the Tango. Woo hoo to Judy! She worked h...Read More

30 Oct 2014

Surgeons vs. Chefs 2014

30 Oct 2014 Christopher Stevens, Doctors, Joel Goode, John Wild, Mark Braunstein, Stephen Curtin, Stephen Hanks Children's Miracle Network, Pumpkin Carving Contest, TMC for Children, Tucson Medical Center, Tucson Orthopedic Institute

Surgeons from Tucson Orthopaedic Institute joined Tucson Medical Center and Embassy Suites Tucson - Paloma Village for their 5th annual 'Surgeons vs. Chefs' Pumpkin Carving Contest to raise money for TMC for Children, Children's Miracle Network. Surgeons and chefs from local restaurants carved pu...Read More

1 Oct 2014

Caring for the Underprivileged in Vietnam

1 Oct 2014 Doctors, Media Operation Walk

Giving Back DR. RUSSELL COHEN VOLUNTEERS IN VIETNAM TO PROVIDE MEDICAL CARE TO THE UNDERPRIVILEGED When a young woman in a small Vietnamese village suffered an injury as a child, the resulting healing caused her to walk with pain and a noticeable limp. Sadly, this made it very difficult for her to...Read More

1 Sep 2014

Exercising Caution: Too Much, Too Fast, Too Soon

1 Sep 2014 Doctors, Media, William Prickett ACL Repair, Instability, Knee, overuse injuries, platelet-rich plasma, Rotator Cuff Repair, Shoulder, tendon repair, tissue engineering

If someday you find yourself sitting around the house with your leg in the air, the limb wrapped in ice and towels – looking like a corn dog – you may need to see a surgeon. William Prickett, MD, an orthopedic consultant for the University of Arizona athletics department (and sports medicine surgeon...Read More

4 Dec 2013

Deserving Southern Arizona Patients Receive Free, Life-Changing Surgery

4 Dec 2013 Andrew Mahoney, Doctors, John Wild, Lawrence Housman, Media joint replacement surgery, Operation Walk, Tuscon Medical Center

Tucson man is one of 10 patients who will receive total joint replacement surgery as part of a nationwide program TUCSON, Ariz. – On Friday, Dec. 6, 10 patients from around Southern Arizona will receive the joint replacement surgery they so desperately need but are unable to afford. It's all made p...Read More

1 Nov 2013

Tucson Ortho Doctors Return to Ecuador for Second Year to Help Patients

1 Nov 2013 Doctors, Media Ecuador, total knee replacement

This November, Tucson Orthopaedic Institute surgeon, Luis Piedrahita, MD, returned to Ecuador with a team of volunteers to provide orthopaedic treatment to underprivileged patients. The humanitarian effort was set up by Dr. Piedrahita; this was the second year he organized the trip to Quito. He invi...Read More

14 Mar 2013

Stay Active with Safe Sports Practices and Proper Medical Care

14 Mar 2013 Doctors, William Prickett Sports Injuries

We all know that regular exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Exercise makes you look and feel good, promoting greater muscle strength, endurance, flexibility, weight control, and cardiovascular fitness. However, too much of a good thing can lead to an injury that can sideline yo...Read More

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