When you suffer an injury to the knee, shoulder or elbow, getting the right treatment is very important. Look for an orthopedic doctor in Pottsville, PA or Schuylkill County with a proven track record who can provide the best treatment for a quick recovery and improved quality of life.

Orthopedic Doctor in Pottsville PADr. Stephen R. Soffer is known as a regional leader in comprehensive orthopedic services.  His vast expertise has earned him inclusion as one of Castle Connolly’s America’s Top Doctors® in Orthopedic Surgery and one of U.S. News & World Report’s Top Doctors for the last five years.

He is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who was fellowship trained by the world-renowned sports surgeon, Dr. James Andrews. Dr. Soffer is a leading expert in open and arthroscopic treatment of the knee, shoulder, elbow and ankle, and specializes in treating many sports-related injuries. He also performs artificial joint replacement for arthritis of the knee, shoulder and hip.

Whether it’s returning an athlete to competition after a sports injury or relieving a grandmother’s arthritis pain, Dr. Soffer provides cutting-edge, state-of-the-art orthopedic care to all patients, no matter their roles in life.

What is an Orthopedic Surgeon? 

An orthopedic surgeon is a medical doctor who has completed 4 years of medical school, 5 years of orthopedic residency, and 1 or 2 years of subspecialty training during a fellowship, such as a sports medicine specialty. Orthopedic surgeons operate on the musculoskeletal system (bones, cartilage, muscles, and tendons) to restore mobility after traumatic injury and other conditions, such as osteoarthritis.

Should You See an Orthopedic Doctor? 

Patients receive the best care when treated by someone who is an expert in the field, a doctor who regularly sees, examines, and operates on patients with similar problems. Consulting with a specialist who deals only in the diseases, injuries and conditions of the musculoskeletal system can be very beneficial.

Any time you have a suspected traumatic or repetitive motion injury to a bone, joint, tendon or nerve, are experiencing chronic joint or bone pain, or have arthritis, an orthopedic doctor can play a critical role in your treatment.

Dr. Soffer’s specialties include:

  • » » Sports injuries and sports trauma
  • » » Non-surgical musculoskeletal care
  • » » Impingement and rotator cuff tears
  • » » Bicep tears at the elbow and shoulder
  • » » Shoulder instability and labral tears
  • » » Shoulder replacement and reconstruction
  • » » Reverse shoulder replacement
  • » » Arthroscopic elbow surgery
  • » » Surgical carpal tunnel release
  • » » Surgical trigger finger release
  • » » Arthroscopic ACL and PCL repair and reconstruction
  • » » Arthroscopic meniscus repair
  • » » Arthroscopic cartilage repair and replacement
  • » » Partial and total knee replacement
  • » » Hip replacement and reconstruction
  • » » Foot and ankle surgery
  • » » Fracture care and rehabilitation
  • » » Minimally invasive surgery

 

Orthopedic surgeons like Dr. Soffer perform arthroscopic procedures that allow them to see, diagnose and repair problems inside of joints, such as the shoulder or knee, with a tube-like instrument called an arthroscope.

Arthroscopic surgery can be beneficial in the diagnosis and treatment of many types of arthritis as well as for cartilage tears, tendon and ligament strains and tears, and other types of injuries. The surgeon uses tiny incisions to perform the procedure, resulting in less pain for patients and a shorter recovery time.

If you live or work in Pottsville, PA, or elsewhere in Schuylkill County, and need an orthopedic doctor or simply want to explore your treatment options, consider making an appointment with Dr. Stephen R. Soffer. He will have you on your feet and back in the game as soon as possible.


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