I wanted to take a moment to highlight a patient's recovery and share their outcome. Sean is a patient of mine from Georgia who had a Ream and Run Hemi-Arthroplasty just over a year ago now. He's doing fantastic, but I wanted you to hear it directly from him. Take a listen...
Ream and Run Hemi-Arthroplasty is a great option for those patients seeking to maintain a very high level of function either through work, sport, recreation, or exercise.
Traveling for surgery is more common than you think, and seeing someone who does a high volume of replacements and has experience in a specfic procedure is of benefit when weighing a successful outcome. If you think you're a candidate for Ream and Run Hemi-Arthroplasty, or wish to be consulted further please contact my office at Atlantic Orthopaedic Specialists in Virginia Beach, Virginia and Chesapeake, Virginia.
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Brad Carofino, MDDr. Brad Carofino is a board-certified (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery), fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder & upper extremity surgery. Dr. Carofino is an expert in shoulder replacement surgery, minimally invasive arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, and complex reconstructive procedures of the upper extremity.
The Ream and Run Shoulder Arthroplasty is an innovative approach to restore function and improve quality of life for young and active patients with shoulder arthritis.
I have patients who travel from all over the country for shoulder replacements, specifically the ream and run hemiarthroplasty. Joe is a great example of a patient who had a successful outcome and is sharing his recovery story.
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