Shoulder & Elbow
Our Shoulder & Elbow specialists are committed to finding and implementing the best plan of care for you
The Asheville Office is now located at 1 Hospital Drive Suite 5100. The Biltmore Park location is now located at 310 Long Shoals Rd Suite 301 (instead of 201).Restricted VisitationTo ensure a safe care environment, AOA is allowing one visitor per patient to accompany the patient to the exam room. If an interpreter is necessary, we may limit the total number of people with the patient. Visitors must be over the age of 16 and meet screening criteria prior to entering the facility. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as AOA stays committed to the health and wellbeing of our patients and everyone we serve. |
Our Shoulder & Elbow specialists are committed to finding and implementing the best plan of care for you
The shoulder and elbow joints work together. The shoulder is one of the most flexible joints in the human body, permitting you to rotate and place your arm in many different positions. It is this flexibility however, that also makes your shoulder prone to injury and instability. The elbow is a hinge type joint, allowing you to carry objects.
There are many things that can affect use of these joints, ranging from joint pain to bone fractures.
Correct diagnosis and treatment of a presenting shoulder or elbow problem can make a significant difference in your care experience.
Often, non-surgical treatment methods are recommended before surgery. If surgery is needed, we will assist you throughout the entire process. The Shoulder & Elbow specialists at Asheville Orthopaedic Associates are committed to working with you to accurately and correctly diagnose your shoulder or elbow problem and to recommend and implement an appropriate treatment plan.
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If your specific condition is not listed, we can likely still help. Please call us at 828-252-7331 for more information.
Christopher L. Elder, M.D.
Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Shoulder & Elbow, Hip & Knee, General OrthopedicsGeneral Orthopedic Surgeon, Asheville Orthopaedic Associates
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Myron W. Smith, M.D.
Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Shoulder & Elbow, Hip & Knee, General OrthopedicsOrthopedic Surgeon, Asheville Orthopaedic Associates
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Gordon I. Groh, M.D.
Shoulder, Elbow, Hand & Wrist, Nerve, Sports MedicineDirector of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Mission Hospital
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