Dr. Emory C. Chang, MD is a pediatric orthopedist in Long Beach, CA specializing in pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine. Dr. Emory C. Chang, MD is affiliated with Long Beach Medical Center, Greater Newport Physicians, MemorialCare, MemorialCare Medical Group and Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach GNP MemorialCare.
1760 Termino Avenue Suite 308
Long Beach, CA 90804
2701 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA
2701 Atlantic Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
Dr. Emory C. Chang, MD graduated from University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Southern California (USC) Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine
Residency: University of Southern California (USC) Affiliated Hospitals (2006)
Licensed In: California
Dr. Emory C. Chang, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Emory C. Chang, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, Aetna, CIGNA Commercial HMO, Anthem, Health Net Medicare Advantage HMO, Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, BlueShield Trio Commercial HMO (GNP), BlueShield Commercial HMO (MCSHP), Health Net Commercial HMO, Centivo ACO, BlueShield Commercial HMO, BlueShield Trio Commercial HMO, BlueShield Commercial HMO (GNP) and Health Net Commercial HMO (GNP).
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Dr. Emory C. Chang, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Emory C. Chang, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Long Beach, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Emory C. Chang, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
OrthoPediatrics Corp. |
$101,014
Orthopediatric Implants $10,195 |
Orthopediatrics Implants $2,108 |
Prod Dev: Trauma & Deformity $277 |
Response Spine $110 |
Pedi-Nail $73 |
Other $88,252 |
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Orthofix Medical, Inc. |
$42,418
ProCallus Fixator $10,419 |
Centronail Titanium Femoral Nail $10,238 |
MiniRail System $9,900 |
TrueLok $8,831 |
XWires $2,250 |
Other $781 |
Globus Medical, Inc. |
$14,338
EXCELSIUS $8,354 |
Excelsius Robotics System $2,239 |
Excelsius GPS $2,077 |
Excelsius - GPS $845 |
Anthem $778 |
Other $46 |
IMPLANET America, Inc. |
$8,963
$8,963 |
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Spineart USA Inc |
$7,803
Perla TL $4,520 |
Romeo 2 $233 |
$3,050 |
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Other |
$13,286
Daytona Small Stature $5,250 |
Ring - TRUELOK $2,475 |
Tritanium $710 |
XLIF $659 |
Reline $590 |
Other $3,603 |
Royalty or License | $100,473 |
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Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program | $43,091 |
Consulting Fee | $22,634 |
Travel and Lodging | $14,569 |
Food and Beverage | $7,032 |
Other | $23 |
Dr. Emory Chang is a Long Beach, CA physician who specializes in pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Dr. Chang graduated from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine and then he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Southern California (USC). His areas of expertise consist of scoliosis and musculoskeletal problems. His patients gave him an average rating of 4.0 stars (out of 5). He accepts Anthem, Health Net, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers. He is conversant in Spanish. Dr. Chang's hospital/clinic affiliations include Greater Newport Physicians, Long Beach Medical Center, and MemorialCare Medical Group.