What procedures do orthopedic surgeons perform?

Orthopedic surgeons often perform the following tests and procedures in their office:X-raysCT scansMRIsmedication injections, such as corticosteroids

What conditions do orthopedic surgeons treat?

Orthopedic surgeons treat a number of conditions related to bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints. The following are examples of some of the more common conditions they can diagnose and treat:bone fracturesligament and tendon injuriesjoint dislocationsarthritisplantar fasciitis (heel pain)tennis elbowcarpal tunnel syndromescoliosis and spine surgerysports injuries

What should I ask an orthopedic surgeon?

Some questions that you may want to ask an orthopedic surgeon during your appointment include:Will I need physical therapy?Are there other nonsurgical treatment options available for my condition?Am I a candidate for surgery? Why or why not?If I do need surgery, how long will recovery take?Will my condition continue to get worse? Are there things I can do to slow the progression?Are there any exercises or activities that I can do, or ones I should avoid?

Find and Book Orthopedic Surgeons Near Me in Lynchburg, VA

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Dr. Kristopher D. Collins, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

Accepting new patients 11 years of experience

1.6 mi 1901 Tate Springs Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Joseph H. Wombwell, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience

2 mi 2401 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-858-5998

Dr. John R. Prahinski, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.8 (1)

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Harry C. Eschenroeder Jr., MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.5 (1)

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Peter A. Caprise Jr., MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.6 (1)

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Michael J. Diminick, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.7 (1)

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Joseph R. Orchowski, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

Accepting new patients 16 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Pramote Malasitt, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

Accepting new patients 11 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Victor Z. Ratajczak, MD

Sports Medicine

5 (1)

Accepting new patients 8 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Omar Y. Elkhamra, MD

Sports Medicine

Accepting new patients 13 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. John W. Barnard Jr., MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.9 (1)

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Ian R. Smithson, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

5 (1)

Accepting new patients 12 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Gautham N. Gondi, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.9 (1)

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Drew E. Kiernan, MD

Hand Surgery

4.4 (1)

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Robert W. Sydnor, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.5

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Brandon T. Bucker, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.9 (1)

Call for new patient details 11 years of experience

2.1 mi 2405 Atherholt Rd Lynchburg VA 24501

Tel 434-485-8500

Dr. Jay E. Hopkins, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

Call for new patient details 15 years of experience

0.1 mi 1016 Main St Lynchburg VA 24504

Tel 434-847-5866

Dr. Terry O. Miller, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

Call for new patient details 16 years of experience

3 mi 3300 Rivermont Ave Lynchburg VA 24503

Tel 434-947-1801

Dr. Benjamin F. Ferry, MD

Sports Medicine

Call for new patient details 5 years of experience

3.8 mi 2321 WARDS RD Lynchburg VA 24502

Tel 434-582-2273

Kelly J. Lumpkin, ATC

Sports Medicine

Call for new patient details 4 years of experience

5.7 mi 306 LIBERTY VIEW LN Lynchburg VA 24502

Tel 423-284-0005

Dr. Michael M. Karch, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.6

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience Offers telehealth

30.2 mi 1 Health Cir Lexington VA 24450

Tel 540-458-3300

Dr. Edward S. Hemphill, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

2.3

Accepting new patients 16 years of experience

30.6 mi 25 Crossing Ln Ste 2 Lexington VA 24450

Tel 540-510-6200

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Dr. Jeremy C. Smalley, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.9 (1)

Accepting new patients 11 years of experience Offers telehealth

37.7 mi 400 Scruggs Rd Moneta VA 24121

Tel 540-210-3544

Dr. Lockett W. Garnett, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.6 (1)

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience

40.9 mi 1509 W 3rd St Ste B Farmville VA 23901

Tel 494-392-1512

Dr. William C. Andrews, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

4.3 (1)

Accepting new patients 15 years of experience Offers telehealth

41.3 mi 800 Oak St Farmville VA 23901

Tel 434-315-5360

Orthopedist Frequently Asked Questions

Medically reviewed by Craig Tifford, MD – Written by Megan Lentz and Megan Severs

What is an orthopedist?

An orthopedic surgeon, or orthopedist, is a physician that diagnoses and treats injuries of the musculoskeletal system. They use both nonsurgical and surgical treatments to manage disorders related to bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

Orthopedic surgeons treat a wide variety of conditions, including:

Orthopedic surgeons often perform the following tests and procedures in their office:

X-rays
CT scans
MRIs
medication injections, such as corticosteroids

Orthopedic surgeons treat a number of conditions related to bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints. The following are examples of some of the more common conditions they can diagnose and treat:

bone fractures
ligament and tendon injuries
joint dislocations
arthritis
plantar fasciitis (heel pain)
tennis elbow
carpal tunnel syndrome
scoliosis and spine surgery
sports injuries

Some questions that you may want to ask an orthopedic surgeon during your appointment include:

Will I need physical therapy?
Are there other nonsurgical treatment options available for my condition?
Am I a candidate for surgery? Why or why not?
If I do need surgery, how long will recovery take?
Will my condition continue to get worse? Are there things I can do to slow the progression?
Are there any exercises or activities that I can do, or ones I should avoid?

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Find and Book Orthopedic Surgeons Near Me in Lynchburg, VA

Dr. Kristopher D. Collins, MD

Dr. Joseph H. Wombwell, MD

Dr. John R. Prahinski, MD

Dr. Harry C. Eschenroeder Jr., MD

Dr. Peter A. Caprise Jr., MD

Dr. Michael J. Diminick, MD

Dr. Joseph R. Orchowski, MD

Dr. Pramote Malasitt, MD

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Dr. Victor Z. Ratajczak, MD

Dr. Omar Y. Elkhamra, MD

Dr. John W. Barnard Jr., MD

Dr. Ian R. Smithson, MD

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Dr. Drew E. Kiernan, MD

Dr. Robert W. Sydnor, MD

Dr. Brandon T. Bucker, MD

Dr. Jay E. Hopkins, MD

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Dr. Terry O. Miller, MD

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Kelly J. Lumpkin, ATC

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Find and Book Orthopedic Surgeons Near Me in Lynchburg, VA

Dr. Kristopher D. Collins, MD

Dr. Joseph H. Wombwell, MD

Dr. John R. Prahinski, MD

Dr. Harry C. Eschenroeder Jr., MD

Dr. Peter A. Caprise Jr., MD

Dr. Michael J. Diminick, MD

Dr. Joseph R. Orchowski, MD

Dr. Pramote Malasitt, MD

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Dr. Victor Z. Ratajczak, MD

Dr. Omar Y. Elkhamra, MD

Dr. John W. Barnard Jr., MD

Dr. Ian R. Smithson, MD

Dr. Gautham N. Gondi, MD

Dr. Drew E. Kiernan, MD

Dr. Robert W. Sydnor, MD

Dr. Brandon T. Bucker, MD

Dr. Jay E. Hopkins, MD

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Dr. Terry O. Miller, MD

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Dr. Benjamin F. Ferry, MD

Why no ratings?

Kelly J. Lumpkin, ATC

Why no ratings?

Dr. Michael M. Karch, MD

Dr. Edward S. Hemphill, MD

Dr. Jeremy C. Smalley, MD

Dr. Lockett W. Garnett, MD

Dr. William C. Andrews, MD

Orthopedist Frequently Asked Questions

What is an orthopedist?

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