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Jacksonville Orthopedic Surgeon Earns Award for Invention to Repair Achilles Tendon

Posted on June 19, 2024 - 5:41 pm by
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Dr. Jorge Acevedo wins prestigious Edison Award, recognized for innovative implant and technique

JACKSONVILLE, FL (June 19, 2024) – Not too many doctors can say they have invented something to help their patients. However, Dr. Jorge Acevedo, a nationally recognized Foot and Ankle surgery expert with Southeast Orthopedic Specialists, cannot only say he helped invent an important advance in orthopedic care, but also won an award for it.

 

Recently, the Jacksonville orthopedic surgeon earned the prestigious Edison Award – often referred to as the “Oscars of Innovation.” Just like the Olympics, winners in various categories are given a gold, silver, or bronze award. Dr. Acevedo and New York-based Dr. James McWilliam won the gold award, recognized for developing the Arthrex MIS FiberTak Achilles SpeedBridge Repair Implant System. This innovative system is used to repair the Achilles tendon, the large tendon at the back of the heel.

 

“We are proud to support Dr. Acevedo and Dr. McWilliam in their quest to revolutionize Achilles tendon repair,” said a spokesperson for Arthrex, Inc. “Their innovative implant system exemplifies our commitment to empowering surgeons with cutting-edge technology that improves patient outcomes.”

 

The Achilles tendon is comprised of strong tissues that connect the calf muscle to the heel. In some instances, the tendon may get damaged through overuse, physical activity or repeated stress and may require surgery.

 

With traditional Achilles tendon surgery, surgeons may need to open the back of the heel to repair the tendon. There may be large incisions, potential damage to surrounding tissue, major scarring and recovery time could be extensive.

 

Dr. Acevedo’s invention involves a minimally invasive procedure and specialized technique that minimizes damage to surrounding tissue. A series of innovative instruments and implants are used. Small incisions are made in the back of the heel and strong sutures are placed to hold the tendon against the heel bone.

MIS Achilles Blue Wire Illustration

As the area heals, patients are left with minimal scarring and a faster recovery time compared to traditional surgery.

“We are honored to receive the Thomas Edison Gold Award for our work in advancing orthopedic care,” said Dr. Acevedo. “Our goal was to develop a solution that not only effectively addresses Achilles tendon pathology but also prioritizes patient comfort and recovery.”

 

For more information, please visit www.se-ortho.com. Click “here” to view an animation of the Arthrex system.

 

About Southeast Orthopedic Specialists

Established in 2001, Southeast Orthopedic Specialists is a regional leader in musculoskeletal care. Southeast Orthopedic Specialists was founded on the principle of providing high-quality, comprehensive care in the Northeast Florida region. The entire spectrum of orthopedic care is provided to patients, including orthopedic surgery, spine care, physiatry, pain management, chiropractic, podiatry and physical therapy. Physicians at Southeast Orthopedic Specialists are leading experts in their field with decades of experience, including the completion of multiple fellowships and groundbreaking research. Visit www.se-ortho.com to learn more.

 

About Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company (HOPCo)

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company (HOPCo) is the national leader of integrated musculoskeletal value-based health outcomes management, practice management and health system service line management. This includes comprehensive expertise across all MSK specialties, including orthopedics, spine, neurosurgery, hand, pain management, rehabilitation and neurology. HOPCo’s integrated care, analytics, and facilities development and management platforms have proven to increase the quality of patient care while reliably reducing the total cost of care across the care continuum for practices, health systems and payors alike. HOPCo’s affiliated payors, practices, and health systems successfully participate in highly efficient value-based contracting (bundled payments, chronic episodes of care initiatives, population health programs, and other advanced risk-based arrangements) utilizing HOPCo’s proprietary platforms, IT solutions, integrated analytics, and evidence-based comprehensive care pathways. Visit https://hopco.com to learn more.

 

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David Lozano
Senior Director of Communications
Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company (HOPCo)
18444 N. 25th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85023
623.241.8779
David.lozano@hopco.com

Southeast Orthopedic Specialists Expands with Additional Physician and Riverside Location

Posted on September 22, 2020 - 8:11 pm by

michael-robinson-mdJacksonville, FL (September 22, 2020) – Southeast Orthopedic Specialists, the regional leader in musculoskeletal care, is pleased to welcome Dr. Michael Robinson to its highly-trained team of orthopedic and spine specialists. Dr. Robinson will be seeing patients in Southeast Orthopedic Specialists newest Riverside location beginning October 1. The new Riverside DePaul Clinic is located at 2 Shircliff Way, Ste. 605 in Jacksonville.

“Our goal has always been to recruit physicians with the highest level of training and clinical skills. Dr. Robinson is certainly no exception to that given his extensive military achievements,” said Donnie Romine, CEO of Southeast Orthopedic Specialists. “Dr. Robinson will help continue our mission of providing the highest level of care to patients throughout the Jacksonville area.”

Michael Robinson, MD is a board-certified and fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in joint replacement, including total knee replacement and total hip replacement. Dr. Robinson joins Southeast Orthopedic Specialists with extensive military service in the United States Navy.

