Orthopedic care
Orthopedists are doctors who take care of the entire musculoskeletal system. They diagnose and treat conditions such sprains, strains, broken bones, arthritis and osteoporosis. Some of the treatments they offer include recommending lifestyle changes, applying casts and performing surgeries, such as ligament repairs or total joint replacements.
Orthopedic surgeons in Panama City, Florida
When chronic joint pain or back pain interferes with daily activities, the orthopedic specialists at HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital provide complete care.
Our orthopedic doctors provide comprehensive orthopedic care in Panama City, Florida. We offer a wide range of treatment options, including minimally invasive surgery, to help patients return to their pain-free, active lifestyles.
Are your bones and joints healthy?
When something is wrong with your bones or joints, it can be painful and debilitating. We offer quick knee and hip health risk assessments to help you get started on a path to recovery and wellness.
Our orthopedic services
Our orthopedic surgeons work with specially trained nurses and physical therapists to provide a multidisciplinary team approach to treatment and recovery.
Hip and knee replacement surgery
We provide advanced hip and knee replacement procedures to alleviate joint pain and restore mobility. Using robot-assisted technology, our orthopedic surgeons can more accurately position hip and knee implants.
This technology allows us to create a 3D model of the patient's joint. Guided by the 3D model, the surgeon uses a robotic arm to remove diseased bone, preserving healthy bone and soft tissue, before placing the implant.
Robotic surgery requires only a few small incisions, which typically leads to a faster recovery. As a result, many of our patients experience faster recoveries and improved comfort, function and quality of life after joint replacement surgeries.
Spine surgery
Through our spine care program, we diagnose and treat a variety of conditions affecting the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. If surgery is necessary, our orthopedic specialists may also use robot-assisted technology for minimally invasive spine surgery.
Sports medicine
Our sports medicine services include injury evaluation, education, injury prevention, treatment and rehabilitation. When athletes, athletic programs and sports enthusiasts choose us for sports medicine services, they will have access to:
- A sports medicine team with over 75 years of certified athletic training experience
- Post-rehabilitation and athletic development programs designed to help transition the athlete back to sports and activities
- Sport-specific performance enhancement programs
Our sports medicine program has been serving area high school, collegiate, semi-pro and youth sports since 2008. We are the official medical provider for Bay District Schools and Gulf Coast State College Athletics. We are also the official healthcare provider for the Panama City Beach Hurricanes Rugby Club, the Endless Summer Soccer Tournament, the Panama Jack Summer Slam Beach Volleyball Tournament, the Florida High School Fast-Pitch Softball Challenge and the Top 100 Baseball Classic.
Additionally, we have provided medical coverage for the U.S. Masters Synchronized Swimming Championships and the Panama City Beach Pirates soccer team.
Sports medicine services
Our sports medicine center offers many services to the Bay County community, including:
- Athletic and sports physicals at schools
- Certified athletic trainer services, including on-site practice, game staffing and rehabilitation services
- Certified wrestling weight assessments
- Coaching clinics, CPR training and automated external defibrillator (AED) training
- Concussion management and education
- Medical coverage for athletic and special events
- Performance enhancement programs for teams and individuals
Orthopedic rehabilitation
Following an orthopedic surgery or sports-related injury, our inpatient and outpatient physical therapy and rehabilitation services can help patients regain strength, balance and range of motion.
Coordinated orthopedic care
Undergoing orthopedic or spine surgery requires a lot of planning and support. That's why we offer the services of our orthopedic patient coordinator.
Orthopedic patient coordinator
Our orthopedic patient coordinator is dedicated to guiding patients through the entire treatment and recovery process.
The role of the patient coordinator is to:
- Get to know patients and their needs
- Foster a strong partnership with nursing and medical staff to deliver optimal care, ensuring safety and quality outcomes
- Provide enhanced communication with caregivers
- Provide education and information on what to expect before, during and after surgery
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