SVMC ORTHOPEDICS


Restoring Active Lifestyles

Don’t let pain or injury keep you on the sidelines of your own life.

If pain or injury is holding you back from living the life you want, SVMC Orthopedics can help. The team of board-certified providers is here to provide the individualized treatment and compassionate care you need to get back to leading the life you love. SVMC Orthopedics offers state of the art diagnostic and treatment services, including non-surgical options and same-day joint replacement. 

If you suffer from severe or chronic hip, knee, or ankle pain, total joint replacement may be the best solution. Your orthopedic surgeon will help you understand your options and how joint replacement surgery can help to not just relieve your pain, but get you back to leading a full and active life.

Whether you need a hip replacement or knee replacement, surgeries are performed at SVMC with a rehabilitation program developed in conjunction with our Sports and Therapy department. We offer both in- patient and out-patient therapy options. Some patients are able to return home from a joint replacement surgery on the same day. For patients requiring additional recovery time, the Centers for Living & Rehabilitation (CLR) located on our campus can provide additional extra nursing care and therapy before returning home to fully independent care.

Because getting back to living is the ultimate goal of spinal surgery, the reduced recovery time required by minimally invasive surgery makes it an ideal option for many. 

At SVMC, you’ll be treated by a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon extensively trained in performing minimally invasive spine procedures and creating customized treatment plans. In some cases, you’ll be up and about in a few hours and back to work in a matter of days or weeks, not months.

Injuries to the rotator cuff are not only painful, they can be life limiting. When possible, the fellowship-trained surgeons at SVMC will attempt to treat your injury through non-surgical means, which may include physical therapy, medication, or injections. If those efforts are unsuccessful, your physician may recommend surgery here at SVMC. Utilizing the latest in arthroscopic technology, your repair can be made with only a slight incision, reducing your recovery time and chance of infection.  For more complicated injuries, a more involved surgery or even joint replacement may be necessary.

Regardless of your procedure, your care will continue post-surgery with a comprehensive rehabilitation plan developed in conjunction with our Physical Therapy department.

In addition to being delicate and complex, your hands and wrists are essential to your daily life. At SVMC, we appreciate that an injury or problem can limit your ability to work, play, and generally enjoy life. From fractures and arthritis to deformities and carpal tunnel syndrome, our providers can care for you. They can create a custom treatment plan using the most advanced surgical techniques, devices, and rehabilitation programs to help you maximize function and minimize pain for the best results possible.

The average person experiences two bone fractures in their lifetime. But as common as they are, every fracture is unique. From complex and stress to oblique and greenstick, at SVMC we diagnose and treat fractures with the specific cause and needs of the patient in mind. On-site imaging technology allows us to quickly assess your need and move quickly to begin the mending process. Depending upon the nature and cause of your injury, we may develop a continuing care plan to reduce or eliminate the chance of future injury.

Whether you’re a competitive athlete or a weekend warrior, our board-certified, fellowship-trained sports medicine specialists can help relieve your pain and get you back in the game or back to your everyday routine.

Our first approach is always conservative, meaning you won’t endure unnecessary treatments or care for your injury. We use the latest techniques and methods to resolve your issue in a manner that’s appropriate for you and your lifestyle.

If your injury does require surgery, it can be performed here, close to home where you can rest and recover in comfort. As part of your care, we’ll develop a personalized recovery plan utilizing the talents and facilities of our on-site Physical Therapy department. Together, we’ll help you recover faster, improve your strength and performance, and reduce the potential for future re-injury.

SVMC Physical Therapy

SVMC Occupational Therapy

Arthritis Today www.arthritistoday.org

National Osteoporosis Foundation nof.org

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons orthoinfo.aaos.org

American Medical Society for Sports Medicine www.amssm.org

Yoga instructor Jane Jezouit had increasing pain in her hip to the point that she had difficulty teaching her yoga classes. In this video, she describes the care she received from SVMC Orthopedics and Dr. Michaela Schneiderbauer to get back to her active self.

Les Jorgensen's hip pain made it difficult for him to walk from his living room to his kitchen; never mind enjoy the activities he loves. After a hip replacement with Dr. Michaela Schneiderbauer, MD, of SVMC Orthopedics, he walks 18-holes of golf three times a week, pain free.

