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Orthopedic ONE named #1 in Ohio and #3 in the Nation for Orthopedics, Again!
While Orthopedic ONE physicians have long been recognized as Castle Connolly Top Doctors®, we are proud to once again rank #1 in Ohio and #3 in the Nation for Orthopedics. This is the second year Castle Connolly is presenting accolades to health systems, hospitals and physician practices that deliver outstanding, high-quality care through their recognized...
Dr. Joel Politi featured in Bexley Living Magazine
Orthopedic One currently employs over 500 and is the result of a 2013 merger between Ohio Orthopedic Center of Excellence and The Cardinal Orthopedic Institute. Bexley resident Dr. Politi has been in private practice for over 15 years here in Columbus; when he started he joined Dick Briggs, Bud Houser and Dennis Taylor in a...
Dr. Ken Westerheide featured in Muirfield Living Magazine
I grew up in Mt. Vernon, Ohio and came from a large family of 8 children. My father was a physician, so we spent a lot of time in the hospital waiting rooms after school and sport practices doing our homework while waiting for a ride home. Therefore, I was exposed to the medical field...
Orthopedic One will re-enter the Aetna network as of July 1, 2016
Attention Aetna policy holders, we are pleased to share that Orthopedic ONE and Aetna have finalized a new agreement and that we will return to the Aetna network effective July 1, 2016. In-network status will apply to Aetna commercial health plan offerings, as well as Aetna Medicare Advantage. We sincerely appreciate your patience with the...
Orthopedic ONE Therapy Services Expanding and Opening Several Sites Throughout Central Ohio
Orthopedic ONE Therapy Services will open and expand three sites in June 2016, adding more than 19,000 square feet to its central Ohio footprint. Already one of the largest physical therapy providers in the region, the practice boasts a team of more than 100 physical therapists, therapy assistants and athletic trainers in what will be...
Orthopedic ONE Recognizes CPR and AED Month
The month of June has been designated as CPR and AED Month to help raise awareness about Sudden Cardiac Arrest and promote the life-saving benefits of CPR and AED certification. According to American CPR Training, the goal is to have at least one person per household and one employee per shift in each department trained...
Upcoming Joint Pain and Back Pain Community Seminars
Are you wondering about treatment options for joint pain or back pain? Join Orthopedic ONE Physician Ty Fowler, M.D. as he discusses preventive care, joint replacement and other options. He will also explain the joint replacement procedure, describe the available implants and answer your questions. Ty Fowler, M.D. Location: Mount Carmel Grove City Date: Tuesday,...
Orthopedic ONE welcomes Rahul K. Biyani, M.D., fellowship-trained hip and knee surgeon
Orthopedic ONE is pleased to welcome its newest physician, Rahul K. Biyani, M.D., to Ohio’s largest, physician-owned orthopedic practice. He will begin seeing patients in August 2016 at the Dublin location. Dr. Rahul Biyani is a board-eligible orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in adult hip and knee joint reconstruction. He also has special interests in...
Orthopedic ONE Supports National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
Orthopedic ONE understands the important role that physical activity plays in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Therefore, we are proud to support the activities surrounding the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition’s National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. As part of this program, we challenge all adults to complete at least 30 minutes, and youth...
Orthopedic ONE Patient Joins 2016 US Olympic Wrestling Team
Long-time Orthopedic ONE patient and friend, Tervel Dlagnev, will be Rio-bound this summer as he joins the United States Olympic Wrestling Team in his second Olympic appearance. Hard work pays off. Congratulations, Tervel! We look forward to cheering you on!
No Need for Knee Pain … Find out More!
If you are living with knee pain or discomfort caused by arthritis, join Orthopedic ONE surgeon, Randall Wroble, MD at this free educational seminar. Dr. Wroble, a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, will discuss the causes of knee pain and the various treatment options available. One such option, is a robotically-assisted, same-day partial knee replacement....
Dr. Joel Politi Honored as Mount Carmel Guardian Angel
Orthopedic ONE physician, Joel Politi, M.D. was recently honored through the Mount Carmel Foundation’s Guardian Angels program. This distinction serves as an opportunity for patients, as well as their families and friends to recognize the compassionate care they received at Mount Carmel. Congratulations Dr. Politi! Click here to read the full article.
CME: The Diagnosis and Treatment of Arthritic Joint Pain
Registration is now open for “The Diagnosis and Treatment of Arthritic Joint Pain CME” Saturday, May 7, 2016 Did you know that by the year 2030 the demand for hip replacement and revision surgery is projected to more than double, while the demand for knee replacement and revision surgery is projected to increase more than...
Blue Jackets Defenseman Set for Surgery with Dr. Larry Watson
The Columbus Blue Jackets announced earlier this week that Jack Johnson, defenseman, would undergo surgery on Thursday for a shoulder injury – keeping him out for the remainder of the regular season. Orthopedic One’s Dr. Larry Watson performed the procedure at Orthopedic One in Columbus. Check out the full announcement here. All of us at...
Upcoming Total Joint Replacement Seminars
Are you wondering about treatment options for joint pain? Join Orthopedic ONE Physicians Jeffrey Backes, M.D. and Ty Fowler, M.D. as they discusses preventive care, joint replacement and other options. They will also explain the joint replacement procedure, describe the available implants and answer your questions. Jeffrey Backes, M.D. Date: Wednesday, March 30th from 3:30...
