Orthopedic Traumatologists - Sandy, UT

We found 2 orthopedic traumatologists in Sandy, UT. See refinement options below.

A

Dr. Thomas F. Higgins, MD

View Profile

(209 ratings)

Not Accepting Patients

Pediatric Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma

9385 E Snowbird Center Drive, Sandy, UT 84092

801-587-7109

fractures (broken bones)

Dr. Thomas Higgins' areas of specialization are orthopedic trauma, pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery, and trauma surgery; he sees patients in Salt Lake City, UT and Sandy, UT. He studied at Brown University, Alpert Medical School.

"Dr Higgins did not do my surgery, but I am very grateful to have found him post-op. I have had a number of complications following trauma and surgery to my knee and ankle, and Dr Higgins is clearly the upper echelon of orthopedic surgeons specializing in this area. He is also very well plugged in to the orthopedic department, and has a breadth of referrals to make for more specific knowledge (he is not afraid to state where the limits of his expertise lie). That said, he is very busy! Sometimes the scheduling and waits can be frustrating, but in the end it's been worth it."

January 29, 2025
B

Dr. Edward Chipman Spencer, MD

View Profile

(No ratings)

Might Be Accepting Patients

Orthopedic Trauma

3260 9425, Sandy, UT 84092

801-947-1438

Dr. Edward Spencer sees patients in Sandy, UT. His medical specialty is orthopedic trauma.

What is Orthopedic Trauma?

Orthopedic trauma is a branch of orthopedic surgery that focuses on the care of seriously broken bones, especially following accidents. Although all orthopedic surgeons treat common fractures, some breaks are difficult to treat and require specialized care in order to heal properly. Some examples of the kinds of injuries that an orthopedic trauma specialist might handle include:

Multiple fractures or crushing injuries
Compound fractures, where a broken bone pierces the skin
Breaks in a joint, which can lead to arthritis
Hip and pelvic fractures
Infections in a broken bone
Nonunions, or breaks that won't heal
Malunions, or breaks that are misaligned

Treatment provided by an orthopedic trauma specialist depends on the type and extent of the injury. In some cases it is sufficient to have a cast, brace, or other external way of supporting the broken bone while it heals. More significant injuries may require surgery to place structures such as pins, screws, and plates to stabilize the healing bone. In the most complex injuries, bone grafting or limb lengthening procedures may be used.

Orthopedic trauma specialists often work in hospitals, and they work closely with emergency professionals as well as reconstructive surgeons. In the case of a severe fracture or complications from a broken bone, orthopedic trauma specialists are the doctors that can get you moving again.

Filters

FILTERS

RATING

NEW PATIENTS

CONDITIONS / TREATMENTS

LANGUAGES

MEDICAL SCHOOLS

PRACTICE AFFILIATIONS

SPECIALTIES

SORT BY

Orthopedic Traumatologists - Sandy, UT

We found 2 orthopedic traumatologists in Sandy, UT. See refinement options below.

Dr. Thomas F. Higgins, MD

Dr. Edward Chipman Spencer, MD

Featured Sandy Orthopedic Traumatologist Reviews

Dr. Thomas F. Higgins, MD

January 29, 2025

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeons in Nearby Locations

Other Providers in Sandy, UT

What is Orthopedic Trauma?

Filters

FILTERS

RATING

NEW PATIENTS

CONDITIONS / TREATMENTS

LANGUAGES

MEDICAL SCHOOLS

PRACTICE AFFILIATIONS

SPECIALTIES

SORT BY

Orthopedic Traumatologists - Sandy, UT

We found 2 orthopedic traumatologists in Sandy, UT. See refinement options below.

Dr. Thomas F. Higgins, MD

Dr. Edward Chipman Spencer, MD

Related searches

Featured Sandy Orthopedic Traumatologist Reviews

Dr. Thomas F. Higgins, MD

January 29, 2025

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeons in Nearby Locations

Other Providers in Sandy, UT

What is Orthopedic Trauma?