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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...
Orthopedic ONE physicians named to both Top Doctors and Best Doctors® lists 2019
Congratulations to our Orthopedic ONE physicians named to the peer physician selected, Best Doctors® list, featured in Columbus Business First, and America’s Top Doctors® list, featured in Columbus Monthly magazine. As a physician owned practice, we care for our patients the way we want our own families cared for. We’re proud to be recognized as...
Warm Up Properly and Decrease Your Risk of Injury with FIFA 11+!
Orthopedic ONE’s Sports Medicine physicians, athletic trainers and physical therapists recommend the FIFA 11+ warm-up and strength program. As a leading injury prevention program, FIFA 11+ has been proven to decrease soft tissue injuries by as much as 70%! To learn more about our Sports Medicine specialty and for a list of our Sports Medicine physicians,...
We’re more than physicians…get to know Dr. Marlo Van Steyn
At Orthopedic ONE, we’re more than physicians. Like you, we are spouses, parents, runners, golfers, sports fans and much, much more. Get to know central Ohio’s most trusted team of orthopedic experts. Meet Dr. Marlo Van Steyn. Fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeon. Wife. Avid Reader. And Puzzle Enthusiast. Find Dr. Van Steyn at our...
We’re more than physicians…get to know Dr. Brandon Thompson
At Orthopedic ONE, we’re more than physicians. Like you, we are dads, runners, golfers, sports fans and much, much more. Get to know central Ohio’s most trusted team of orthopedic experts. Meet Dr. Brandon Thompson. Fellowship-trained physical medicine and rehabilitation physician. Outdoorsman. And Dad of 4. You can find Dr. Thompson at our Gahanna/Reynoldsburg location.
Spirit Sprint 5k Featured on Mix 107.9 Workout Wednesday
Did you catch Mix 107.9’s Workout Wednesday segment this morning? We had a great time chatting with our friend and longtime Spirit Sprint MC, Andre Styles about this year’s event, taking place on Sunday, October 6th at COSI and Genoa Park. Listen to the full segment here!
Job Fair Event at Orthopedic ONE
Are you the missing piece in our hiring puzzle? Register today for Orthopedic One’s onsite career fair taking place on Wednesday, October 2nd from 4 PM to 7 PM at 170 Taylor Station Road in our 2nd Floor office! We are looking to add talented associates with a passion for patient care in positions such as...
Orthopedic ONE Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician, Dr. Alexandra Paraskos, to Give Community Talk in Dublin
Orthopedic ONE along with community partner, Dublin Retirement Village, will be hosting a free educational seminar on back pain and treatment options featuring Orthopedic ONE physician, Alexandra M. Paraskos, M.D. The event will take place on Monday, October 14th at Dublin Retirement Village. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Call 614-764-2800 to reserve your spot today! Dr....
Dr. Craig Dimitris named Outstanding Physician
Congratulations to our own Dr. Craig Dimitris who was honored yesterday as Mount Carmel Grove City’s Outstanding Physician during the health system’s 15th annual Excellence in Nursing Awards ceremony.
Beat the Heat and Cool Your Core
Learn tips and tricks to beat the heat as you stay active this summer and how to cool your core should you begin experiencing signs of heat illness.
Drink Up:The Importance of Staying Hydrated During Activity and How to Hydrate Properly
Maintaining proper levels of hydration is important for people of all activity levels! Avoiding dehydration ensures the sustained performance of vital bodily functions, such as temperature control, nutrient transportation and muscle/joint function during exercise, as well as keeping vital organs, like the heart and kidneys from being over worked during especially active periods. Check out...
Four new physicians will join Orthopedic ONE in summer 2019 – all with roots in Ohio
Orthopedic ONE is pleased to announce four new physicians will be joining its roster of nearly 60 of central Ohio’s top orthopedic and physical medicine specialists. All will begin seeing patients in August or September at locations across the group’s sprawling central Ohio footprint. “As the largest physician-owned orthopedic group in the region, we are...
Heat Illness:Signs, Symptoms and Treatment
With the high temperatures and increased humidity of summer still in full swing, now is the perfect time to familiarize yourself with the various types of heat illnesses, review the symptoms to watch for and learn how to treat a person suspected of having a heat illness. Any time you initiate physical activity, it is important to do so...
Toe Yoga
The foot and ankle play a vital role in absorbing the weight of our bodies and providing the ability to walk, run and jump. Try these Toe Yoga exercises to strengthen these muscles that help keep you active!
Beware of the Bite!
While summer brings warm weather and the opportunity to participate in lots of fun outdoor activities, not coincidentally, it is also the time of year when bug bites and bee stings increase. Check out the tips below to learn more about these pesky issues, as well as treatment and prevention options: Mosquito Bites Fun fact:...
Avoid the Burn!