After earning his Doctoral Degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Dr. Robinson completed a surgical internship with Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii. He received flight surgeon training from the Naval Aviation Medical Institute in Florida. He served as a Naval Flight Surgeon before his orthopedic surgery training. He completed his orthopedic residency at Naval Medical Center-San Diego and fellowship training in adult reconstruction and joint replacement at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.

Before joining Southeast Orthopedic Specialists, Dr. Robinson cared for patients as an Orthopedic Surgeon locally and internationally while deployed in Afghanistan and stationed in Japan. Throughout Dr. Robinson’s distinguished career, he has served in leadership roles such as Chief Medical Officer and Chair of the Medical Executive Committee at the Naval Hospital Jacksonville where he also served as the Department Head of Orthopedic Surgery.

Dr. Robinson’s professionalism and dedication has earned him numerous honors such as the Jacksonville Business Journal Healthcare Hero Award, the Meritorious Service Medal and the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal. He has broad experience in research, presentations within the medical community and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.

About Southeast Orthopedic Specialists

Established in 2001, Southeast Orthopedic Specialists is a regional leader in musculoskeletal care. SOS was founded on the principle of providing high-quality, comprehensive care in the North Florida region. The entire spectrum of orthopedic care is provided to patients including: orthopedic surgery, spine care, physiatry, pain management, chiropractic, podiatry and physical therapy. Physicians at Southeast Orthopedic Specialists are leading experts in their field with decades of experience, including the completion of multiple fellowships and groundbreaking research. Visit www.se-ortho.com to learn more.

Things to Know about Revision Knee Replacement

Posted on January 7, 2019 - 12:00 am by

Though knee replacement implants are created to last for a long time, they will not last indefinitely. There are a number of factors that can cause an implant to wear out, requiring revision knee replacement surgery to replace the old implant. If your doctor has mentioned revision knee surgery, you may be left with a lot of questions. Read more to learn everything you need to know about this type of surgery. (more…)

Partial vs Total Knee Replacement: Learn the Difference

Posted on November 16, 2018 - 4:15 am by

The human body is an amazing machine. The musculoskeletal system gives your body form, stability, and mobility. This system, made up of bones, muscles, ligaments, joints, cartilage, and other connective tissues, is truly exceptional. Joints like your knees work endlessly each day for years. While your body can withstand a lot of wear, injury, arthritis, and other issues can cause serious joint damage. If the damage is serious enough, you may need a full or partial joint replacement. If you think you’ll need joint replacement surgery in Jacksonville, FL, you might want to know the difference between a partial and a total knee replacement.  (more…)

Checklist to Follow before Hip Replacement Surgery

Posted on November 12, 2018 - 4:07 am by

As people get older or suffer injuries, hip replacement surgery can become inevitable. While it might sound scary, especially for someone who has never had surgery before, it’s a remarkably safe procedure. Patients often experience fantastic results and are immensely pleased with their increased mobility and comfort. But that doesn’t mean that you should ever approach surgery blindly. (more…)

Choosing the Right Orthopedic Surgeon for Joint Replacement

Posted on November 7, 2018 - 3:53 am by

You should always feel comfortable and confident when it comes to your surgeon. Doing a little bit of research beforehand is a great way to feel more at ease with your choices. First and foremost, you should always work with a board-certified surgeon. Do your research to see what it means to be board-certified. You will want to have an understanding of what a board-certified orthopedic surgeon is, so you can find the right one for your joint replacement. Here are ways to narrow it down even further. (more…)

Interesting Facts about Fractures

Posted on October 29, 2018 - 12:00 am by

Hopefully, you never have a painful fracture. Broken bones are no fun. They take a long time to heal, make it difficult to do daily activities, and the cast isn’t a walk in the park. It’s itchy and smelly. That doesn’t mean that there aren’t some interesting facts about fractures. Check out these 5 fun facts about fractures:

  • Casts: Can you guess the most popular cast colors? If you said neon green or pink, you guessed right! Oh, and if you want to be on trend with decorating your cast, then break out the Bedazzler and some jewels. Make that cast sparkle and shine!
  • Bone facts: The 5 most common broken bones are the humerus, the tibia, the ulna, the fibula, and the radius.
  • Most painful break: That would be the femur bone.
  • Top 5 causes of fractures is all sports, snowboarding, monkey bars, trampolines, and scooters.
  • Male vs. Female: Who’s more likely to break a bone? According to surveys, 59% of fractures happen to males.

Have you experienced a broken bone and continue to have painful issues long after the break has healed? Contact Southeast Orthopedic Specialists. We specialize in physical therapy, hand and wrist issues, foot and ankle problems, sports medicine, spine care, and joint replacement. Our team of orthopedic specialists know how to treat recurring problems from past injuries. We evaluate our patients thoroughly and prescribe treatment regimens designed to get you relief not just fast but permanently. If you live in Jacksonville or another area of North Florida, contact Southeast Orthopedic Specialists today to schedule an appointment. Call us at (904) 634-0640 or visit us online at se-ortho.com.

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