What Is Orthopedic Surgery?
Orthopedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine conditions, sports injuries, degenerative diseases and other injuries and conditions of the musculoskeletal system. At Aptiva Health, we have assembled top orthopedic surgeons to provide patients with excellent care throughout the region.
Orthopedics at Aptiva Health
At Aptiva Health, our orthopedic surgery department is comprised of top orthopedic surgeons in the region. Our orthopedic surgeons completed some of the best fellowship training programs throughout the nation. They are fellowship trained in sports medicine, pediatrics, spine, and more! Our top orthopedic team specializes in conservative care and minimally invasive surgical options for injuries and conditions to the shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, hip, neck, mid-back, and low-back. Whether a patient is injured during a sporting event, is suffering from degenerative disc disease, or is in need of a total joint replacement, we can help!
Orthopedic Conditions Treated at Aptiva Health
We treat the following orthopedic conditions, diseases, and injuries:
Procedures & Surgeries
Our orthopedic team specializes in the following procedures and surgeries:
Orthopedic Team
Steven smith, MD
Dr. Steve Smith is the Director of Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine at Aptiva Health. He is board certified in sports orthopedic surgery and is renowned for his expertise.
Michael Casnellie, MD
Dr. Michael Casnellie is board certified in orthopedic spine surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive neck and back surgery for patients in Louisville and Lexington.
David Mcconda, md
Dr. McConda is board certified in orthopedic spine surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive neck, back, and SI-joint fusions. He will begin seeing patients May 16, 2022.
JAIDEEP CHUNDURI, MD
Dr. Chunduri is a Board Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon. Dr. Chunduri is nationally recognized for his patient care approach and minimally invasive spinal surgery techniques.
steven ganzel, do, mhs
Dr. Ganzel is double Board Certified. He focuses on orthopaedic conditions, sports injuries, acute pain management, and interventional pain management.
sambhu choudhury, md
Dr. Choudhury specializes in sports orthopedics, pediatric orthopedics, total joint replacements, and is a pioneer in the regenerative orthopedic space.
Michael gilbert, pa-c
Michael Gilbert is a physician assistant with 30 years of experience. He has worked in general orthopedics, orthopedic spine, and sports orthopedics throughout his career. Michael specializes in orthopedic patient care, injections, and post-operative medical management.
molly roberson, pa-c
Molly Roberson is a physician assistant who has worked the past five years as a surgical assistant, specifically, in orthopedics. Molly specializes in orthopedic surgical assisting, treating orthopedic injuries and conditions, and direct patient care.
DAVID KOONCE, DNP
David Koonce has his doctorate of nursing practice. He works directly with Dr. Michael Casnellie to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with painful spine conditions, diseases, and injuries. David has experience working with musculoskeletal conditions and injuries to the joints and spine.
jennifer raisley, PA-C
Jennifer been a orthopedic physician assistant for 17 years. She is also an active member of the military and specializes in treating acute and orthopedic injuries and conditions.