The Orthopaedic Institute at Mercy Hospital performs the most advanced surgical techniques for joint replacements, hip and knee surgeries, and arthroscopies. Since its inception as a center of excellence in 2003, the Institute has made significant advancements in patient care and research.
The Orthopaedic Institute is a highly specialized, high volume program that continues to expand its services. The medical staff is made up of board certified specialists that provide diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation that will enable patients to move again.
Dr. Carlos J. Lavernia heads up the facility and is a renowned orthopaedic surgeon and biomedical engineer. He performs comprehensive research and surgical procedures in a single state-of-the-art facility. Along with Dr. Lavernia is Dr. J. Pieter Hommen, who is a fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon with special interest in arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine and joint replacement.
For more information about the Orthopaedic Institute, please call (305)285-2929.
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