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TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine (Business )

TSAOG Orthoapedics & Spine has more than 42 orthopedic specialists and over 100 providers that are experienced, skilled, and subspecialty trained to treat and care for the full range of musculoskeletal disorders.

The physicians at TSAOG specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system, including:

  • Joint replacement and arthritis
  • Sports medicine injuries
  • Arthroscopic surgery
  • Spine treatment
  • Care and surgery of the shoulder, elbow, hand, wrist, knee, foot, and ankle

We also offer additional services, including:

  • Hand therapy and physical therapy
  • Industrial rehabilitation
  • Worker’s comp
  • Digital imaging
  • Outpatient surgery
  • Orthopaedic urgent care

Our Total Care approach allows for seamless integration of admission, diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and discharge processes. Together our team of specialists, nurses, and therapists work in concert to provide a complete continuum of care for our patients.

Monday: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM Friday: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Sunday: CLOSED
Usman Mirza - Chief Executive Officer
Chris Kean - Chief Operations Officer
Online and Virtual Assistance

OrthoInfo was created to support orthopaedic surgeons in their discussions with patients by providing trustworthy and nonbiased online educational resources. Using OrthoInfo, doctors and other healthcare providers can share images, articles, and videos on various topics — from arthritis and sports injuries, to preparing patients for surgery, pain management, and recovery — from a mobile phone or tablet. Checklists help patients talk to their doctors about their medications, their existing medical conditions, and other factors that can impact the success of their surgery.

Staff can also email links or direct patients and caregivers to our OrthoInfo website for more information or to the TSAOG YouTube video playlist

All OrthoInfo articles and resources are developed by orthopaedic surgeons who are experts in their fields. The editorial team at AAOS then works to make more complex medical information easier to read and understand. All articles and resources are reviewed by orthopaedic surgeons on a regular basis to ensure that the information presented is up-to-date.

Please note that the unbiased, reliable information provided on OrthoInfo is not intended to serve as medical advice. This information is provided as an educational service. If you are seeking specific musculoskeletal advice or assistance, please consult with your orthopaedic surgeon. If you need an orthopaedic surgeon, you can search for one in your area by using the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ "Find an Orthopaedist" tool. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) does not endorse any treatments, procedures, products, or physicians referenced herein. 

Updated within the last year

TSAOG’s WorkSmart Industrial Rehabilitation Program focuses on the physical and behavioral rehabilitation of injured workers. 

Our Industrial Rehabilitation Center team is composed of licensed professionals providing high quality physical and behavioral care in an industrial rehabilitation setting. 

We strive to improve the work ethic of injured employees and return them to a healthy and employable condition so they may successfully rejoin the workforce. 

What We Do:

  • Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs)
  • Work Hardening
  • Work Conditioning
  • Functional Job Descriptions (FJD)
  • Post-Offer Employment Testing (POET)/Fit For Duty (FFD)

If you have suffered a work-related injury and have not been able to return to work following traditional physical therapy, your doctor may recommend industrial rehabilitation to facilitate your recovery. This type of program is a unique form of therapy referred to as either work hardening or work conditioning.

POETs and FFDs do not require Physician Referral, although if the applicant/employee/evaluator has concern, medical clearance may be required.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last year

Our surgery center combines the latest in advanced equipment, technology and facilities with a friendly and supportive atmosphere for your surgical care.

TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine's Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) is designed to address the needs of patients in a one-stop setting by providing licensed, certified staff specializing in orthopaedic care. For this purpose, our physicians have assembled a Total Care approach to enable the finest outcome for your care. 

The building features:
• Outpatient surgical care
• Eight state-of-the-art operating rooms
• Open-ended MRI
• CT and X-ray capabilities
• Physical therapy
• Other medical ancillary services

Your surgeon will discuss with you the details of your surgery. You will be given detailed instructions and a representative will contact you to obtain and confirm necessary personal information.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

For most covered surgical procedures, we will bill your insurance for you.
If you have a co-payment or deductible, you will know your out-of-pocket costs in advance.

Updated within the last year

Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone in which you lose too much bone as you age, making your bones more porous than they should be and weakening their underlying structure. The more porous your bones become, the more likely they are to break.

