Orthopaedics

Each year, our orthopaedic specialists perform thousands of procedures to restore movement, relieve pain, and transform lives. We take a whole-person approach to care and use the latest research and techniques to help you do what once seemed impossible.

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Your path to recovery: personalized orthopaedic care for pain relief and movement restoration

We understand that you want to get back to doing the things you love as soon as possible. Whether your pain is from an injury, overuse, or arthritis, we take a whole-person approach to provide you with an accurate diagnosis and personalized care plan designed to help you achieve whatever “full recovery” means for you.

We offer multiple non-surgical and surgical treatment options for every stage of your care and have access to the latest techniques, technology, research, and clinical trials available, which many of our doctors are actively involved in. If surgery is right for you, you’ll receive comprehensive education and rehabilitation plans, along with an advanced pain protocol that is clinically proven to improve movement and reduce pain after surgery while minimizing the risk of opioid dependence.

Where is your pain?

Elbow pain

Our experts address a wide range of injuries and functional issues affecting the elbow.

Foot and ankle pain

Our expert specialists use the latest techniques to manage foot and ankle pain and improve mobility.

Hand and wrist pain

Orthopaedic and plastic surgeons provides complete care for hand and wrist pain.

Hip pain

We offer advanced nonsurgical and surgical solutions to bring pain relief and restore function to hips.

Knee pain

We have the technology and expertise to evaluate and treat a full range of knee issues, from minor to complex.

Shoulder pain

Advanced, patient-centered shoulder repair, rehabilitation, and pain relief.

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Spine care

We address your back and neck pain by offering timely, accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.

Clinical trials

Clinical trials offer patients the opportunity to try new and effective treatments and take part in future research.

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Second opinions

If you've received a diagnosis, our team of experts offers second opinions to grant you peace of mind.

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Specialties and treatments

Joint replacement

Our innovative, collaborative care is the best approach for those seeking a joint replacement.

Sports medicine

We provide comprehensive nonsurgical and surgical sports medicine care for people of all ages and abilities.

Trauma and fracture care

We treat all musculoskeletal fractures, traumatic injuries, and related complications.

Orthopaedic oncology

Specialized care for cancerous and noncancerous bone and soft tissue growths and related conditions.

Peripheral nerve care

We diagnose and treat more than 100 peripheral nerve disorders to help you get back to living life more fully.

Cartilage Center

We offer cartilage repair and osteochondritis dissecans treatment based on our latest research.

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Official Orthopaedic Partner

Penn Orthopaedics is proud to be the official orthopaedic partner of the Philadelphia Flyers, the Philadelphia 76ers, the Philadelphia Union, and the US Squash National Team.

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Elite orthopaedic care for professional athletes and active people at every level

We’re proud that top teams entrust us with their athletes’ health, and we provide that same advanced, attentive sports medicine care to our most valuable players: patients of all athletic abilities across the region who want to stay healthy and up their game.

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Our doctors

Our providers work with you to plan and deliver exceptional treatment and personalized care.

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Locations

Our hospitals, multispecialty medical centers, pharmacies, labs and more offer outstanding, personalized care for patients all across the region.

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Patient stories

Preschool teacher's journey to pain-free living

A preschool teacher in her forties is back to moving pain-free with knee and hip replacements.

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Same-day discharge can speed up joint replacement healing

Penn Medicine’s Same-Day Discharge Program allows appropriate hip and knee replacement patients to safely recover at home.

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From a bone-on-bone jaw to living the life she planned

Penn Medicine’s expert team helped Kristina navigate a complex diagnosis and nickel allergy to alleviate her jaw pain and improve her bite.

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Finding relief from decades of jaw pain

Marie experienced intense pain due to an inherited condition and injuries. Penn Medicine’s TMJ program helped her find relief.

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How pickleball (and Penn Medicine) saved one patient’s life

With teamwork and determination, specialists at Penn Medicine solved Ronnie Recchia’s life-threatening medical mystery and got him back in the game.

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The road to recovery begins at home

Penn Medicine’s SNF at Home pilot program offers a seamless transition from the hospital to home with extra support to recover in familiar surroundings.

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