Orthopedics
The Orthopedic Surgery Department at Artesia General Hospital delivers personalized, expert care to patients suffering from musculoskeletal disorders. Our services cover a range of surgery options with particular specialties in sports injuries, arthroscopic surgery, carpal tunnel surgery, fracture care and a variety of muscle and bone conditions. Our fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Marshall Baca, uses the latest surgical techniques and advanced surgical procedures, including minimally-invasive techniques.
Our multidisciplinary approach, which links the expertise of our orthopedic specialist, in concert with a team from radiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy and orthopedic nursing strives to insure that each patient receives the most appropriate and responsive treatment.
We set high expectations for your recovery and tackle any challenge to restore your function and range of motion. Our goal is to get you back to your favorite activities – where it’s walking, playing a professional sport or keeping up with your grandchildren.
We offer care and treatment for:
Muscle and Bone Conditions Treated:
- Sports injuries
- Musculoskeletal Trauma
- Fractures, Dislocations, Sprains
- Ligament Tears
- Degenerative Arthritis
- Tendonitis, Bursitis
- Stroke Contractures
- Infections, Tumors of the Skeletal System
Procedures:
- Arthroscopic Surgery
- Meniscus Tears
- ACL/PCL Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair & Shoulder Instability
- Elbow & Ankle Arthroscopy
- Stabilization of Fractures
- Carpal Tunnel Surgery and other Hand Conditions
Fellowship Trained in Pediatric Orthopedics:
- Scoliosis Treatment
- Clubfoot Deformities
- Bone Dysplasia
- Complex Pediatric Fractures
- Congenital Disorders
Hours for Artesia and Carlsbad:
Monday - Thursday, 8am - noon & 1 - 5pm
Friday, 8am - noon
For appointments:
Artesia - 575-748-8301
Carlsbad - 575-885-2188