If you are over the age of 50 and are treated for a fracture known to be indicative of osteoporosis, your physician may refer you for a Bone Health consultation. During your bone health consultation, a provider will work with you to:

  • Educate you on osteoporosis and why you are considered at risk.
  • Evaluate your specific case with a detailed history, physical, and referral for any additional testing necessary.
  • Establish a treatment plan, which might include lifestyle changes and medication to prevent further bone loss or even rebuild bone.

If you are over the age of 50 and experience one of the following types of fractures, you should be screened for osteoporosis:

  • Wrist (Distal Radius) Fracture
  • Spine (Vertebral) Fracture
  • Hip Fracture
  • Shoulder (Proximal Humerus) Fracture

That's why TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine created the Bone Health Program. Nationally Recognized Expertise in Preventing Fractures.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 3:50 PM
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Janean Vargas
(210) 630-4650
Updated within the last year

Orthopedic Primary Care is a full-service clinic that covers a broad array of different Orthopaedic needs. Orthopedic Primary Care is the first line of defense for Orthopedic wellness. We treat every body part excluding the spine, and are even capable of accepting PRP Referrals.

PRP stands for “Platelet Rich Plasma”. This process takes the patient’s own blood, spins it in a centrifuge, then takes the serum with the highest platelet counts and injects it into the affected area to aid the healing process. 

Orthopedic Primary Care may be right for you if you experience any of the following symptoms.

  • Pain in the extremities
  • Concerned about a strain or sprain
  • Acute injury
  • PRP injection referrals
  • Fractures
  • Other Orthopedic needs, excluding spine

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM - See Below
Friday: 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM - See Below
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Hours may fluctuate so please call to schedule an appointment.
Luis Perez
(210) 804-8400
Updated within the last year

Orthopedic Primary Care is a full-service clinic that covers a broad array of different Orthopaedic needs. Orthopedic Primary Care is the first line of defense for Orthopedic wellness. We treat every body part excluding the spine, and are even capable of accepting PRP Referrals.

PRP stands for “Platelet Rich Plasma”. This process takes the patient’s own blood, spins it in a centrifuge, then takes the serum with the highest platelet counts and injects it into the affected area to aid the healing process. 

Orthopedic Primary Care may be right for you if you experience any of the following symptoms.

  • Pain in the extremities
  • Concerned about a strain or sprain
  • Acute injury
  • PRP injection referrals
  • Fractures
  • Other Orthopedic needs, excluding spine

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM - See Below
Friday: 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM - See Below
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Hours may fluctuate so please call to schedule an appointment.
Luis Perez
(210) 804-8400
Updated within the last year

The Imaging Centers at TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine offer non-invasive and painless diagnostic procedures through Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) or Computerized Tomography (CT) to be completed for your diagnostic workup.

These imaging services will allow your physician to confirm bone and soft-tissue injuries or diseases that may not be found by a regular X-ray or physical exam.

While the scan time for your imaging procedure varies, please plan on being with us for approximately one hour. This will ensure time to register you for your scan and allow for changing into and out of the gown you will be required to wear for your exam.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Thursday: 9:30 PM
Friday: 9:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last year

Specialty Care – Skip the ER and go straight to an orthopaedic specialist for a fast and accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.

Emergency & Walk-in Ortho Care For:

  • Sprains and Strains
  • Shoulder Injuries
  • Elbow Injuries
  • Broken Bones and Fractures
  • Sports Injuries
  • Knee Injuries
  • Hip Injuries
  • Foot and Ankle Injuries
  • Hand and Wrist Injuries
  • Neck and Spinal Injuries
  • Torn Ligaments
  • Injured Tendons
    Other Musculoskeletal Injuries

Treatment Options for the Whole Family – OrthoNow welcomes patients of all ages with urgent orthopedic concerns.

Onsite Access to Additional Services – Imaging (X-ray, CT, MRI) and casting/bracing services are available onsite for your convenience.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

In Network Coverage – We accept most major insurance plans, INCLUDING Blue Cross Blue Shield (effective 1/1/2019). We also offer cash rates.  Please call to verify your coverage prior to treatment.

Lower Cost – OrthoNow bills as a specialty office visit, not as an urgent care or emergency room visit, saving you money.

Hours
Monday: 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday: 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday: 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday: 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: CLOSED

Immediate Access ā€“ Same day appointments and walk-ins are welcome, with shorter wait times compared to the ER or a general urgent care clinic.
Updated within the last year

Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone in which you lose too much bone as you age, making your bones more porous than they should be, and weakening their underlying structure. The more porous your bones become, the more likely they are to break.

