Orthocarolina is a Physician Assistant based in Charlotte, NC. Orthocarolina practices in Matthews, NC. The NPI Number for Orthocarolina is 1578893426 and holds a License No. (North Carolina).
The current practice location address for Orthocarolina is 710 Park Center Dr, Matthews, NC and can be reached out via phone at 704-323-2000.
Location: 710 Park Center Dr, Matthews, NC, 28260-2179
Provider Profile Details
NPI Number
1578893426
Provider Name
Orthocarolina
Credential
Provider Entity Type
Organization
Address
710 Park Center Dr, Matthews, NC, 28260-2179
Phone Number
704-323-2000
Fax Number
Provider Enumeration Date
12/28/2009
Last Update Date
03/12/2024
Provider Business Practice Location Address Details
Address
710 Park Center Dr
City
State
Zip
28105-5012
Phone Number
704-323-2000
Fax Number
Provider Business Mailing Address Details
Address
710 Park Center Dr
City
State
Zip
28105-5012
Phone Number
704-323-2000
Fax Number
Provider's Taxonomy Details 1
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
An orthopedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 2
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
An orthopedic surgeon who has additional training and experience in diagnosing, treating and managing musculoskeletal problems in infants, children and adolescents. These may include limb and spine deformities (such as club foot, scoliosis); gait abnormalities (limping); bone and joint infections; broken bones.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 3
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Hand Surgery
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
An orthopedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 4
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 5
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Orthopedic Surgery of the Spine
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopedic surgery, orthopedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 6
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopedic surgery, foot and ankle surgeons deal with adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine foot and ankle, and children's foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 7
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Sports Medicine
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
An orthopedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 8
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
Orthopedic Trauma
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopedic surgery, orthopedic trauma surgeons deal with the evaluation and management of acute orthopedic injuries, evaluation and treatment of post-traumatic deformities and nonunions, acute and delayed reconstruction of pelvic and acetabular fractures, as well as osteotomy in the adult hip for treatment of hip arthritis.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 9
Type
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification
Physical Therapist
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
Physical therapists (PTs) are licensed health care professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to the very oldest, who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. PTs examine each individual and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. In addition, PTs work with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness- and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles. PTs: 1.Diagnose and manage movement dysfunction and enhance physical and functional abilities. 2.Restore, maintain, and promote not only optimal physical function but optimal wellness and fitness and optimal quality of life as it relates to movement and health. 3.Prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries. 4.Treat conditions of the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and/or integumentary systems. 5.Address the negative effects attributable to unique personal and environmental factors as they relate to human performance. 6.PTs provide care for people in a variety of settings, including hospitals, private practices, outpatient clinics, home health agencies, schools, sports and fitness facilities, work settings, and nursing homes. State licensure is required in each state in which a PT practices.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 10
Type
Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification
Occupational Therapist
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
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Definition
An occupational therapist is a person who has graduated from an entry-level occupational therapy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) or predecessor organizations, or approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT), or an equivalent international occupational therapy education program; has successfully completed a period of supervised fieldwork experience required by the occupational therapy program; has passed a nationally recognized entry-level examination for occupational therapists, and fulfills state requirements for licensure, certification, or registration. An occupational therapist provides interventions based on evaluation and which emphasize the therapeutic use of everyday life activities (i.e., occupations) with individuals or groups for the purpose of facilitating participation in roles and situations and in home, school, workplace, community and other settings. Occupational therapy services are provided for the purpose of promoting health and wellness and are provided to those who have or are at risk for developing an illness, injury, disease, disorder, condition, impairment, disability, activity limitation, or participation restriction. Occupational therapists address the physical, cognitive, psychosocial, sensory, and other aspects of occupational performance in a variety of contexts to support engagement in everyday life activities that affect health, well-being, and quality of life.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 11
Type
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Classification
Physician Assistant
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
License No.
()
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
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