Whether you enjoy snow sports or are just stuck cleaning it up, Dr. Joseph Kroner from the Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin has some great winter injury prevention advice to keep you healthy and safe.
At the Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin, we have many world-class physicians. Our surgeons have such a strong passion for helping their patients, they even inspire others to follow in their footsteps. One of OHOW’s senior leaders and orthopedic surgeons, Dr. John Kroner is an excellent example of a legacy created in medicine.
Winter is once again upon us! Here in Wisconsin, the coldest weather typically occurs in January and February. As we know all too well, cold temperatures lead to snow, sleet, and ice—increasing the likelihood of winter slips and falls.Fortunately, you don’t need to spend the season hibernating indoors to avoid injury. There are plenty of ways to steer clear of these common winter weather hazards and keep yourself safe.
National patient recognition week comes around once a year and reminds everyone in healthcare why they’ve chosen this profession. At the Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin, we don’t need a special week to tell us how important our patients are because we celebrate them all year round. At OHOW, you can feel confident in the quality of your care because, above all, we have an uncommon focus on you.
Total Hip Replacement (THA) surgery is one of the most common and successful surgeries we perform. Here’s why the outcomes are so excellent.
Erik Kust, PT, DPT, OCS My name is Erik Kust, and I am a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopaedic physical
Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin has three critical success factors: quality, patient satisfaction, and staff satisfaction. Our focus on these critical success factors has driven OHOW to be recognized as a leader of orthopedic care in Wisconsin as well as the United States.
We realize that when you schedule surgery with us over a holiday weekend, you may be missing quality time with your family, lots of football games, and a home-cooked meal. This is why we at OHOW do everything in our power to make your Thanksgiving special.
It is estimated that there are 200,000 ACL injuries per year in the United States. Due to the prevalence of this injury, there are often many questions about how ACL tears occur, treatment options, and the healing process. Dr. Todd Swenson, an Orthopaedic Surgeon from the Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin, provides you with everything you need to know about ACL injuries.