While summer presents us with an array of opportunities to participate in outdoor activities, it is also a time when burn incidences are on the rise. From a classic summer sunburn to a burn that is the result of trying to cook a burger to perfection over the grill. Or a burn from roasting marshmallows...
Firework Safety Tips
The Fourth of July is a time for food, friends and family, and of course fireworks! Planning on setting off your own sparklers this year? Check out the following tips to ensure that you do so safely! For more firework safety suggestions, check out this article and corresponding video from the US Consumer Product Safety...
Best Foot Forward
Our feet are more than just those weird looking and sometimes stinky parts of the body that we use to walk, run and jump. In fact, our feet provide balance, stability, and give our bodies the ability to absorb force from the ground with each step. This spans all the way from simply going up...
Dr. John McGrail Announces Retirement
A Letter from John McGrail, M.D. It is with mixed emotions that I officially announce my retirement from active patient care as of June 14, 2019. Orthopedic Medicine has been one of my life’s greatest devotions, and my passion for the practice of medicine is unchanged from my very first day as an orthopedic resident. It...
Setting SMART Goals
When it comes to making healthy lifestyle changes and goal setting, many people know what they could be doing better, but they aren’t sure how to get started to achieve their goals. Oftentimes people will try to make too many changes at once or do too much, too soon, which can cause burnout and frequent...
Dynamic Rehab of the Shoulder Stabilizers
The musculature of the shoulder is the primary source of stability in and around the shoulder, and is key in keeping the humeral head in the socket. The four muscles that are most active as stabilizers of the shoulder joint are commonly grouped together and collectively known as the rotator cuff. These muscles are as...
Pre-Golf Warm-Up Tips
With some of the world’s top golfers headed to central Ohio for the Memorial Tournament this weekend and with the longer days and warmer weather drawing golfers of all abilities to the links, it’s important to stress that performing a proper warm-up before arriving at the course is important to ensure that you are able...
Governor appoints Jonathan Feibel, MD, to State Medical Board of Ohio
Orthopedic ONE surgeon and partner, Dr. Jonathan B. Feibel, was recently appointed by Governor Mike DeWine to serve a 5-year term on the State Medical Board of Ohio. The board is comprised of twelve members who serve to protect and enhance the health and safety of the public through effective medical regulation. The agency’s goals...
The Female Athlete Triad
Like so many other things in life, one aspect of our health can oftentimes influence another. The Female Athlete Triad refers to three health problems that are linked to one another: energy deficiency, menstrual disturbances and bone loss or osteoporosis. If an athlete’s body is lacking in one aspect of the Triad, then she is...
Benefits Of Agility Ladder Training
Looking for a way to mix up your workouts? Why not give the agility ladder a try? These fast-paced drills get your heart pumping and torch plenty of calories. Beyond that, they’re also the perfect form of cross-training for virtually any other workout you’re currently doing. Why? They improve three key fitness factors—speed, agility and...
Dr. Joel Politi Talks Horse Racing with 97.1 The Fan’s Carpenter and Rothman
Our physicians are often asked to provide expert comment to media sources when it comes to orthopedics and sports medicine, but this week we had an expert of a different kind. Check out the clip of Dr. Joel Politi talking all things Kentucky Derby with 97.1 The Fan’s Carpenter and Rothman. Listen Here. PS. Congrats...
It’s Not Just in Your Head
This May marks Mental Health America’s 70th year celebrating Mental Health Month! Mental health may seem like an out of place topic for a sports medicine blog, however, mental health awareness is a trending topic in the amateur and professional sports communities alike. In fact, researchers at both Drexel University and Kean University, have found...
Nutrition for the Active Individual: You Get Out What You Put In
Nutrition is an important aspect of healthy living that even those who consider themselves to be active, can tend to overlook. There is a false belief that logging enough hours of physical activity is the main factor in getting to and maintaining a healthy weight. Worse, some are under the impression that consistent exercise serves...
Severe Weather Safety
Spring has sprung, and with it, comes the likelihood that some days will be filled with more April showers than May flowers. In some cases, those spring showers can develop into thunderstorms, which can do more than put a damper on your outdoor plans and sporting events. Check out the following tips to stay safe...
Growing Pains: Detecting and Overcoming Sever’s Disease
Typically occurring during the growth spurts of early puberty, this condition is most commonly seen in girls ages 8-13 and boys ages 10-15. During this time, the heel bone sometimes grows faster than the leg muscles and tendons, causing them to become tight and overstretched. This makes the heel less flexible and puts pressure on...
We’re more than physicians.
No paid actors, no scripted lines. Our new brand commercial features our own physicians…in their own words. We’re more than physicians. Like you, we are dads, runners, golfers, sports fans and much, much more. Trust our team to put our experience, expertise and understanding to work for you. At Orthopedic ONE, what means the most...