Since 1952, Triangle Orthopaedics has been treating an array of conditions from sports related injuries to joint replacements. Our rehabilitation centers afford thorough guidance to patients during the recovery process. Today, we have numerous locations across the greater Triangle region, including 6 Urgent Care clinics located in Apex, Chapel Hill, Durham, Raleigh and Wake Forest. You can count on us, with 44 physicians, 5 MRI locations and numerous physical therapy facilities. Our Orthopaedic, Rheumatology and Surgical Specialists Departments have got you covered!

News & Announcements

• WTVD News Story on TOSC Click here to view WTVD's news coverage of Triangle Orthopaedic Surgery Center! Also, learn more about Triangle Orthopaedics Surgery Center by visiting the TOSC website: www.triangleorthosurgerycenter.com

• Congratulations to Dr. Phillip Shadduck! Dr. Phillip Shadduck co-wrote an article that was published by the American College of Surgeons. The article, "Inguinal Hernia: Minimally Invasive, Open, Preperitoneal Repair", was co-written by Dr. Shadduck and Dr. Robert Kugel, the innovator of the technique. Their article was published in the Hernia Surgery Volume of the ACS Multimedia Atlas of Surgery.

• New location in Erwin, NC On March 11, 2013 Triangle Orthopaedics opened the doors to its new office in Erwin, NC. The facility will offer multiple service, including orthopaedic consultations, x-ray imaging and physical therapy. For driving directions, contact information and a list of of physicians and specialties, please visit the Erwin location page by clicking here. Also, please note that upon opening the Erwin facility, the Triangle Orthopaedics Dunn office was closed.

• TOSC Welcomes First Patients TOSC opened in February 2013 as the Triangle's first ambulatory surgery center to specialize in musculoskeletal procedures. Months of preparation have gone into the opening of the 10,000 square foot facility. So far, patients have been impressed with the quality care and accommodations. Browse our website for more information regarding rendering physicians and procedure instructions.

• Dr. Kathryn Baerman Elected into The American Society of Breast Surgeons Congratulations to Dr. Baerman, Surgery Specialist of Triangle Orthopaedic Associates, P.A. for her recent appointment as a member of The American Society of Breast Surgeons. ASBS leads the nation as an advocacy organization for general surgeons who treat patients with breast disease. The society formed in 1995 and today, it has more than 3,000 members worldwide. Dr. Baerman currently participates in a fellowship program centered on breast disease treatment and surgery. She seeks to deliver excellent, individualized care, while accommodating each patient’s needs in a pleasant environment.

• The McKenzie Institute: two courses to be hosted by Triangle Orthopaedics Triangle Orthopaedic Associates, P.A. will co-sponsor courses by The McKenzie Institute. The first of two courses in 2013 will be held on June 21-23, 2013 and is focused on “Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy of the Lumbar Spine.” The second course, “Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy of the Cervical and Thoracic Spine,” will be held on November 1-3. Both of these courses will be held at the AIHF location in North Raleigh. The McKenzie Institute is a prestigious institute for Physical Therapists, PTA’s and ATC’s. It also is an assessment tool for clinicians. Any PT or ATC interested in attending one of these courses can view registration information by clicking here.

• Triangle Orthopaedics opens 6th Orthopaedic Urgent Care A new OUCH Center, or Orthopaedic Urgent Care Health Center, is now operating at the Southpoint location. As a great alternative to emergency room visits, the center accepts walk-ins and patients are usually seen within an hour of arrival. The OUCH center strives to improve accessibility to care and responsiveness to patients’ emergent orthopaedic needs.

• New TOA Satellite Offices Opening Soon Triangle Orthopaedics will open a new satellite location in Dunn, NC beginning December 3, 2012. The office will operate through Spring 2013, at which point it will relocate to Erwin, NC. The state-of-the-art office in Erwin will be a permanent TOA location, and the address will be 133 Professional Drive, Erwin, NC 28339. Click here to view a flyer. Triangle Orthopaedics is delighted to bring more accessible, quality orthopaedic care to eastern North Carolina.

• TOA Receives 2012 Acknowledgements Triangle Orthopaedic Associates, P.A. wins “Best Sports Medicine Practice” and “Best Physical Therapy Practice” in Endurance Magazine’s “2012 Best of North Carolina!” Endurance Magazine is a resource for active lifestyles in the Carolinas. Each month it reaches over 100,000 readers. Endurance Magazine also produces several endurance events and supports hundreds of other life-changing events each year.

• Congratulations to Dr. Kuremsky of TOA Dr. Marshall Kuremsky co-wrote an article, which was published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Vol. 94-A No. 21. The article examines and compares resident education and fellowship training, presenting data from a recent study which surveyed orthopaedic residents. Click here to view the article.

