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Dr. Shawn Smith Richardson, MD is an orthopedist in Roseville, CA specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine in 2013 and has 13 years of experience. Dr. Shawn Smith Richardson, MD is affiliated with Sutter Health, SUTTER VALLEY MEDICAL FOUNDATION and PERMANENTE MEDICAL GROUP INC.
Hip Replacement
Hip replacement is a surgical procedure to replace parts of the hip joint that are damaged by disease or injury. It is most often done to treat arthritis, a common condition that causes stiffness and pain in the joints. Surgery is used only after other, less invasive treatments have failed to work.
The type of hip replacement patients receive is based on their age and the extent of damage to their hip. The hip joint has two parts: the femoral head, or hip ball, and the acetabulum, or hip socket. The hip ball is located on the upper end of the femur (thigh bone), and the hip socket is part of the pelvis. Depending on whether one or both parts require replacement, patients may need one of the following procedures:
During hip replacement surgery, an incision is made along the side of the hip. The surgeon may access the joint directly through this incision, or by using small tools and a lighted tube called an arthroscope to see and treat the joint. The diseased tissue is removed, and the bones are smoothed out and fitted with metal ends. The metal pieces may be cemented in place, or they may have a porous structure that encourages bone to grow into them and hold them securely. A smooth plastic cushion is placed between the two bones to replace the cartilage and allow the joint to move freely.
Hip replacement surgery takes one to two hours, and afterwards patients may stay in the hospital for several days. When patients go home, they will have to use a cane, walker, or crutches at first. Patients will likely have physical therapy to improve their ability to move with their new hip. After the first few weeks, light exercise such as bike riding or swimming will help them heal, but certain actions, such as climbing stairs or bending over at the waist, may be difficult at first. It will take several weeks before they can drive or return to work. Full recovery may take six to 12 months.
Joint Injections
A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.
Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.
In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.
Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.
In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.
There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.
Dr. Shawn Smith Richardson, MD graduated from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine in 2013. He completed residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He is certified by the Board Certification: Orthopedic Surgery and has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine (2013)
Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital
Board Certification: Board Certification: Orthopedic Surgery
Licensed In: California
Dr. Shawn Smith Richardson, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Shawn Smith Richardson, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: WellCare, Blue Shield of California, Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Cigna, Alliance PPO, Anthem Blue Cross of California, AARP, Health Net Medicare Advantage HMO, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Magellan Health Services, Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO, Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO, Accepted SCAN Plans: Sutter Senior Advantage, a SCAN Medicare Plan (HMO) and Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA): Aetna Student Health Program: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA): Health Fund....
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Dr. Shawn Smith Richardson, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 126 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Shawn Smith Richardson, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Roseville, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Shawn Smith Richardson, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$315
AQUAMANTYS $315 |
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$147
ORBACTIV $147 |
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Dr. Shawn Richardson is an orthopedics/orthopedic surgery specialist. He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. Areas of expertise for Dr. Richardson include hip replacement, hip arthroscopy, and joint injections. Dr. Richardson accepts several insurance carriers, including Magellan Health Services, AARP, and Anthem. He attended medical school at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine. His medical residency was performed at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and a hospital affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Richardson is affiliated with Sutter Health. Sutter Health reports that Dr. Richardson is accepting new patients at his office in Roseville, CA.
