Valencia Orthopedic Surgery
Our Approach to Orthopedic Care
At Valencia Orthopedic Surgery, we offer comprehensive orthopedic care to help patients restore mobility, reduce pain and return to the activities they enjoy. Our experienced team provides care for a wide range of orthopedic conditions and injuries, including sports-related injuries, joint conditions and musculoskeletal disorders. We take a personalized approach to treatment, offering both non-surgical and surgical options based on each patient's individual needs.
From the moment you schedule an appointment, our teams work together to coordinate every aspect of your care. We assist with registration and insurance verification, helping create a seamless experience from your first visit forward. Our physicians and clinical staff work collaboratively to provide personalized care, from diagnosis through treatment and recovery.
Conditions We Treat
- Musculoskeletal pain
- Acute and complex fractures
- Arthritis, including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Chronic injuries, including tennis or golfer’s elbow
- Foot and ankle injuries
- Joint pain
- Knee injuries, including ligament and meniscus tears (no labrum in the knee)
- Ligament injuries
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Nerve disorders, including carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve entrapment, and peripheral neuropathy
- Osteoporosis
- Shoulder injuries, such as rotator cuff tears
- Sports-related injuries
- Sprains, strains and dislocations
- Tendon disorders, including tendinitis and tendinosis
- Traumatic injuries, including car accidents and slip-and-fall injuries
Exceptional Bone & Joint Care
Our dedicated physicians deliver comprehensive orthopedic care to the community, including joint replacement and sports medicine.
Our team prioritizes minimally invasive, conservative therapies whenever possible, but is fully equipped to perform surgery when needed for advanced or severe conditions.
We offer joint replacement surgery for the elbow, foot and ankle, hand, knee, shoulder and wrist, including joint revision surgery, partial joint replacement and total joint replacement.
- Ankle Replacement: Total ankle arthroplasty is preferred over fusion for preserving motion in patients with severe ankle arthritis. It replaces the talocrural joint (fibula, tibia and talus) with metal and polyethylene components, maintaining dorsiflexion and plantarflexion.
- Full and Partial Knee Replacement: The most common joint replacement, total knee replacement (arthroplasty) involves replacing damaged surfaces of the femur and tibia, and sometimes the patella, to relieve pain and restore mobility. Partial knee replacement is an option when only one part of the knee is affected.
- Hip Replacement: Total hip arthroplasty replaces both the ball and socket of the hip joint, restoring movement and reducing pain. Implants may be fixed with cement or designed for bone ingrowth, with cement fixation preferred for older patients with weaker bones. We are experts in both posterior and anterior approaches for hip replacement.
- Revision Joint Replacement: Revision joint replacement is performed when a previous implant becomes loose or wears out. Because the procedure is more complex and must account for fragile bone and tissue, it requires a surgeon with specialized training.
- Shoulder Replacement: The shoulder’s mobility makes it prone to instability. Total shoulder arthroplasty replaces the ball-and-socket joint with artificial components to create smoother, less painful motion. Reverse shoulder replacement (rTSA) may be recommended for patients with rotator cuff damage.
Our doctors specialize in advanced hand and wrist care, performing thousands of procedures with a focus on minimally invasive, patient-centered treatment.
- Carpal Tunnel Surgery: Efficient, less-than-30-minute procedure to relieve nerve pressure. Recovery averages three months and the procedure can often be performed in-office.
- Cyst Removal: Surgical excision for large, symptomatic cysts when other treatments have not been effective.
- Fracture Repair: Expertise in surgical alignment and repair of complex hand and wrist fractures, backed by years of emergency hospital experience.
- Joint Replacement & Reconstruction: Comprehensive arthritis management with prosthetic joint solutions designed to relieve pain and improve function.
- Non-surgical Care: Treatment begins with the most conservative, evidence-based approaches, including hand therapy, before considering advanced interventions.
- Trigger Finger Surgery: Fast, office-based procedure performed with local anesthesia. No sedation is required, preparation is minimal, and patients can drive themselves home.
Our fellowship-trained orthopedic specialists provide advanced, personalized elbow care. We prioritize conservative, non-surgical treatments such as rest, ice/heat, medications, bracing, and targeted physical or hand therapy before considering surgery.
When surgery is necessary, we offer:
- Elbow replacement for advanced arthritis or injury to restore movement and relieve pain.
- Minimally invasive procedures, including the Tenex procedure for chronic tendon pain such as tennis or golfer’s elbow, as well as elbow arthroscopy for precise treatment and faster recovery.