• Congratulations to Dr. William Mallon Dr. Mallon of Triangle Orthopaedic Associates has been appointed to serve as Vice President of American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES). Click here to view the ASES website. Additionally, Dr. Mallon serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery.

• Good News For Bad Knees Learn more about a new option to treat early to mid-stage osteoarthritis of the knee with MAKOplasty®.

• D1 Offers Specialized Soccer Training D1 is a sports training facility located in Brier Creek of Raleigh, NC. A Winter Training and Development Program focused on soccer skill development for boys and girls ages 7-18 will take place five days per week. Click here to view the complete flier including contact information. For more information regarding D1, please click here.

• Dr. Lord Brings Podiatric Medicine to TOA As a podiatric physician, Dr. John Lord has accrued extensive experience through private practice as well as military service. Dr. Lord completed a two-year podiatric medical and surgical residency before practicing many years in Mercer Island, Washington. Dr. Lord will treat patients in multiple locations of TOA. Visit Dr. Lord's physician profile for more information on his background and practice.

• New Clayton Office - Now Open! Triangle Orthopaedics proudly serves the Clayton area. The new office is fully equipped with an orthopaedic clinic and physical therapy facility. Click here for more information about the Clayton location.

• D1 Sports Now Open! D1 Sports is the place for the Athlete! The new training facility in Raleigh is now open, so register now for a membership! Triangle Orthopaedics partners with D1 Sports and provides physical therapy and athletic training services at the Brier Creek location.

• Dr. Brett Gilbert Featured in Triangle Medical News Dr. Gilbert of Triangle Orthopaedics, who specializes in the treatment of hip and knee arthritis, has been featured in the physician spotlight segment of Triangle Medical News. View the publication by clicking here.

• Triangle Orthopaedics Physicians Offer MAKO Seminars Dr. Brett Gilbert and Dr. Ralph Liebelt will present educational seminars about procedures performed using the MAKOplasty® technique. Five seminars will be hosted at various Triangle Orthopaedics locations as well as at NC Specialty Hospital. Click here for more details and for RSVP information.

• Welcome TOA Surgical Specialists Triangle Orthopaedics is proud to announce that Dr. Phillip Shadduck and Dr. Kathryn Baerman, formerly of Regional Surgical Associates, have joined the group. The new division, TOA Surgical Specialists, will see patients in our main Durham office and our Chapel Hill office. Please join us in welcoming Drs. Shadduck and Baerman to the group.

• Rheumatology Services Now Offered at TOA! The TOA Rheumatology Department consists of six experienced Rheumatologists as well as laboratories for routine screens and infusion procedures. Click on each physician's name for a brief biographical background. Welcome to Drs. Barada, Harrell, Toohey, Belhorn, Klett . Rheumatology services are now offered at the WPP Durham, Southpoint and Chapel Hill locations.

• Physician Assistant Chip Hedrick Recognized by PAHx The Physician Assistant History Society (PAHx), established by Duke University Medical Center, aims to preserve the legacy of the physician assistant profession. Among the pioneers of the field is Chip Hedrick, PA-C of Triangle Orthopaedics. Chip was recently honored with the publication of his career biography. Click here to view the publication.

• Dr. Shadduck Receives Distinguished Appointment Dr. Phillip Shadduck of the Surgical Specialists Division of Triangle Orthopaedics has been appointed to serve on the Board of Directors of the Society for Laparoendoscopic Surgeons during 2012-2013. He has been a member of the Society for many years, and honorably accepts this leadership opportunity.

• Dr. Silver Engages in Current Research Dr. William Silver of Triangle Orthopaedics participated in a clinical trial which sought to evaluate two intra-articular treatments for osteoarthritis. Results of the trial were reported in OARSI: Osteoarthritis Research Society International.

• Triangle Orthopaedics elected Partner of the Year The Durham Bulls recognized Triangle Orthopaedics as Partner of the Year at the First Annual Sponsor Award Ceremony on April 3, 2012. TOA Administration and Medical Staff, including Team Physician, Dr. Richard Bruch, proudly accept this honor. Triangle Orthopaedics looks forward to many successful seasons to come. Click here to view the full press release.

• Dr. William Mallon Recognized by AAOS The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons acknowledged Dr. Mallon of TOA with a 2012 Achievement Award. With this distinction, the AAOS salutes Academy members for their many contributions to education, research, and advocacy in orthopaedics. Click here

• New Scoliosis Testing The SCOLISCORE Test is the first clinically validated and highly accurate genetic test for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) curve progression. TOA is proud to offer this new test for our pediatric patients with scoliosis. Read More

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