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Dr. Cory Daniel Smith, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Dothan, AL specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. Dr. Cory Daniel Smith, MD is affiliated with Flower Hospital and Southern Bone & Joint Specialists.
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
Dr. Cory Daniel Smith, MD graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. He completed residency at Prisma Health- Upstate/University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville. He has a state license in South Carolina.
Medical School: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine
Residency: Prisma Health- Upstate/University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Licensed In: South Carolina
Dr. Cory Daniel Smith, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Cory Daniel Smith, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Cory Daniel Smith, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Dothan, AL.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Cory Daniel Smith, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$10,015
$10,015 |
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$2,932
Bioinductive Implant with Arthroscopic Delivery System - Medium $132 |
$2,800 |
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$2,639
$2,639 |
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$1,720
SALVATION $1,216 |
INSPACE $419 |
ICONIX $58 |
AEQUALIS PERFORM REVERSED $26 |
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$396
ROSA $396 |
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$331
Rotation Medical Arthroscopic Instrument Kit $141 |
ELIQUIS $32 |
Trulance $31 |
MACI $19 |
NA $15 |
Other $94 |
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| $5,415 | |
| $1,914 | |
| $705 |
Dr. Cory Smith's specialties are orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. Patient reviews placed him at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Smith include replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement). Dr. Smith attended medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. He is affiliated with Flower Hospital.
