Dr. Quinn comments on Gronkowski’s ankle injury

Daniel Quinn, MD was recently asked by WDH TV reporters to comment on Rob Gronkowski’s ankle injury.

Sarah Larch, PA-C Returns from Medical Relief Mission in Haiti

NWOA Physician Assistant Sarah Larch participated in a medical relief mission in Chantal, Haiti, from November 8-14, 2011. The medical mission provided basic surgical, medical, and dental services to the population of Chantal and the surrounding communities. Chantal is a rural community located approximately 250 miles southwest of Port-Au-Prince (click here to see a map).  Prior to the earthquake [...]

Drs. Green and Leslie publish article describing bilateral distal biceps tendon ruptures

After reviewing their experience with 321 patients with distal biceps tendon ruptures, Jennifer Green, MD and Bruce Leslie, MD found that approximately 8% of these patients will have the same injury occur in the other elbow at some time in their future. These findings were recently published in the Journal of Hand Surgery.

Dr. Leslie Performs 400th Distal Biceps Tendon Repair

Bruce Leslie, MD recently performed his 400th distal biceps tendon repair, making this the largest number of such procedures ever performed by a single surgeon worldwide.

NWOA hand surgeons open office at Milton Hospital

Newton-Wellesley Orthopedic Associates is pleased to announce the opening of our satellite office at Milton Hospital, at 100 Highland Street, Suite 125 in Milton. We provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment services for the entire spectrum of hand and upper extremity disorders. To arrange a consultation with one of our hand surgeons in Milton, please call 617-658-2257.

Bruce Leslie, MD lectured at the AAOS Hawaii Wrist Course October 28-30

Bruce Leslie, MD recently returned from the Hawaii Wrist Course in Maui, sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He joined an internationally recognized faculty of experts in the field of hand surgery, giving lectures on pediatric wrist fractures and treatment of failed basal joint surgery before an international audience of hand and wrist surgeons .

Sarah Larch, Physician Assistant will participate in medical relief trip to Haiti

NWOA Physician Assistant, Sarah Larch, will participate in a medical relief trip to Chantal, Haiti, from November 8-14, 2011. Currently there are more than two million Haitians that are displaced since the earthquake and recent hurricane. Many have relocated to more rural areas, such as Chantal. The government has asked healthcare workers to focus on [...]

The Latest in Hip Surgery: One Patient’s Success Story

Pain from Osteoarthritis Day Acheson has always been active. Growing up, he played soccer and began rock climbing and mountaineering at age 20. In his late 30s, Day began to notice problems with his left hip, but continued his active lifestyle. At 40, he was diagnosed with osteoarthritis and made the decision to limit his [...]

Bruce M. Leslie, M.D. led a delegation of hand surgeons to the AAOS National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference

The National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference is a political gathering of orthopaedic surgeons from across the country.

Dr. Daniel Snyder lectures at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery National Meeting

In addition to moderating a symposium on new innovations in hip arthroplasty, Dr. Snyder’s lectures included: “Mini Hip as the Standard Total Hip Replacement” and “Clinical Case Review of a Bone Preserving Stem”