1. About the Department of Orthopedic Surgery

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at KUMC is responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of the spine, as well as the arm and leg musculoskeletal system. Our skilled specialists are fully committed to assisting in the recovery of the forms and functions of the patient's spine, as well as the upper and lower extremities. 

2. Examinations and Equipment

Here at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, we provide the latest MRI, CT scan, and bone scan in order to accurately diagnose and treat diseases and injuries of the bones, ligaments, cartilages, and nerves. We guarantee successful treatment results with the latest arthroscopy, laser, and computer-assisted navigation. Moreover, our IMS equipment is effective in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain.

3. Major Diseases

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at KUMC uses advanced treatment methods and devices according to the specific areas of expertise to treat the following diseases: 

* Knee Joint Center: This is a highly specialized treatment center that provides knee joint surgery and fast rehabilitation. 

* Shoulder and Elbow Joint Center: This treatment center uses arthroscopy to accurately identify the cause of shoulder pain, and treat sports injuries (e.g., rotator cuff tear, frozen shoulder, and chronic dislocation of the shoulder).  

* Sports Medicine Center: This center provides treatment for ligaments, cartilage, and bone tissue damage caused by sports injuries, as well as fast professional sports rehabilitation.

* Foot and Ankle Center: This center provides treatment for diseases and injuries of the foot, such as intoe, ankle instability, and plantar fasciitis.

* Spine Clinic: This center provides treatment for spinal deformity, scoliosis, low back pain, and intervertebral disc herniation, which is treated with a minimally invasive procedure.

* The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at KUMC also provides treatment for osteoporosis and osteoporotic fractures, and specializes treatment for joint movement disorders.