Orthopedic Care in Pinellas County

You want to understand your pain, to have an idea of what’s happened, what might come next, and most importantly, how to find relief. Using advanced X-ray technology, bone scans, or ultrasounds, the orthopedic specialists at AdventHealth North Pinellas, formerly Florida Hospital North Pinellas, identify the source of your discomfort. And once we understand the root of your pain, we’ll move quickly to make it go away. The screenings and tests we may use to diagnose the source of your pain include:

• Bone Scans and Bone Density Scans
• CT Scans
• MRIs
• Ultrasounds
• X-Rays

We work to uncover your orthopedic pain or injury, no matter where it is. We help diagnose and treat a range of issues, including:

• Foot and Ankle Conditions – these can include heel pain, biomechanical problems, sports injuries, traumas, fractures, sprains, bunions, and more
• Hand and Wrist Issues – these include carpal tunnel, arthritis, tendonitis, sprains, and more
• Joint Pain
• Knee and Hip Issues
• Neck and Back Pain
• Repetitive Motion Injuries
• Shoulder and Elbow Problems – these include ACL and MCL injuries, rotator cuff issues, ligament and tendon injuries, and labral pain

You want to feel strong again. You want to move through your day without wincing in pain. We hear you. And we're here to help. At AdventHealth North Pinellas in west Florida, we specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and care for musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. Our expert Orthopedic Care team specializes in providing treatments for a range of injuries and conditions, including the following:

• ACL and MCL Reconstruction
• Arthroscopic Rotator-Cuff Repair
• Foot and Ankle Care
• Hand and Wrist Care
• Hip Replacement Surgery
• Hip Resurfacing
• Joint Replacement
• Knee Replacement Surgery
• Labral Repair
• Ligament and Tendon Injuries
• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
• Sports Medicine Services
• Spinal Fusion
• Spinal Disc Replacement
• Spinal Decompression
• SI Joint Fusion for Spine

Our experienced orthopedic specialists take a comprehensive approach that puts an emphasis on minimally invasive care. Our joint replacement procedures are highly advanced and often minimally invasive, meaning you can recover faster. These include shoulder, hip, knees, and elbow joint replacement surgeries. You can look forward to pain-free days ahead. Freedom of movement is possible. Let our supportive whole-person care be a stepping stone to restoring your strength, inside and out.

AdventHealth North Pinellas is participating in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement (CJR) program. The program is a new payment model being tested for episodes of care related to total knee and total hip replacements under Medicare, with the goal of supporting better and more efficient care coordination for patients undergoing the most common inpatient surgeries.

The Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement model continues to pay providers under existing payment systems, but holds hospitals responsible for the quality and costs from the initial procedure through 90 days after the patient is discharged. Through the CJR program, CMS expects improved coordination of care among hospitals, physicians and post-acute care providers – from surgery to recovery –to benefit patients and result in better outcomes and fewer complications.

We want to make you feel strong — not just in your body, but in your confidence and your mind. That's why we offer a range of educational classes and support groups to help you feel secure in your care and supported with resources. Some of our classes include:

• Ask the Ortho's
• Fall Prevention Classes
• Living with Hip and Knee Pain
• Treatment Option Seminars

You can find a full list of our upcoming events and support group meetings Here.

Your hip and knees are in good hands here. Our skilled orthopedic surgeons use the latest robotic system, Mako™ robotic arm-assisted technology, to help you feel better faster.

By using advanced robotic technology for your hip or knee replacement, we can greatly reduce your pain, scarring, and recovery time, as compared to traditional joint replacement surgery.

Some benefits of robotic technology for knee surgery include:

• More precise resurfacing of only the arthritic portion of the knee
• Preservation of healthy knee tissue and bone
• Facilitation of optimal implant positioning to result in a more natural-feeling knee following surgery
• Quicker recovery and a shorter hospital stay compared to traditional total knee replacement surgery

Some benefits of robotic technology for total hip replacement include:

• Accurate placement of your hip implant using the surgeon-controlled robotic arm system, which can reduce the likelihood of hip dislocation
• More consistency in leg length, potentially decreasing the need for a shoe lift
• Decreased risk of the implant and bone abnormally rubbing together, which may improve the lifetime of the implant

We understand there’s a lot to consider when beginning treatment, but our physicians are here to talk you through the options and help determine if any of these procedures are right for you.

Advanced Orthopedic Care With Mako® Technology

Knee and hip pain can make even the most basic activities feel like a chore. If debilitating joint conditions are ruining your family vacations or putting a stop to the hikes you used to enjoy with friends, you may be considering joint replacement surgery. Traditionally, surgery meant a long recovery period and a number of risks, even when performed by the most skilled physicians. But today, surgery doesn’t have to be so scary.

Our orthopedic surgeons are always pioneering new techniques that allow for a less-invasive experience and shorter recovery time. With Mako® Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery, you can experience treatment that relieves your joint pain while significantly reducing the risks and recovery times associated with traditional open surgery.

To find out if Mako® Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery is the best option for you, call our Orthopedic Nurse Navigator, Laura, at Call727-942-5074.

What Is Robotic-Assisted Surgery?

You’re always looking for the best care. We’re always seeking ways to deliver it. Our orthopedic surgeons are constantly innovating to find the safest, most successful treatment plans. Robotic-arm assisted surgery allows your surgeon to remove only the diseased bone from your knee or hip, which means your healthy tissues are preserved. The robotic arm guides the surgeon to position your implant, providing extra precision and efficiency.

Robotic-arm assisted surgery also gives your surgeon the ability to plan your procedure ahead of time through a specific 3D model of your hip or knee.

The Benefits of Mako® Technology

Mako® technology offers you the prospect of less hospital time and fewer complications than traditional surgery options. With the assistance of this robotic technology, our skilled surgeons can complete procedures with greater precision and via very small incisions, meaning a safer experience with fewer scars and a faster recovery. Many people are able to walk just a few hours after treatment, and most are out of the hospital in one to three days. Other benefits include:

• Better Precision From Robotic Assistance
• Fewer Complications
• Higher Success Rates
• Potential for Faster Recoveries
• Restructuring or Replacement of Joints Promotes Enhanced Stability
• Surrounding Tissues and Bones Are Left Untouched and Healthy
• Smaller Incisions for Fewer Scars

You can’t wait to get back to your life. A higher rate of surgical precision means you can enjoy your newfound freedom sooner.