CME: The Diagnosis and Treatment of Arthritic Joint Pain
Save the Date – Saturday, May 7, 2016 Mount Carmel New Albany Education Center – Registration Opening Soon!
Dr. Michael McShane and Dr. Joel Politi Receive Pioneer in Medicine Award
Orthopedic ONE physicians Dr. Michael McShane and Dr. Joel Politi were named as the 2016 recipients of the Norman O. Rothermich Pioneer in Medicine Award, given in memory of the physician who founded the Central Ohio chapter of the Arthritis Foundation. The award is given in conjunction with the David K. Beebe Lifetime Achievement Award,...
Concussions: A Fact Sheet for Parents and Athletes
What is a concussion? A concussion is a traumatic brain injury (TBI) that interrupts normal brain function. A concussion occurs when there is a direct or indirect force to the head and often does not occur with a loss of consciousness. These injuries can lead to a wide range of issues, including academic difficulty, loss...
Orthopedic ONE Announces Sports Medicine Partnership with LUCKY LAX
Orthopedic ONE is proud to be named the exclusive sports medicine provider to Lucky Lax Lacrosse Club. Founded in 2003 by Catherine Shelley and Trish Derwart with a mission to provide the Greater Columbus Area with quality instruction and playing opportunities, LUCKY LAX takes pride in providing an educational experience in a competitive arena while...
Cardiac Health in Athletes
What Orthopedic One wants you to know regarding cardiac health and athletic participation February is American Heart Month: The American Heart Association recommends; “the systematic practice of medically evaluating large, general populations of athletes before participation in sports for the purpose of identifying (or raising suspicion of) abnormalities that could provoke disease progression or sudden...
Dr. Raymond Wurapa named 2015 Vitals Patients’ Choice Award winner
The people have spoken. Dr. Raymond Wurapa is a 2015 Vitals Patients’ Choice Award winner. Now in its 8th year, Vitals Patients’ Choice recognizes top-performing doctors based on reviews & ratings collected during the past calendar year. Only 5 percent of doctors receive a 2015 Vitals’ Patients’ Choice Award. Vitals owns the largest collection of...
Dr. Wroble talks Hockey Injuries with The Columbus Dispatch
BOSTON – Sergei Bobrovsky’s latest groin injury is his third this season, all on the left side and all in the same area of the muscle. It’s a small strain, according to Blue Jackets general manager Jarmo Kekalainen. Original Story via Columbus Dispatch But the concerns created by Bobrovsky’s chronic leg injuries are massive. When...
Heads Up Athletes: 3 Things Orthopedic ONE wants YOU to Know about Concussions
Heads Up Athletes: 3 Things Orthopedic ONE wants YOU to Know about Concussions Photo courtesy of The Kathmandu Post 1. Concussions are REAL brain injuries! A concussion is defined as a complex pathophysiological process that affects the brain, typically induced by trauma to the brain; either due to a direct or indirect blow to...
Therapy Services Success Spotlight
Christina Murphy I Columbus Running Company “It really helps me in two ways,” explained Murphy, “[The Alter-G] is getting me past the injury while also saving me some impact from daily training.” In August of 2015, Olympic hopeful Christina Murphy came down with an injury to her plantar on her right foot. While she initially...
Sports Medicine Success Story Spotlight
Paige Renz I Classics Eagles “I was incredibly lucky to have Geoff as my Physical Therapist and Julie as my Athletic Trainer. They, along with my amazing surgeon, Dr. Edwards, are the best team I could have asked for.” Paige Renz, a soccer player for Classics Eagles recently returned to the game after ten long...
A Notice to Aetna Policy Holders:
Aetna Policy Holders: Effective January 25, 2016 Orthopedic One will no longer be in the Aetna provider network. We are working to come to an agreement on a new contract, but have yet to reach a suitable resolution. To learn what this change in our network status means for your care, please call your Aetna...
Phone Issues at Sawmill and Dublin Locations – Tuesday, 11/17
Attention patients of our Upper Arlington and Dublin locations! We are currently experiencing issues with our phone lines. We’re working to fix this ASAP, thanks for bearing with us! If you are on the line with us and your call is dropped, rest assured that we will contact you back. If we don’t yet have...
Orthopedic ONE physicians named to Best Doctors® and America’s Top Doctors® lists 2015
Congratulations to our Orthopedic ONE physicians named to the Best Doctors® and America’s Top Doctors® lists. Each day, you inspire us to stay focused on our ONE priority. Helping our patients get better, and back to doing what they love. Although we’re proud to be recognized as a leader within our industry, we’re even more...
Orthopedic ONE voted 2015 Best in Business!
Thank you Columbus for selecting Orthopedic ONE as the BEST orthopedic and sports medicine practice in central Ohio! As Columbus CEO put it, “Orthopedic ONE makes no bones about being readers’ new top choice…” and we couldn’t be more grateful for your vote of confidence! We’re certainly proud to be #1, but we’re even more...
Dr. John McGrail joins Ohio Industrial Commission as Chief Medical Advisor
Dr. John McGrail was recently named Chief Medical Advisor to the Ohio Industrial Commission. In addition to five decades of medical knowledge and experience, Dr. McGrail said he is looking forward to offering his leadership and dedication to fairness to Ohio’s employers and injured workers. “In this role, my goal is to follow the mission...