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Orthopedics

Don’t let joint pain hold you back from living your life! Alta Vista Regional Hospital offers orthopedic services including prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for injuries and disorders of the skeletal system including bones, joints, tendons, muscles, ligaments and nerves. Relieving your pain is our priority.

Las Vegas resident Antonia Garduno thought joint pain was a part of aging. On long car rides or after sitting for a while, her right hip hurt, and her leg felt tired. The pain made walking difficult. Then, she met with orthopedic surgeon Mital Patel, MD. Read her story here.

Retirement is anything but slow-paced for Barbara Atencio. She helps her husband on their cattle ranch and stays active with their seven grandchildren. However, an accident after feeding the cows threw her life for a loop. Thanks to orthopedic surgeon Tania Pence, DO, her broken kneecap didn’t keep her down for long. Read her story here.

Arthroscopic Surgery

Arthroscopic Surgery

Joint pain can really hurt, especially when it keeps you from what you need or love to do. At , we may be able to help you get back on track. That includes minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery to treat a variety of hip, knee and shoulder…

Joint Replacement

Joint Replacement

Considering joint replacement surgery? We know it may seem overwhelming. That’s why at , the orthopedic care team makes the joint replacement journey a little easier. The skilled orthopedic team will see you through every phase of care, from…

Anterior Hip Replacement

Anterior Hip Replacement

In addition to performing traditional orthopedic procedures, the orthopedic surgeons at use minimally invasive techniques, which often allow for better precision, with less incision. That includes the direct anterior approach to hip…

Knee Replacement

Knee Replacement

Your knee is the largest joint in your body, which makes it vulnerable to injury and other problems. Sports, exercise, and general wear and tear can cause muscle strains, tendinitis, and more serious injuries. When medications and other treatments can’t keep your knee…

Partial Knee Replacement

Partial Knee Replacement

Partial knee replacement is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that resurfaces the worn, arthritic surfaces of the knee joint with metal and plastic components. Over time, the cartilage covering the ends of the femur (thighbone) and tibia (shinbone) can wear away…

Shoulder Joint Replacement

Shoulder Joint Replacement

Many people know someone with an artificial knee or hip joint. Shoulder replacement is less common, but this surgery has come to be used for many other painful conditions of the shoulder. These include: Osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease) Rheumatoid arthritis…

Total Hip Replacement

Total Hip Replacement

Whether you have just begun exploring treatment options or have already decided with your orthopedic surgeon to undergo hip replacement surgery, this information will help you understand the benefits and limitations of this orthopedic treatment. You will learn… How a…

Knee Ligament Repair

Knee Ligament Repair

Your knee is the largest joint in your body, which also makes it vulnerable to injury or other problems. Sports, exercise and general wear and tear can cause muscle strains, tendinitis and more serious injuries—including ligament tears. With proper treatment, this can…

Nerve Decompression Surgery

Nerve Decompression Surgery

Nerve disorders like carpal or cubital tunnel syndrome may start with mild discomfort, but over time, can interfere with both your life and work. And, while treatments like medication may help, sometimes surgery is your best solution for long-term relief. At [sc…

Rotator Cuff Repair

Rotator Cuff Repair

The shoulder has the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body, but that very flexibility makes it prone to injury and wear. Many problems are caused by repeated overhead motions for a long period of time. Athletes and do-it-yourselfers are especially…