Meet Dr. Matthew Nies
Matthew Nies, M.D., is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hip and knee joint replacements for patients with hip and knee arthritis. Originally from Michigan, Dr. Nies worked as a nursing assistant at...
Spine Surgeon Performs Summit Orthopedics’ First Robot-Assisted Surgery
Spine surgeon Edward Santos, M.D., recently became the first Summit Orthopedics physician to perform robot-assisted spine surgery using leading-edge technology. In July, Edward Santos, M.D., one of Summit Orthopedics’...
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When Should I Consider a Hip Replacement? [Video]
Ask the Expert: Hip Video Series About the video: When should I consider a hip replacement? Arthritis experts Kris Breien, M.D. and retired physician Jerome Perra, M.D. explain the...
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What is open reduction and fixation? [Video]
Ask the Expert: Hand Video Series About the video: What is open reduction and fixation? Summit Orthopedic surgeons Debra Parisi, M.D. and J.P. Delaney, M.D. explain open reduction and fixation....
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My Finger Is Numb. What Does That Mean?
One of Summit Orthopedics’ hand and wrist experts, Debra Parisi, M.D., discusses the most likely causes of numb fingers. Our hands are an essential part of the way we...
Why Do My Feet Hurt? Part 2: Tendon-Related Pain
Summit foot and ankle expert Michael Anderson, D.O., explains the most common, treatable causes of foot pain in this two-part article series. While arthritis can cause sore feet day...
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Top 5 Ways to Avoid Hand Overuse
One of Summit Orthopedics’ hand and wrist experts, Debra Parisi, M.D., discusses the best ways to avoid overusing our hands. Our “helping hands” are by our sides every moment,...
Missing Summer Sports? Here Are 5 Things to Try
Summit sports medicine expert Jack Skendzel, M.D., shares some ways to enjoy the summer sports season while socially distancing. Many people look forward to summertime — vacations, sunny days,...
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Six Tips to Avoid Stress Fractures During Summer Sports
Jack Skendzel, M.D., one of Summit Orthopedics’ sports medicine experts, shares his best advice for avoiding stress fractures during the summer outdoor sports season. Summer’s long days and beautiful,...
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What Factors Make Arthritis Worse?
The pain, inflammation, and swelling of osteoarthritis can make daily activities a struggle. If you’re an arthritis sufferer, you probably know a lot about arthritis treatments. But why do...