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Orthopedic care

Orthopedists are doctors who take care of the entire musculoskeletal system. They diagnose and treat conditions such as sprains, strains, broken bones, arthritis and osteoporosis. Some of the treatments they offer include recommending lifestyle changes, applying casts and performing surgeries, such as ligament repairs or total joint replacements.

Orthopedists in St. Petersburg

We provide comprehensive orthopedic care to help relieve your bone and joint pain.

At HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital, our orthopedic surgeons specialize in advanced treatment options, including minimally invasive joint replacement surgery. We also offer a coordinated rehabilitation program to help you heal and recover from surgery.

Expert advice, available 24/7

Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.

Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.

Our orthopedic services

We offer screenings, evaluations and a range of nonsurgical and surgical treatments.

Types of orthopedic treatments we offer

Some of the most common nonsurgical and surgical treatments we offer include:

  • Adult reconstructive surgery
  • Ankle replacement
  • Foot surgery
  • Hand and upper extremity surgery, including shoulder surgery
  • Hip replacement
  • Joint pain treatment
  • Joint replacement surgery
  • Knee replacement
  • Outpatient arthritis services
  • Outpatient orthopedic services
  • Spine surgery
  • Sports injury treatment

Joint care

Joint pain is often due to cartilage damage caused by injury, wear and tear or arthritis in the joint. Cartilage damage impacts the joint's functionality and causes pain. Some joint pain can be treated with conservative methods; however, when these methods are ineffective, we may recommend surgery.

Joint replacement surgery

The goal of joint replacement surgery is to help relieve your pain and work toward resuming your daily activities. The majority of hip and knee replacements last 15 years or longer. These surgeries can also help correct deformities and prevent further joint damage.

If you are experiencing hip or knee pain, our goal is to pursue the least invasive path to treating your symptoms. Some potential benefits of minimally invasive joint replacement include:

  • Faster recovery
  • Less trauma to the body
  • Shorter stay in the hospital
Total hip replacement

In a total hip replacement, the head of the thigh bone is replaced with an artificial ball and stem made of strong metal or ceramic. The artificial socket is made of polyethylene or metal backed with a plastic liner. The artificial joint may be cemented in position or held securely in the bone without cement.

Total knee replacement

During a total knee replacement, our knee specialists replace a diseased knee joint with an artificial joint. The artificial joint is often anchored into place with bone cement. In other instances, the artificial joint is covered with material that allows bone tissue to grow into it.

Orthopedic rehabilitation

After you undergo orthopedic surgery, we offer a physical rehabilitation program. Our goal is to help you work toward regaining mobility and returning to an active lifestyle. To do this, we provide personalized treatment plans and educational resources. We also encourage your family and friends to join the recovery process.

Prepare for joint replacement surgery

If you are having joint replacement surgery, this video will explain some of the most important aspects about the preoperative care, operating room and recovery experience.

Looking for a Location?

We also offer quality care at these other locations in our extended network.

Our Orthopedic care Locations

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St. Petersburg Hospital
6500 38th Ave N
St Petersburg, FL 33710
(727) 384 - 1414

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St. Petersburg Hospital
6500 38th Ave N
St Petersburg, FL 33710
(727) 384 - 1414
Northside Hospital
6000 49th St N
St Petersburg, FL 33709
(727) 521 - 4411

2.0 miles

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