Celia Bahny and her family are very active. Unfortunately, Celia suffered a broken arm (in the same spot twice!) which slowed her down for a spell. Today, she is fully recovered with help from Dr. Matthew Nofziger of SVMC Orthopedics. In this video, Celia and her mother, Holly, discuss her care with Southwestern Vermont Medical Center and how we helped get her back to their active lifestyle.

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Avid hiker and guide Keld Alstrup relied on Dr. Matthew Nofziger and the expert team at SVMC Orthopedics to relieve his knee pain and restore his active lifestyle. Now he's back to "peak performance."

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Deborah Slaner Larkin talks about the care she received from Southwestern Vermont Medical Center Orthopedics and Sports Medicine and Dr. Suk Namkoong.

 

332 Dewey Street, Bennington, VT 05201
Phone: (802) 442-6314
Fax: (844) 526-1901

Hours:
Monday – Friday:  8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Directions: 
For directions to SVMC Orthopedics, click here.

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    How to Avoid Binge Drinking Over the Holidays
    Grace Weatherby
    / Categories: WELLNESS, 2023

    How to Avoid Binge Drinking Over the Holidays

    The holiday season offers more opportunities to celebrate with others where alcohol is being served. It’s also a time when some people are more likely to drink beyond their limits, and experience adverse consequences — from arguments and alcohol poisoning to personal injuries to car accidents.

    What is binge drinking?

    Binge drinking means drinking a lot of alcohol in a short amount of time, leading to a blood alcohol content of 0.8% or more. That translates to about five drinks for men and four drinks for women over a two-hour period. Other factors are involved, such as whether a person has eaten before drinking, taken medication, or used other drugs.

    Binge drinking is a common occurrence. Studies by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) show that about 40% of college students report they binge-drink, but that more than half of the total binge drinks are consumed by those aged 35 and older. According to the Vermont Department of Health, binge drinking in Vermont exceeds the national average by several percentage points. The harmful effects of binge drinking are common and sometimes fatal.

    What you don’t feel can hurt you

    Many people assume that because they are not feeling the stereotypical effects of excessive drinking, such as slurred speech and poor balance, that they are in full control. In reality, alcohol begins slowing down reaction time quickly after being consumed, impairing decision-making, and driving ability. A person can be drunk without experiencing drunkenness, and they can remain impaired long after they’ve stopped drinking. Consuming coffee can improve one’s alertness but has no effect on impaired reaction time.

    What are the other risks?

    The greatest danger of binge drinking is alcohol poisoning, which can be fatal. Symptoms can include confusion, vomiting, seizures, slow or irregular breathing, and unconsciousness. If you suspect alcohol poisoning call 911 immediately. Habitual binge drinking can also have serious effects on one’s health and lead to Alcohol Use Disorder. Individuals who binge drink frequently should seek professional help from their doctor or a local recovery organization.

    What protective steps should I take during the holiday season?

    Have a plan. Know the dangers and think ahead. Understand your own tendency to overdrink, and the environments and triggers which present the greatest risk to you. In social situations make a contract with yourself ahead of time about whether you will choose to drink, and if you do, how much and how fast. Then stick to it.

    Slow down, eat, and drink water. Eat before you drink and have a full glass of water between drinks.

    Downsize your drinks. Having smaller drinks reduces the amount of alcohol going into your body.

    Be mindful. Keep track of what you have consumed and avoid situations that put you in physical or sexual danger.

    Ask for a friend’s help. A friend can help you slow down, give you accurate feedback on your drinking and behavior, and drive you home.

    Put your own health and safety first. Consider consciously deciding not to binge drink, and avoiding situations and environments that might lead to excessive drinking.

    Where can I get more information and help?

    Here are two local organizations staffed by professionals who can help you confidentially:

    800-442-9700
    M-F 9-4 p.m. office hours

     

    802-565-LINK (5465)

     

    Other places to turn for help and resources include:

     

    Spencer Jarrett is a volunteer at Turning Point Recovery Center in Bennington, VT.

     

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