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Dr. James P. Voigtlander, MD is an internist in DECORAH, IA specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine), family medicine, orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and general practice. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1988 and has 38 years of experience. Dr. James P. Voigtlander, MD is affiliated with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
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. James P. Voigtlander, MD graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1988. He completed residency at University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Nevada.
Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine (1988)
Residency: University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Licensed In: Nevada
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. James P. Voigtlander, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,468
ATTUNE $1,221 |
Spine $88 |
Trauma $45 |
$114 |
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$162
Irrisept $162 |
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| $472 |
Dr. James Voigtlander's medical specialty is general practice, family medicine, and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He is a graduate of Tulane University School of Medicine. For his residency, Dr. Voigtlander trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Davis. Dr. Voigtlander is professionally affiliated with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. He welcomes new patients at his office inDECORAH, IA as reported by Doctor.com.