- Soft tissue and nerve relief through cubital tunnel release to treat ulnar nerve compression, reducing pain and numbness, often as a same-day outpatient procedure.
- Trauma and fracture repair performed by specialists experienced in complex fracture surgeries, including severe and emergency injury cases.
Our orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons excel at diagnosing and treating complex foot and ankle issues, even when symptoms are traced to the knee, hip, or lower back. Our team prioritizes non-surgical methods such as rest, ice or heat therapy, medication, bracing, injections and physical therapy to relieve pain and improve movement.
- Ankle Replacement: Surgical options for advanced arthritis to restore ankle function.
- Bunion Surgery: Tailored procedures to realign the big toe joint, relieve pain and restore function.
- Cyst/Mass Removal: Excision of ganglions or Morton’s neuromas, addressing soft tissue growths due to wear, tear or arthritis.
- Deformity Correction: Treatment of bunions, claw toe, hammer toe and foot drop using procedures like scarf, akin, lapidus and Weil osteotomies, plus fusion surgeries.
- Flatfoot Reconstruction: Comprehensive procedures to support the foot’s arch and decrease pain, such as calcaneal osteotomy and triple arthrodesis.
- Fracture Repair: Advanced surgical realignment and fixation for foot and ankle fractures, especially complex trauma cases.
- Fusion (Arthrodesis): Fusion of joints to eliminate pain from arthritis by removing damaged cartilage and stabilizing the bones.
- Tendon & Ligament Repair: Restoration of injured tendons and ligaments, including Achilles tendon repair, peroneal tendon procedures and ankle ligament reconstruction.
Our sports medicine specialists provide comprehensive care for athletes and active individuals of all ages. We diagnose, treat and rehabilitate sports-related injuries using advanced diagnostics, personalized treatment plans and minimally invasive techniques whenever possible.
Whether you're a recreational athlete, weekend warrior, competitive athlete or someone looking to return to everyday physical activities, our goal is to help you recover from injury, improve physical function and safely return to the activities you enjoy.
Frequently treated conditions include:
- Achilles tendon injuries
- Ankle injuries
- Fractures and dislocations
- Golfer's elbow
- Knee injuries
- Labral tears
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Shoulder instability
- Sprains and strains
- Tennis elbow
- Torn ligaments and tendons
Expert Care Coordination
Experience seamless care from insurance verification and appointment booking to recovery. Our dedicated team – including board-certified doctors, coordinators, nurses, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners – work together to ensure you receive personalized orthopedic treatment.
Benefit from coordinated physical and hand therapy, at-home resources and modern techniques at accredited facilities. We’re committed to your safety and track outcomes beyond the routine for a healthy recovery. Get back to doing what you love.
Frequently Asked Questions
You should speak with an orthopedic provider if you:
- Are unable to put weight on your joint
- Have decreased mobility
- Have difficulty sitting down, standing up or going up stairs
- Have osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
- Feel joint pain during certain types of weather
- Feel stiff after sleeping or sitting
- Notice discomfort after active sports and hobbies
- Suffer from constant or ongoing joint pain
- Sustained a past bone injury
The right treatment for you will depend on your unique condition and your overall health and lifestyle.
Doctors will typically recommend non-surgical treatments first, such as bracing, injections, medications or physical therapy.
If those haven’t brought you relief, you may be a good candidate for surgery if you’re still experiencing:
- Limited mobility, from arthritis or joint deterioration
- Pain during rest or sleep
- Persistent pain that’s interfering with your daily life
With today’s advancements in surgical techniques and technology, joint replacement is safer and more effective than ever. If joint pain is affecting your quality of life, contact our team about surgical options and next steps.
Sports injuries include concussions, bruises, muscle and ligament tears or strains, nose bleeds, broken bones, dislocated bones and more. These injuries can occur when:
- A person overuses or strains a part of their body
- A person is out of shape
- A person doesn’t wear protective gear
- The body comes into contact with a force it can’t withstand
Not at all. We can treat anyone with injuries or concerns involving their musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, muscles and joints. You may have a sports injury or another problem that’s keeping you from everyday physical activities.
Please bring the following to each appointment:
- Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that you can easily move in (Exercise clothing, such as sweats, T-shirts or shorts are most appropriate)
- Co-payment, if required by your insurance plan
- Your photo ID and insurance cards
Because you’re the primary focus of our care, your active participation is essential to a successful rehabilitation program.
To get the most out of your appointments, we highly recommend you:
- Follow through with any prescribed home exercise programs
- Keep all scheduled appointments and arrive on time
- Report any significant changes in symptoms, medications or function