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What's New
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Dr. Frueh discusses a new approach to hip replacement called the Direct Anterior Approach to Hip Replacement or the DAA Hip. Walter W. Frueh, MD
Fellowship-Trained in Adult Hip and Knee Joint Reconstruction and Revision
(Dr. Frueh talks with Jessica Kirk of WECT, Wilmington, North Carolina) Click here to watch or select image to the left.
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Dr. Scully discusses shoulder pain and treatment options, including arthroscopic surgery for the shoulder
Kevin S. Scully, MD
Fellowship-Trained in Arthroscopic Surgery
(Dr. Scully talks with Jessica Kirk of WECT, Wilmington, North Carolina) Click here to watch or select image to the left.
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Dr. Rodger discusses new alternatives to spine fusion surgery now available at Atlantic Orthopedics for neck patients with severely herniated discs.
R. Mark Rodger, MD
Fellowship-Trained in Spine Surgery
(Dr. Rodger talks with Jessica Kirk of WECT, Wilmington, North Carolina) Click here to watch or select image to the left.
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Dr. Boswell discusses common shoulder sports injuries and specialized treatment options available in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Robert B. Boswell, MD
Fellowship-Trained in Sports Medicine
(Dr. Boswell talks with Jessica Kirk of WECT, Wilmington, North Carolina) Click here to watch or select image to the left.
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Dr. Rose discusses the benefits of the minimally invasive endoscopic rhizotomy procedure as an alternative to traditional spine surgery. D. Todd Rose, MD
Fellowship-Trained in Spine Surgery
(Dr. Rose talks with Jessica Kirk of WECT, Wilmington, North Carolina) Click here to watch or select image to the left.
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Atlantic Orthopedics Spine Care Center one of the first centers in North Carolina to publish clinical outcomes report card
WILMINGTON, N.C.,- (July 6, 2011) -  The Spine Care Center of Atlantic Orthopedics, PA recently demonstrated its commitment to quality by being one of the first spine centers in the State of North Carolina to publish and distribute a Clinical Quality Outcome Report Card to physicians, managed care, and workers compensation carriers. The annual report documents the spine center’s clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, functional status and return to activity for complex back and neck pain patients. The group recognizes the importance of collecting data to document and measure quality. Quality is a journey, however, rather than a destination, and the group is committed to continually improving its services to patients.
Click here to learn details of how the North Carolina Spine Center clinical outcomes study is completed and analyzed.
Atlantic Orthopedics, PA is now offering a new rehabilitative treatment for tennis elbow, knee and ankle pain, hip pain and other chronic conditions The ASTYM® treatment, an evidence-based rehab program for tendinopathies and post-op / post injury scar tissue, is available at Atlantic Orthopedics, PA.
The physical therapists at Atlantic Orthopedics are ASTYM-certified clinicians and are part of a nationwide network of rehab professionals qualified to perform this most-effective treatment. ASTYM therapy has proven effective in the treatment of lateral epicondylosis (tennis elbow), medial epicondylosis (golfer’s elbow), carpal tunnel syndrome, plantar fasciitis, chronic ankle sprains, shin splints, and scar tissue that can interfere with recovery after surgery, to name a few. Physician referral is not required.
Click here to learn more about ASTYM® treatment and the certified physical therapists at Atlantic Orthopedics.
A big congratulations to all of the participants in the 2011 Atlantic Orthopedics Duathlon at Brunswick Forest
The duathlon took place on Sunday, May 15, 2011 and over 200 athletes participated in the event benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Team in Training.
The race start and finish was located near the Fitness center in beautiful Brunswick Forest. The 5K and 2 mile run legs were flat and fast through some of the many pretty areas of Brunswick Forest. The bike course was a flat and fast double loop with new, smooth pavement. Streets were open to local traffic only.
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Trophies for Individual and 2-person Team entry categories. Awards presented to Open & Masters as well as for 5-year age groups, M/F/Mixed in Team Categories. |
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Participants at starting line of 2011 Atlantic Orthopedics Duathlon at Brunswick Forest on May 15. |
Trauma Specialist Joins Atlantic Orthopedics, PA
& Develops the Region’s First Orthopedic Trauma Program
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WILMINGTON, NC - Patients with traumatic musculoskeletal injuries taken by paramedics to NHRMC’s Level II Trauma Center now have access to the region’s only fellowship-trained orthopedic trauma specialist. Neil R. MacIntyre, MD an orthopedic traumatologist recently joined the team of eleven fellowship-trained orthopedic specialists at Atlantic Orthopedics, PA. Dr. MacIntyre specializes in traumatic and post-traumatic musculoskeletal injuries that are caused by motor vehicle accidents, falls or other high energy traumatic injuries. He also specializes in the treatment of complex fractures, dislocations and injuries to ligaments, muscles, tendons and cartilage. Click here to read the complete media release. |
Neil R. MacIntyre, MD
Fellowship-Trained in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
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Online Patient Portal
We now offer convenient online patient registration and online appointment requests just click here to login or create a new account through our patient portal. You can access all online services offered by Atlantic Orthopedics, including appointment request, online bill pay and request medical records.
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Dr. Shawn Hocker recently featured on WWAY Newschannel 3, Wilmington North Carolina (ABC), and discusses common knee pain conditions.
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Video: Dr. Shawn Hocker, of Atlantic Orthopedics in Wilmington North Carolina, was recently featured on WWAY Newschannel 3, ABC Affiliate Healthy Living special. Dr. Hocker discusses knee pain, when to seek help, home remedies for knee pain, conservative treatments for knee pain, surgical treatment for knee pain and more. Click here to watch. |
Dr. Robert Boswell recently featured on WWAY Newschannel 3, Wilmington NC (ABC), and discusses common shoulder pain conditions and treatment options.
