Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic surgery is surgery used to diagnose, treat, and repair conditions involving the musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, muscles, and joints. Long recognized as one of the best hospitals for orthopedic surgery in Durham, orthopedic surgeons at North Carolina Specialty Hospital use both surgical and nonsurgical procedures to treat conditions such as spine diseases, sports injuries, reconstructive procedures, infections, tumors, diabetic pathologies, and much more.

The orthopedic surgery department at NCSH is staffed by orthopedic specialists from Emerge Ortho, North Carolina’s premier provider of world-class, compassionate, and comprehensive orthopedic care. You can relax knowing that leading orthopedic treatment experts will provide your care right here in the Raleigh-Durham area.

Why Choose North Carolina Specialty Hospital & Orthopedic Specialists?

As a hospital for specialty surgery, NCSH is proud to be recognized both locally and nationally for its patient and surgical care and leading surgical expertise.

Recent awards include:

• The 2024 CareChex by Quantros Patient Safety Award for Major Orthopedic Surgery, recognizing NCSH as one of the top 10% of hospitals in the nation.
• 5-star ratings from CMS for Patient Experience.
• A Designated BlueDistinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement by BlueCross Blue Shield of North Carolina.
• And more.

Additionally, our patients say:

“My care was excellent from beginning to end. I had a knee replaced there a few years ago and a shoulder on Thursday. The nurses and staff are truly angels of mercy. They could not do enough for me and were so, so helpful.” – William W.

“I recently had a hip replacement at NCSH. The people who work there are all FABULOUS. I had a great experience with all of the nurses who cared for me after surgery, and I even had good food!!!” – Leslie B.

Orthopedic Surgery Procedures Offered at NCSH

All of our board- and fellowship-certified orthopedic surgeons pride themselves on taking the best care of our patients in a safe and friendly environment. They ensure optimum treatment for a comprehensive list of conditions using proven surgical techniques and the best surgical approaches known today.

Orthopedic surgery procedures include:

• Joint Replacement: Our approach provides patients with minimally invasive surgery options, faster recovery times, and reduced pain with joint replacement. We offer surgery for:
• Total hip replacement
• Total and partial knee replacement

The latest in surgical surgical advances and techniques are used, including:

• MAKOplasty, a robotic device that helps surgeons make minimally invasive incisions, has greater accuracy and less scarring.

• The Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopaedic System (RIO) for increased precision to target damaged joint areas without compromising healthy bone and tissue.

• Foot and Ankle: Our team of experienced orthopedic surgeons offers advanced care for foot and ankle injuries, diseases, and other conditions. Orthopedic treatment addresses foot and ankle issues such as:
  • Bunions
  • Fractures (closed/open fixation)
  • Ganglion cysts
  • Gout
  • Hammer toes (arthroplasty/arthrodesis)
  • Neuroma
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Tendonitis
  • Ankle fractures
  • Achilles tendon ruptures/disorders
  • Chronic ankle sprains (reconstruction)
• Hand, Wrist, and Elbow: These orthopedic treatments include:
  • Contracture release
  • Damaged nerve repair
  • Joint fusion
  • Joint replacement
  • Mass and ganglion excision
  • Open and closed reduction and fixation of fractures
  • Tendon repair
  • Trigger finger release
  • Carpal tunnel surgery
  • Cubital tunnel release
  • Elbow arthroscopy
  • Fracture fixation: ulna, scaphoid, distal radius, radial head
  • Bicep tendon repair
  • Tennis elbow release
  • Total elbow replacement
  • UCL repair
  • Wrist arthroscopy (diagnostic and operative)
• Spine and Back: Our spine and back experts provide various options for spine surgery using an array of specialized spinal instrumentation and advanced technology for treating cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disorders. Orthopedic treatment for the spine and back includes:
  • Laminotomy/foraminotomy
  • Laminectomy
  • Discectomy
  • Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF)
  • Posterior Thoracic and Lumbar Fusion
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
  • Extreme Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (XLIF)
  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
  • Disc replacement
• Sports Medicine: Sports medicine treatment involves surgical intervention for injuries suffered as an athlete at any level. Orthopedic treatment relating to sports medicine addresses:
  • ACL injuries
  • Clavicle fractures
  • Labral tears of the shoulder and hip
  • Rotator cuff tears
  • Rotator cuff tendonitis
  • Shoulder and hip bursitis
  • Shoulder instability
  • Tennis elbow
  • Ulnar collateral ligament tears (elbow)
  • Meniscus tears
  • Patellar dislocations
  • Patellar tendon ruptures
  • Knee cartilage injuries

With so many advanced orthopedic surgery techniques performed by leading orthopedic experts, Durham residents like you who suffer from musculoskeletal conditions can trust NCSH to help you get back to the activities you love—fast.

When to See an NCSH Orthopedic Specialist

If you have experienced an accident, sports-related trauma, chronic pain, stiffness, reduced range of motion, or pain that interferes with daily activities, consider meeting with one of our orthopedic experts. They will provide the specialty care that primary care physicians may not have the expertise to treat.

Don’t wait to make an appointment with one of our orthopedic surgeons to discuss your condition. Just click on the physician’s photo to set up a visit to our orthopedic specialty hospital, conveniently located in the Raleigh-Durham area.