I treat patients who have experienced stroke, brain injury, amputation, traumatic injury, spinal cord injury and other nerve and musculoskeletal disorders. I try to work closely with them and assess their lives as a whole. We look at what they want to be able to do, then address any barriers to achieving those goals. I get great satisfaction from treating... Read More about Carlye Reichert, DO

I love helping all my patients be the healthiest they can be and live their best possible lives. It is rewarding to help my patients return to meaningful activities when they have endured a life-changing condition resulting in physical impairment or disability. I also love forming close and trusted relationships with patients by caring for them throughout their recovery journey.... Read More about Amanda Rodriguez, FNP

Being able to help people when they need it most is the best part of my job. Orthopedic care in general focuses on improving people’s quality of life. In trauma, I’m not only treating the orthopedic needs of patients but all aspects of patient care in an unexpected time of their lives. I strive to treat my patients as I... Read More about Erin Hills, BSN, A.P.R.N.

In the orthopedic specialty, we work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to create the most customized treatment plans for each person and then implement them with knowledge and compassion. My goal is to provide the best orthopedic care possible. To achieve this, the patient has to be the top priority. This means being a good listener and taking the... Read More about Stacy Van Sambeek, PA

Specializing in orthopedic trauma care, you have to be ready for anything. I treat people of every age, handle many acute injuries and provide all types of fracture care. To me, the skill and precision it requires to care for something as serious as a broken bone is obviously essential to a positive outcome. It’s not just the surgical aspect... Read More about Joshua Blomberg, MD

My own orthopedic injury is what ignited my passion for orthopedics and drew me to this specialty. I received such high-quality care from my surgeon and nurses and wanted to offer the same to others. It’s rewarding to see patients make progress and get back to the everyday activities they enjoy doing the most. Patients often say that I’m easy... Read More about Katie Ruppenthal, APNP

Building meaningful relationships with patients and their families is the best part of my job. I am honored to help provide and expand access to quality health care in a timely manner. Developing connections with patients in my home community is particularly rewarding, and my privilege. I was specifically drawn to orthopedics to help patients get back to their everyday... Read More about Amanda Ujazdowski, PA

Establishing and maintaining a rapport with my patients is an important part of my practice. I always put my patients’ needs as the top priority and seek the best possible treatment for them. I specialize in musculoskeletal care because I want to help patients heal from bone or joint injuries so that they can return back to their everyday physical... Read More about Guoqing Song, PA

Understanding patients’ injuries is so important, but I feel taking the time to understand their overall physical, social and mental health conditions, as well as their lifestyles, is essential to providing the best care possible. I have always been drawn to this specialty and love treating patients in need of acute care or immediate surgical intervention. It’s a rewarding experience... Read More about Madeline Eggert, PAC

I enjoy working with patients to problem solve, diagnose injuries, offer treatment options and assist with rehabilitation. I find it rewarding to help people lead more productive and happier lives. I strive to keep current with the ever-changing technologies in the field of orthopedics. I have seen the value technology and innovation can add in the areas of patient-reported satisfaction... Read More about Michal Kozanek, M.D., Ph.D.