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Video: Dr. Robert Boswell, of Atlantic Orthopedics in Wilmington North Carolina, recently featured on WWAY Newschannel 3, ABC affiliate. Dr. Boswell talks about shoulder pain, common symptoms, home remedies for shoulder pain, conservative treatments for shoulder pain, when shoulder surgery is necessary and more. Click here to watch. |
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Atlantic Orthopedics welcomes New Spine Specialist Todd Rose, MD to the Spine Center
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Wilmington, NC - October 8, 2010 - Atlantic Orthopedics a regional referral center for orthopedics and spine is pleased to welcome Todd Rose, MD to their group practice.
Dr. Rose is board-certified in orthopedic surgery. He earned his medical degree at Duke University School of Medicine and completed an internship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Rose completed his residency in Orthopedics at Duke University. He recently completed a fellowship in Spine Surgery at the Spine Institute of Arizona. Dr. Rose has been awarded multiple academic awards and served as the Chief of Orthopedics in 2007 at the Luke Air Force Base in Arizona. Click here to read the complete media release. |
D. Todd Rose
Fellowship-Trained in Spine Surgery |
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Shawn B. Hocker, MD - Local Surgeon Shawn B. Hocker, Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
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Wilmington, NC - September 25, 2008 – Dr. Shawn B. Hocker of Atlantic Orthopedics, PA has been Board Certified in the medical specialty of orthopaedics by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (A.B.O.S.). Dr. Hocker successfully completed a comprehensive oral and written examination given by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Click here to read the complete media release. |
Shawn B. Hocker
Dual Fellowship-Trained in Sports Medicine and
Adult Joint Reconstruction |
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Atlantic Orthopedics, PA achieves MGMA ‘better performer’ status
| WILMINGTON, NC, February 11, 2008 – The Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) Performance and Practices of Successful Medical Groups: 2007 Report Based on 2006 Data identified Atlantic Orthopedics, PA as a “better performer” because of superior operational performance compared with similar medical group practices nationwide. Click here to read the complete media release. |
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Brunswick Forest Office location
We are pleased to announce the new opening of our Brunswick Forest Office location which includes Physical Therapy Services!
Atlantic Orthopedics at
The Villages at Brunswick Forest
1333 S. Dickinson Drive, Suite 120, Leland, NC
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Past Events and Charities
Wilmington Arthritis Walk - October 22, 2011 
Atlantic Orthopedics and Carolina Arthritis are proud sponsors of the Wilmington Arthritis Walk taking place on Saturday, October 22 at Hugh MacRae Park. Click here for more information.
Finishline Sponsor of the Fittest Execs Contest to promote a healthy lifestyle
Atlantic Orthopedics in Wilmington, North Carolina is proud to be a Finishline Sponsor of the Fittest Execs Contest to promote a healthy lifestyle. Click here to visit the Fittest Exec website to learn more and sign up!
The Fittest Execs competition is a fun way for executives and their teams to get healthy — thin yourself while fattening the bottom line! Registration deadline is October 14th! Wilmington Arthritis 5K Run and Walk
Atlantic Orthopedics and Carolina Arthritis Associates invite you to join their teams or create your own for the 5K Run and Walk for Arthritis.
Atlantic Orthopedics is a proud sponsor of the Wilmington, North Carolina Arthritis 5K Run and Walk event scheduled for Saturday, October 23 2010, Arbor Park at Autumn Hall. Click here for more information. Atlantic Orthopedics is proud to be the presenting sponsor and to support the following 5K Run Events & Charities:
Cystic Fibrosis Great Strides 5K Run
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Location: Mayfaire Town Center
Charity: The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
The 2010 Wilma Women's Only 5K Walk/Run
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Location: Around Historic downtown Wilmington
Charity: The American Heart Association
The First Annual Duathlon at Brunswick Forest
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Location: Brunswick Forest Development
Charity: Step Up for Soldiers
First Annual Brunswick Forest Duathlon Race
sponsored by Atlantic Orthopedics, PA
Proceeds to benefit Step Up for Soldiers
On Sunday, May 23rd at 8am over #175 men and women participated in the First Annual Brunswick Forest Duathlon Event sponsored by Atlantic Orthopedics, PA with proceeds benefiting the Step Up for Soldiers charity organization. Step Up For Soldiers remodels entire homes for injured vets and helps returning injured military veterans re-adjust to life with physical challenges brought on by war. Atlantic Orthopedics has been treating injured marines and their families for over 12 years through its Jacksonville, NC satellite office and recently opened a new office within Brunswick Forest in April. The race a 5K run, 10K bike, and 2 mile run course was the first Duathlon to be held in the area. The event took place throughout the beautiful development of Brunswick Forest. Drs. Shawn Hocker and Robert Boswell two of the sports medicine specialists at Atlantic Orthopedics participated in the event as well as Physical Therapy Supervisor Greg Burnett and Chris Johnson, PT. Atlantic Orthopedics also provided a water stop station with Erica Bradshaw, Nancy Clark and Jennifer Loper passing out Gatorade and water and words of encouragement to the race participants. Atlantic Orthopedics, PA was proud to be the presenting sponsor of the first ever Duathlon event along with the Brunswick Forest community.
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Atlantic Orthopedics includes eleven fellowship-trained orthopedic specialists. Fellowship-training represents the highest level of orthopedic medical training in the United States. Click here to learn more.
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