Arthroscopy
Arthroscopy is a technique that allows the orthopedist to visualize and treat conditions inside joints by using small puncture wounds, special cameras, and special instruments. These techniques can be used for most of the joints of the body. The orthopedists at Boise Orthopedic Clinic provide a wide range of interest and expertise in arthroscopy as indicated below:
James M. Johnston, M.D. Elbow, Shoulder, Knee
John G. Kloss, M.D. Hand, Wrist, Elbow, Shoulder, Knee
Ronald M. Kristensen, M.D. Hip, Knee, Ankle
David M. Lamey, M.D. Hand, Wrist, Elbow, Shoulder
Jeffrey P. Menzner, M.D. Shoulder, Hip, Knee
Robert N. Walker, M.D. Elbow, Shoulder, Knee
Darby Webb, M.D. Shoulder, Knee
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Bone Tumors and Oncology
Orthopedists who specialize in bone tumors and oncology deal with abnormal growths, tumors, neoplasms, and cancers of the musculoskeletal system. They work closely with other physicians to diagnose and provide care and treatment that removes abnormal tissue while maximizing the preservation of the form and function of your bones, joints, and muscles.
Jeffrey P. Menzner, M.D.
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Foot and Ankle
The foot and ankle provides the platform for human locomotion. Orthopedists who specialize in this area deal with surgical and non-surgical conditions such as arthritis of the foot and ankle, bunions, hammer toes, plantar fasciitis, joint replacements, sprains, and tendon reconstructions.
Ronald M. Kristensen, M.D. Benjamin Kerns, P.A
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Hand and Upper Extremity, Microsurgery
Orthopedists who specialize in problems of the hand and upper extremity provide additional expertise in a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions related to the upper extremity. This includes the treatment of acute traumatic injuries of tendons, nerves, arteries, muscles and bones, the treatment of acquired conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, deQuervain’s, Dupuytren’s, and tendonitis, and the repair or replacement of damaged joints of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder.
Joint Replacement and Reconstruction
Orthopedists who specialize in joint replacement and reconstruction use surgical and non-surgical techniques to relieve pain, restore motion, and preserve the function of your joints. The outcome should be that you may continue with desired vocational and avocational activities. Because there are so many joints in the body different orthopedists at Boise Orthopedic Clinic provide differing expertise as indicated in the list below.
John G. Kloss, M.D. Hand, Wrist, Elbow, Shoulder, Knee
Ronald M. Kristensen, M.D. Hip, Knee, Ankle
David M. Lamey, M.D. Hand, Wrist, Elbow, Shoulder
Jeffry P. Menzner, M.D. Hip, Knee
Darby Webb, M.D. Hip, Knee
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Orthopedic Trauma
Every day, people become injured due to accidents and events at home, at work, or while traveling or at play. These injuries are treated by orthopedists with special interest or expertise in trauma. The orthopedists at Boise Orthopedic Clinic who are currently on the Orthopedic Trauma Call schedule or the Hand Call schedule are the following:
Lumbar, Thoracic, and Cervical Spine
Orthopedists who specialize in problems of the spine deal with surgical and non-surgical problems of the axial skeleton from the base of the skull to the tailbone. This expertise includes the evaluation and treatment of herniated discs, pinched nerves, arthritic conditions, and deformities of the back.
Sports Medicine
Orthopedists who specialize in sports medicine deal with the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions that arise primarily from sports related activities. This expertise includes not only the surgical and non-surgical treatment of sports related problems but also expertise with respect to conditioning, strengthening, injury prevention, and training for all skill levels of sports, from entry level amateurs to elite professionals.
