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Orthopedic ONE named #1 in Ohio, and #3 in the Nation for Orthopedics
While Orthopedic ONE physicians have long been recognized as Castle Connolly Top Doctors®, this is the first year Castle Connolly is also presenting accolades to health systems, hospitals and physician practices that deliver outstanding, high-quality care through their recognized providers. We are proud to report that Orthopedic ONE ranks #1 in Ohio for Orthopedics, and...
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...
6th Annual Spirit Sprint 5k Awards More than $30k to Local High Schools
On Sunday, November 1, Orthopedic ONE welcomed nearly 30 high schools from the central Ohio area to the practice’s 6th annual Spirit Sprint 5k. The event drew more than 1,000 attendees – and awarded more than $30,000 to participating schools. The money raised helps schools do things like offset pay to play fees, purchase new...
5 Pumpkin Carving Safety Tips
Halloween is one of the top three holidays that produce the most emergency room visits each year. Finger and hand injuries account for the greatest proportion of injuries on Halloween. Pumpkin carving can be a dangerous activity, so stay safe this Halloween with these tips: Be sure your carving space is clean, dry and well-lit....
Orthopedic ONE Physician to Retire in September 2015
Happy Retirement Dr. Nancy Vaughan. You will be missed! After 17 years of providing excellent medical care, it is with mixed emotions that we announce the retirement of Orthopedic ONE physician, Nancy Vaughan, MD. Dr. Vaughan joined the Ohio Orthopedic Center of Excellence more than 12 years ago and has been a beacon of patient...
Spirit Sprint 5k – Where local high schools win big!
WHEN: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2015 – FESTIVITIES BEGIN AT 8:00 AM – RACE START 9:00 AM WHERE: “HUNTINGTON PARK For the past five years, Orthopedic One has organized and hosted the Spirit Sprint 5k Run/Walk to support athletics and extracurricular activities at central Ohio high schools. The event is a fundraiser, including a challenge component,...
Local HS Soccer Star on the Mend after ACL Injury
Clear Fork High School’s Jordyne Helinski, a two-time, first-team, All-Ohioan, suffered a heartbreaking ACL injury during practice this season. Her operation and recovery is featured in the Mansfield Journal on September 28, 2015. In the article she shares that she “was given more reassurance from Dr. Peter Edwards, of Orthopedic One in Columbus, who successfully...
Orthopedic ONE Welcomes new Sports Medicine Physician, Jeffrey Backes, M.D.
Orthopedic ONE is pleased to announce the addition of Jeffrey Backes, M.D., to Ohio’s largest, physician-owned orthopedic practice. He will begin seeing patients on August 17 at both the Hilliard and Westerville locations. Dr. Backes recently completed his fellowship training in orthopedic sports medicine and shoulder reconstruction at the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas. His...
Orthopedic ONE Announces New Grove City Location
Our new GROVE CITY office has everything we need to care for every part of you! In fact, there isn’t one bone, joint or muscle in your body that we didn’t consider. Opening August 11, 2015! We are pleased to announce our new Grove City office – located in the Mount Carmel Medical Office Building...
4th Annual Soccer Sports Medicine Symposium – CME Event
Saturday, September 26, 2015 – All Day Event Registration is now open for the 4th Annual Soccer Sports Medicine Symposium Jointly presented by: & Orthopedic ONE, in Joint Providership with Ohio Health Continuing Medical Education Present: 4th Annual Soccer Sports Medicine Symposium Course Objectives This course is designed to provide the latest information regarding the...
Dr. James Popp is giving back in a big way to support Columbus Academy’s “The New Quest Campaign”
Dr. James Popp was recently featured in the Columbus Academy newsletter for his family’s generous support of the schools “The New Quest Campaign”. Click here to view the full newsletter. Giving Once With Twice The Impact When we first visited Columbus Academy to explore it as an option for our children Callista and Max, we...
Dr. Milan Herceg announced as Health Care Hero finalist
Dr. Milan Herceg was recently named a finalist in central Ohio’s Health Care Heroes award program, organized by Columbus Business First. This annual program recognizes those who have made an impact on health care in our community through their concern for patients, research and inventions, management skills, innovative programs for employees and service to the...
Surgeon’s Simple Invention Will Help Bring Safety and Efficiency to Extremity Wound Procedures
Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Raymond Wurapa partners with Medline to introduce the Limb Basin Mundelein, Ill., June 12, 2015 – Irrigating a wound is crucial for removing debris and promoting healthy healing. However, the traditional design of basins can create an unstable positioning of the limb, leading to leakage of fluids and an unsafe work environment....
Running – 10 Common Injuries and Prevention Techniques
Running is a great way to keep our bodies in motion and stay fit. It strengthens bones, lowers risk of chronic ailments such as heart disease and diabetes, it increases lung function, burns fat, builds muscles and has even been found to combat depression. These considerable benefits are enough to make anyone want to get...