If you are over the age of 50 and are treated for a fracture known to be indicative of osteoporosis, your physician may refer you for a Bone Health consultation. During your bone health consultation a provider will work with you to:

  • Educate you on osteoporosis and why you are considered at risk.
  • Evaluate your specific case with a detailed history, physical, and referral for any additional testing necessary.
  • Establish a treatment plan, which might include lifestyle changes and medication to prevent further bone loss or even rebuild bone.

If you are over the age of 50 and experience one of the following types of fractures, you should be screened for osteoporosis:

  • Wrist (Distal Radius) Fracture
  • Spine (Vertebral) Fracture
  • Hip Fracture
  • Shoulder (Proximal Humerus) Fracture

That’s why TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine created the Bone Health Program. Nationally Recognized Expertise in Preventing Fractures.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:50 PM - See Below
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Nurse Practitioner alternates every other Friday between Ridgewood or Brooks City Base locations. Call to verify location and hours.
Janean Vargas
(210) 630-4650
Updated within the last year

Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone in which you lose too much bone as you age, making your bones more porous than they should be and weakening their underlying structure. The more porous your bones become, the more likely they are to break.

If you are over the age of 50 and are treated for a fracture known to be indicative of osteoporosis, your physician may refer you for a Bone Health consultation. During your bone health consultation, a provider will work with you to:

  • Educate you on osteoporosis and why you are considered at risk.
  • Evaluate your specific case with a detailed history, physical, and referral for any additional necessary testing.
  • Establish a treatment plan, which might include lifestyle changes and medication to prevent further bone loss or even rebuild bone.

If you are over the age of 50 and experience one of the following types of fractures, you should be screened for osteoporosis:

  • Wrist (Distal Radius) Fracture
  • Spine (Vertebral) Fracture
  • Hip Fracture
  • Shoulder (Proximal Humerus) Fracture

That’s why TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine created the Bone Health Program. Nationally Recognized Expertise in Preventing Fractures.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 3:50 PM
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Janean Vargas
(210) 630-4650
Updated within the last year

Our surgery center combines the latest in advanced equipment, technology and facilities with a friendly and supportive atmosphere for your surgical care.

TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine's Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) is designed to address the needs of patients in a one-stop setting by providing licensed, certified staff specializing in orthopaedic care. For this purpose, our physicians have assembled a Total Care approach to enable the finest outcome for your care. 

The building features:
• Outpatient surgical care
• Eight state-of-the-art operating rooms
• Open-ended MRI
• CT and X-ray capabilities
• Physical therapy
• Other medical ancillary services

Your surgeon will discuss with you the details of your surgery. You will be given detailed instructions and a representative will contact you to obtain and confirm necessary personal information.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

For most covered surgical procedures, we will bill your insurance for you.
If you have a co-payment or deductible, you will know your out-of-pocket costs in advance.

Updated within the last year

Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone in which you lose too much bone as you age, making your bones more porous than they should be and weakening their underlying structure. The more porous your bones become, the more likely they are to break.

If you are over the age of 50 and are treated for a fracture known to be indicative of osteoporosis, your physician may refer you for a Bone Health consultation. During your bone health consultation, a provider will work with you to:

  • Educate you on osteoporosis and why you are considered at risk.
  • Evaluate your specific case with a detailed history, physical, and referral for any additional testing necessary.
  • Establish a treatment plan, which might include lifestyle changes and medication to prevent further bone loss or even rebuild bone.

If you are over the age of 50 and experience one of the following types of fractures, you should be screened for osteoporosis:

  • Wrist (Distal Radius) Fracture
  • Spine (Vertebral) Fracture
  • Hip Fracture
  • Shoulder (Proximal Humerus) Fracture

That's why TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine created the Bone Health Program. Nationally Recognized Expertise in Preventing Fractures.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 3:50 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:50 PM - See Below
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

The Nurse Practitioner alternates every other Friday between The Ridgewood location and the Brooks City Base location. Call to verify location and hours.
Janean Vargas
(210) 630-4650
Updated within the last year

The Imaging Centers at TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine offer non-invasive and painless diagnostic procedures through Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) or Computerized Tomography (CT) to be completed for your diagnostic workup.

