Orthopedic Traumatologists - Pekin, IL

We found 2 orthopedic traumatologists in Pekin, IL.

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Dr. Chukwunenye Kamalu Osuji, MD

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Orthopedic Trauma

2351 Broadway Street, Pekin, IL

hip problems, fractures (broken bones), knee reconstruction
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Dr. Chukwunenye Osuji is an orthopedic trauma specialist in Peoria, IL and Pekin, IL. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine.

"I had my left hip replaced by Dr. Osuji. What I can say? Everything went smooth. The entire process was comfortable and reassuring. To the best of my knowledge the surgery was a complete success. I had my other hip replaced a year earlier and the technique Dr. Osuji used had less pain and faster short-term recovery than the first one did (though they are about the same after about a year). I feel very fortunate to have received the excellent care!"

September 3, 2022
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Dr. Jeffrey W. Akeson, MD

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Pediatric Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma

2351 Broadway Street, Pekin, IL

hip problems, neck problems, fractures (broken bones)
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Dr. Jeffrey Akeson specializes in orthopedic trauma and pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and practices in Peoria, IL and Pekin, IL. He attended the University of Washington School of Medicine.

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.

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Orthopedic Traumatologists - Pekin, IL

We found 2 orthopedic traumatologists in Pekin, IL.

Dr. Chukwunenye Kamalu Osuji, MD

Dr. Jeffrey W. Akeson, MD

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