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Deer River HealthCare Center now Offers Complete Orthopaedic Services

Deer River, MN (November 7, 2005) - Deer River HealthCare Center (DRHC) now offers complete Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Services. J.W. Burnett, M.D., Leo Hise, D.O., and Daniel Baker, M.D., from Grand Rapids-based Northern Pines Orthopaedic Clinic, are available by appointment at DRHC 3 days a week. These orthopaedic surgeons are extensively trained in the diagnosis, non-surgical and surgical treatment of the musculoskeletal system.

"Deer River HealthCare Center is very fortunate to partner with Northern Pines Orthopaedics, experts in Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine," Stated Jeffry Stampohar, CEO, Deer River HealthCare Center. "We have invested tremendous resources in our surgical programs. With the help of our surgeons, state of the art equipment and highly skilled staff, Deer River HealthCare Center is able to deliver comprehensive, high quality orthopaedic care, close to home."

Orthopaedic medicine is a specialty that can benefit patients of every age. From children's joint or bone problems, teenage sports injuries to adults dealing with arthritic or carpal tunnel pain, advances in orthopaedic medicine have enabled doctors to treat patients with minimally invasive techniques, resulting in a shorter hospital stay and recovery time.

Those who are living in musculoskeletal pain might not realize that it is possible to achieve a normal, active lifestyle with proper diagnosis and treatment. The following orthopaedic procedures are now available at Deer River HealthCare Center:
  • Arthroscopy (the surgical examination of joints)
  • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
  • Complete Sports Medicine treatments
  • Children's Bone and Joint Problems
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Bone Fracture Repair
"Our goal is to coordinate the best, most comprehensive patient care possible," Commented Jeffry Temple, CFNP, Northern Pines Orthopaedic Clinic. "The doctors at Northern Pines Orthopaedic Clinic are pleased to be caring for patients in their own communities, allowing them to be close to family."

DRHC is committed to caring for its orthopaedic patients during all aspects of their medical treatment, including preoperative education and postoperative recovery. "The stronger you are before surgery, the more prepared you will be to regain your independence and increase mobility following your procedure," Stated LaNea Johnson, DRHC Occupational Therapist. Because rehabilitation is an essential part of orthopaedic diagnosis and treatment, DRHC¹s Rehabilitation Therapists work closely with their surgical team, gearing therapies to each individual patient.

For more information on DRHC and its new orthopaedic services, visit them on line at www.drhc.org. If you suffer from an orthopaedic problem, please see your doctor for a referral or call Deer River HealthCare Center at 218-246-3085 for an appointment.

Jeffry Temple, Northern Pines Orthopaedic Clinic, gives free presentations on a variety of orthopaedic topics, including arthritis, sports and athletic injuries. If you are interested in scheduling a presentation, call 218-326-6677.

ABOUT DEER RIVER HEALTHCARE CENTER
Deer River HealthCare Center, Inc. (DRHC) is a non-profit community owned and operated comprehensive health care campus. Located in Deer River, Minnesota, with a service area consisting of a 50-mile radius, the staff of 185 health care workers offers area residents a wide range of high-quality health care services - in one convenient location. Deer River HealthCare Center is committed to providing quality, compassionate health care for life.
Deer River HealthCare Center
1002 Comstock Drive • Deer River, MN 56636 • 218-246-2900
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