Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic surgery is surgical treatment for conditions and disorders which involve the bones, joints and their surrounding structures.  As in human medicine, there are now advanced surgical procedures to repair traumatic injuries, correct congenital development and defects, as well as treat for many bone and joint disorders.

Common Conditions Treated and Procedures Performed by Dr. Kern:

*  Patella luxations

*  Elbow dysplasia

*  Osteochondritis Dissecans  (OCD)

*  Fragmented coronoid process of the elbow.

*  Biceps tenden or shoulder instability problems.

*  Hyperextension injuries

*  Internal plating for fracture fixation

*  External skeletal fixation for fracture repair

*  Achilles tendon rupture

*  Joint luxations

*  Circular External fixation for distraction osteogenisis in cases of severe angular limb
    shortening and deformity

*  Angular limb deformity correction

*  Fracture repair using bone plates, linear, and circular external skeletal fixation

*  Tibial Tuberosity Advancement for cranial crucciate ligament damage.

*  Lateral Fabellar Suture Technigue

*  Limb salvage techniques for bone cancer

 

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