These imaging services will allow your physician to confirm bone and soft-tissue injuries or diseases that may not be found by a regular X-ray or physical exam.

While the scan time for your imaging procedure varies, please plan on being with us for approximately one hour. This will ensure time to register you for your scan and allow for changing into and out of the gown you will be required to wear for your exam.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: CLOSED

Updated within the last year

For patients presenting with joint pain due to arthritis, the first step is usually conservative treatment, which includes but is not limited to medication and physical therapy (or a home exercise program).

If conservative treatment is not successful, you will likely proceed to interventional methods or joint injections. The most common joint injections both seek to alleviate pain and increase range of motion. They are:

Steroid Injections (or corticosteroid injections) are used to treat inflammation, arthritis, and joint disease. They are commonly used in the knee, hip, and shoulder to relieve pain and swelling, but can also be used to treat pain in other joints including the elbow, wrist, and ankle.

There are benefits and drawbacks to steroid injections, including:

  • Fast Relief – Steroid injections typically offer relief within 24-48 hours of the injection.
  • Short-Term Relief – Pain relief from a steroid injection can last from 6-12 weeks.
  • Limitations on Repeat Use – Steroid injections are often most effective the first time, with subsequent injections losing their efficacy. These injections also cannot be given too frequently without a risk of weakening the surrounding structures of the joint.

Hyaluronic acid injections (also referred to as viscosupplementation) are used to treat osteoarthritis most commonly in the knee. The hyaluronic acid is injected back into the painful joint, coating and lubricating it to reduce friction and pain and increase the range of motion.

Hyaluronic acid is a natural lubricating component in the lining of your joints. However, as we age, our bodies produce this substance at a lower quantity and quality. In patients suffering from osteoarthritis, the hyaluronic acid thins even further, causing friction and pain as the joint operates.

Currently, the FDA has only approved viscosupplementation for use on the knee, but there is evidence to support its use in the hip and shoulder as well. These injections can be given safely if steroid injections have proven ineffective.

Speak to your physician to find out if hyaluronic acid injections may be a good option for you.

In most cases, insurance plans will cover the approved use of steroid injections and viscosupplementation. However, every insurance company has its own standards and guidelines, so it is best to verify your individual coverage prior to scheduling your joint injection.

Call to book an appointment.
Updated within the last year

Orthopedic Primary Care is a full-service clinic that covers a broad array of different Orthopaedic needs. Orthopedic Primary Care is the first line of defense for Orthopedic wellness. We treat every body part excluding the spine, and are even capable of accepting PRP Referrals.

PRP stands for “Platelet Rich Plasma”. This process takes the patient’s own blood, spins it in a centrifuge, then takes the serum with the highest platelet counts and injects it into the affected area to aid the healing process. 

Orthopedic Primary Care may be right for you if you experience any of the following symptoms.

  • Pain in the extremities
  • Concerned about a strain or sprain
  • Acute injury
  • PRP injection referrals
  • Fractures
  • Other Orthopedic needs, excluding spine

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM - See Below
Tuesday: 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM - See Below
Wednesday: 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM - See Below
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Hours may fluctuate so please call to schedule an appointment.
Luis Perez
(210) 804-8400
Updated within the last year

Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone in which you lose too much bone as you age, making your bones more porous than they should be, and weakening their underlying structure. The more porous your bones become, the more likely they are to break.

If you are over the age of 50 and are treated for a fracture known to be indicative of osteoporosis, your physician may refer you for a Bone Health consultation. During your bone health consultation a provider will work with you to:

  • Educate you on osteoporosis and why you are considered at risk.
  • Evaluate your specific case with a detailed history, physical, and referral for any additional testing necessary.
  • Establish a treatment plan, which might include lifestyle changes and medication to prevent further bone loss or even rebuild bone.

If you are over the age of 50 and experience one of the following types of fractures, you should be screened for osteoporosis:

  • Wrist (Distal Radius) Fracture
  • Spine (Vertebral) Fracture
  • Hip Fracture
  • Shoulder (Proximal Humerus) Fracture

That’s why TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine created the Bone Health Program. Nationally Recognized Expertise in Preventing Fractures.

Click here for insurance information, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Hours
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 11:40 AM
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

Janean Vargas
(210) 630-4650
Updated within the last year