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Dr. Bruce M. Byrd, MD is an orthopedist in Bluefield, VA specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Medical College of Georgia in 2017 and has 8 years of experience. Dr. Bruce M. Byrd, MD is affiliated with HCA Virginia, OrthoVirginia, LewisGale Hospital - Pulaski LewisGale Hospital - Montgomery, ALLEGHENY CLINIC and ORTHOVIRGINIA INC.
111 Sanders Lane Suite E
Bluefield, VA 24605
125 Akers Farm Road Suite C & D
Christiansburg, VA 24073
250 South Main Street Suite 224 A
Blacksburg, VA 24060
590 West Ridge Road Suite K
Wytheville, VA 24382
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. Bruce M. Byrd, MD graduated from Medical College of Georgia in 2017. He completed residency at Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia (2017)
Residency: Medical College of Georgia Affiliated Hospitals (2022)
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Bruce M. Byrd, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$3,403
ROSA $1,316 |
Knees Product Portfolio $1,145 |
Persona $398 |
Hips Product Portfolio $313 |
ROSA-Knee $135 |
Other $97 |
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$3,003
Mako $2,478 |
T2 $140 |
Axsos $110 |
TRIDENT $93 |
ACCOLADE $73 |
Other $109 |
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$2,333
INHANCE $801 |
$1,532 |
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$1,360
Legacy Stelkast Knee $940 |
Ankle Fracture System $306 |
PROVIDENCE $114 |
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$352
INHANCE $137 |
NA $101 |
ATTUNE $45 |
ACTIS $43 |
Kincise $26 |
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$1,668
BlastX $230 |
AxoGuard Nerve Connector $124 |
Zynrelef $122 |
MACI $117 |
Novation $116 |
Other $959 |
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| $4,921 | |
| $1,532 |
Dr. Bruce Byrd practices orthopedics/orthopedic surgery in Christiansburg, VA, Blacksburg, VA, and Wytheville, VA. His clinical interests include knee problems, meniscus repair, and arthroscopic surgery. Dr. Byrd's education and training includes medical school at Medical College of Georgia and residency at a hospital affiliated with Medical College of Georgia. His professional affiliations include HCA Virginia and OrthoVirginia.
