We know the thought of surgery can make anyone feel anxious. But with the orthopedic experts at Saint Francis Health System you’ll find everything you need for success.

All of our orthopedic surgeons are board-certified and fellowship-trained, performing a full range of procedures to treat knee, hip, shoulder, hand, wrist, elbow, foot and ankle pain. Whether your pain was caused by previous injuries, degenerative conditions such as arthritis or chronic illnesses—the orthopedic specialists at Saint Francis are here to help.

To make your appointment, call Saint Francis HealthLink at 918-488-6688 or find an orthopedic expert anytime online.

Orthopedic Surgery at Saint Francis

In the event you are a candidate for surgery, our orthopedic surgeons and specialized staff will make sure you are well informed about what to expect. They will answer questions, offer helpful tips and advice, and calm any anxiety you may have about the surgery.

A large percentage of orthopedic procedures performed by Saint Francis orthopedic specialists use minimally-invasive equipment and techniques. These procedures are designed to get you back to a normal state of health as quickly as possible, generally with less pain, more mobility and a faster recovery than traditional methods. In addition, smaller incisions result in smaller, barely noticeable scars.

Within a few hours of surgery, most patients begin their rehabilitation with specially-trained physical and occupational therapists. This rapid rehabilitation approach helps with recovery, increases flexibility and strength and restores joint movement and muscle strength.

By coordinating care, the entire orthopedic team from physicians and nurses to physical and occupational therapists focuses on one goal—helping you recover your mobility as quickly as possible. Generally, orthopedic surgery patients spend just a few days in the hospital before returning home for continued recovery and rehabilitation.

Full Range of Surgical and Non-Surgical Solutions

Orthopedic surgeons at Saint Francis hospitals use both surgical and non-surgical procedures to treat:

• Musculoskeletal trauma
• Joint reconstruction and revision
• Microvascular procedures, including nerve repair and muscle grafts
• Spine disorders
• Sports injuries
• Degenerative diseases
• Infections
• Tumor surgery for bone cancers
• Congenital disorders

From partial replacements to total joint replacements, from minimally invasive procedures using arthroscopic techniques to traditional open procedures, orthopedic surgeons at Saint Francis Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital South and Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee provide individualized care that is specially designed to meet each patient's specific needs.

Specialized Orthopedic Treatments Available

Specialized orthopedic treatments available through Saint Francis include:

• Total joint replacement surgery for the hip, knees and shoulders
• Tommy John surgery (TJS), more formally known as ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction, is used to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament inside the elbow
• Reverse shoulder arthroplasty (a prosthesis design that ‘reverses’ the mechanical structure of the shoulder, allowing the arm to function painlessly, even when the rotator cuff muscles are absent)
• Uni-compartmental knee arthroplasty (partial knee replacement surgery)
• Hip resurfacing arthroplasty
• SuperPath hip replacement surgery