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Orthopedists - Cullman, AL

We found 6 orthopedists in Cullman, AL.

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Steven B. Fuller, D.O.

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Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

1908 SW Cherokee Avenue, Cullman, AL 35055

Dr. Steven Fuller is an orthopedics/orthopedic surgery specialist in Cullman, AL. He graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (KCUMB), College of Osteopathic Medicine.
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Dr. Phillip R. Kravetz, MD

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Spine Surgery, Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

1300 NE Bridge Creek Drive, Cullman, AL 35055

Dr. Phillip Kravetz works as a spine surgeon and orthopedist in Hurst, TX.

"I am not sure why Dr Kravetz keeps getting low scores from patients. As a surgeon, he is exceptionally skilled, and a miracle worker in my case. I had been suffering from terrible back pain and a slightly less responsive left leg for years, but made due with injections and pills to get me through, as well as exercise. January of 2016 I caught pneumonia after the flu. After a horrible, hard coughing fit, something snapped in my lumbar back, and everything started going down hill much quicker. I thought I could just fight my way through it, but the damage was done. I saw three separate surgeons; one barely looked at me, one didn't like that I was overweight, was very brusque, and brushed me off nearly immediately. Dr Kravetz wasn't rude, or derisive, he was very up-front and honest about what challenges lay ahead, came up with a course of action that took into account the damage, the scope of my symptoms (worsening left leg, the beginnings of bladder and bowel dysfunction, my propensity to scar internally during abdominal surgery , and working around my weight , all while trying to save me from landing in a wheel chair. Dr Kravetz did all those things. I'm still currently on the mend, but here it is nearly Christmas and I am doing so much better than before my surgeries. Don't let the low ratings fool you. He is a great surgeon who is confident in his craft, and he knows he is good. Allow him the time and patience to show you. He truly is gifted, an asset to his craft and practice, The Minimally Invasive Spine Institute, and he can help you no matter how major or minor your spinal surgical needs. "

December 13, 2016
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Robert A. Ward, M.D.

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Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

1300 NE Bridge Creek Drive, Cullman, AL 35055

Dr. Robert Ward is a specialist in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He works in Cullman, AL. Dr. Ward attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine.
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David J. Dueland, MD

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Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

Al Highway 157, Cullman, AL 35058

Dr. David Dueland is a Cullman, AL physician who specializes in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He attended SUNY Upstate Medical University.
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Dr. Connor Andrew Ojard, M.D.

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Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

Al Highway 157, Cullman, AL 35058

Dr. Connor Ojard is a specialist in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He works in Cullman, AL.
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Ben A. Gomez, MD

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Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

Al Highway 157, Cullman, AL 35058

Dr. Ben Gomez is an orthopedics/orthopedic surgery specialist in Cullman, AL. He is a graduate of Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine.

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Dr. Phillip R. Kravetz, MD

“I am not sure why Dr Kravetz keeps getting low scores from patients. As a surgeon, he is exceptionally skilled, and ...”

December 13, 2016

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What is Orthopedic Surgery?

Orthopedic surgeons, sometimes just called orthopedists, are surgical doctors of the musculoskeletal system. They work to keep your body active and in motion by treating problems with your bones, joints, tendons and muscles. The most frequently treated disorder seen by orthopedic surgeons is osteoarthritis, a common 'wear-and-tear' problem where the cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down, causing friction and pain. Orthopedic surgeons might also see patients for bone and joint deformities, amputation, infections of the bone and joint, overuse injuries, or nerve compression.

Orthopedic surgeons can order tests such as blood work and x-rays to get a clearer picture of the issue. Depending on the illness or injury, more than one different form of treatment may be used. Treatment may include:

Surgery, such as fusing bones together to increase stability, or replacing a joint
Medication, such as pain medication or steroids to promote healing
Casts, splints, or orthotics (devices such as braces or shoe inserts to support the body)
Physical therapy, a kind of treatment using exercise, stretching, heat, and massage to heal the body
Exercise, stretching, movement, and use of the affected part

Orthopedic surgeons also work to prevent injuries and slow the progression of disease in their patients. They educate patients on ways to prevent future injuries, and they treat illness in order to prevent further damage to bones or joints that may be affected by disease. The goal of an orthopedic surgeon is to help their patients restore movement and regain an active life.