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Shoulder Pain

Shoulder and Elbow Center

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Complete Care From Diagnosis to Recovery

Evaluation

Evaluation

If you have an injury of the shoulder or elbow that is impeding the way that you live your life, see one of our specialists to discuss treatment options.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis

With access to state-of-the-art imaging and diagnostic tools, our specialists are able to accurately determine your injury and best course of treatment.

Treatment

Treatment

Our orthopedic surgeons are trained in a wide array of treatments for shoulder and elbow injuries. They will always tailor their treatments to the patient’s needs.

Recovery

Recovery

We have in-house Physical Therapists and Certified Hand Therapists equipped to provide all kinds of recovery assistance.

How We can Help

Biceps Tears

Biceps Tendinopathy

Fracture Care

Radial Head Replacement

Reverse Shoulder Replacement

Triceps Tear

Scapular Fractures

Frozen Shoulder

Adhesive Capsuloties

Shoulder Arthritis

Rotator Cuff Tears

Shoulder Arthroscopy

Shoulder Arthritis

Total Shoulder Replacement

Osteochondral Defects of the Shoulder

Elbow Arthritis

Elbow Dislocation

Elbow Tendon and Ligament

Elbow Fractures

Tennis Elbow

Golfers Elbow

Ulnar Nerve Compression

Elbow Arthroscopy

Elbow Path

Elbow Injuries

Elbow Contractures

Osteochondral Defects

Total Elbow Replacement

Total Shoulder Replacement

Shoulder Arthroscopy

Elbow Arthroscopy

Shoulder Replacement

Fracture Care

Work Related Injury Care

Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement

Arthroscopic Shoulder Instability Surgery

Joint Preservation

Elbow Replacement

Trauma Care

Upper Extremity Injuries

Complex Arthroscopy Shoulder Surgery

Open Shoulder Instability Surgery

Resources For Pain Management

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For more pain management information, read our blog articles.

Your Shoulder and Elbow Specialists Team

Dr. Hartzler
Robert U. Hartzler, M.D., M.S.
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Stephen T. Gates, M.D.

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Orthopedic at Brooks City Base

Mission Trail Medical Plaza
3327 Research Plaza, #215
San Antonio, TX 78235

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210-281-9595

Orthopedic at CHRISTUS Medical Center

Christus Santa Rosa NW, Tower I
2829 Babcock Rd., #700
San Antonio, TX 78229

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210-281-9595

Orthopedic at Ridgewood

Ridgewood Orthopaedic Center
19138 US-281 N
San Antonio, TX 78258

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210-281-9595

PHYSICIANS: Jeffrey B. Shroff, M.D. , Matthew C. Swann, M.D. , Sergio Viroslav, M.D. , Ronald W. Connor, M.D. , G. Lane Naugher, M.D. , Justin Robbins, M.D. , Scott R. Seidel, D.C. , Richard Nauert, M.D. , Alexander S. Rowland, M.D. , Cory J. Moczygemba, DPM , David E. Vizurraga, M.D. , Richard L. Ursone, M.D. , Jonathan S. Duncan, M.D. , Robert U. Hartzler, M.D., M.S. , Stephen C. Drukker, M.D. , Patrick Ahern, M.D. , Linzy Fitzsimons, M.D. , Joseph Poku, M.D. , Jessica F. Rutstein, D.P.M. , David R. Espinoza, M.D. , Lauren E. Karbach, M.D. , Casey D. Taber, M.D. , Randall C. Marx, M.D. , Michaelia Sunderland, M.D. , B. Christian Balldin, M.D. , Bryan W. Kaiser, M.D. , David T. Hughes, D.P.M. , Frank J. Garcia, M.D. , Eloy Ochoa, Jr., M.D. , Ephraim K. Brenman, D.O., R.M.S.K. , M. Brandon Dobson, M.D. , Dustin B. Rinehart, M.D.

Orthopedic at Westover Hills

Westover Hills Medical Plaza I
11212 State Hwy 151, #150
San Antonio, TX 78251

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210-281-9595

Orthopedic near Alamo Quarry Market

The Orthopaedic Institute
400 Concord Plaza Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78216

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210-281-9595

Orthopedic New Braunfels

Resolute Retail Plaza
601 Creekside Crossing #106
New Braunfels, TX 78130

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210-281-9595

Orthopedic on Schertz Parkway

Schertz Parkway Professional Plaza
5000 Schertz Parkway, #600
Schertz, TX 78154

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210-281-9595

WorkSmart Industrial Rehabilitation

Grayson Heights
1422 East Grayson Street, Ste 102
San Antonio, TX 78208

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210-281-9595

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Ridgewood Orthopaedic Center

Schertz

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Westover Hills

WorkSmart at Grayson Heights

Brooks City Base

New Braunfels

Hand and Upper Extremity

Hands & Upper Extremity at TSAOG

Hand, Wrist & Upper Extremity Specialists

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Complete Care From Diagnosis to Recovery

Evaluation

Evaluation

If you have an injuiry of the hand or upper extremity that is impeding the way that you live your life, see one of our specialists to discuss treatment options.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis

With access to state-of-the-art imaging and diagnostic tools, our specialists are able to accurately determine your injury and best course of treatment.

Treatment

Treatment

Our orthopedic surgeons are trained in a wide array of treatments for hand and upper extremity injuries. They will always tailor their treatments to the patient’s needs.

Recovery

Recovery

We have in-house Physical Therapists and Certified Hand Therapists equipped to provide all kinds of recovery assistance.

Conditions We Care For

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Congenital Deformities

Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Degenerative Arthritis / Rheumatoid Arthritis

Dupuytren's Contracture

Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release

Fracture Care of the Hand and Wrist

First CMS Arthritis / Joint Replacement

Nerve and Vessel Damage

Tendon Lacerations

Tendonitis of the Wrist (De Quervain's)

Wrist Arthroscopy

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Biceps Tears/ Biceps Repair

Biceps Tendinopathy

Elbow Arthritis

Elbow Arthroscopy

Elbow Dislocation

Elbow Contracture Release

Osteochondral Defects

Triceps Tear

Tendon Lacerations

Ulnar Nerve Compression

Tennis/Golfer's Elbow

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Shoulder Arthritis

Total Elbow Replacement

Total Shoulder Replacement

Ulnar Nerve Compressions

Radial Head Replacement

Reverse Shoulder Replacement

Rotator Cuff Tears

Shoulder Arthroscopy

Shoulder Impingement

Resources For Upper Extremity Care

Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation - Phase 1 - Dr. Montanez
Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation - Phase 2 - Dr. Montanez
Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation - Phase 3 - Dr. Montanez

Your Hand and Upper Extremity Team

Anthony Montanez, M.D.
Stephen C. Drukker, M.D.
Lauren E. Karbach, M.D.
Christian A. Woodbury, M.D.
Mickey S. Cho, M.D.
Alexander S. Rowland, M.D.
Michaelia Sunderland, M.D.
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210-804-5400

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Orthopedic at Brooks City Base

Mission Trail Medical Plaza
3327 Research Plaza, #215
San Antonio, TX 78235

BOOK NOW

210-281-9595

Orthopedic at CHRISTUS Medical Center

Christus Santa Rosa NW, Tower I
2829 Babcock Rd., #700
San Antonio, TX 78229

BOOK NOW

210-281-9595

Orthopedic at Ridgewood

Ridgewood Orthopaedic Center
19138 US-281 N
San Antonio, TX 78258

BOOK NOW

210-281-9595

PHYSICIANS: David R. Espinoza, M.D. , Michaelia Sunderland, M.D. , Richard L. Ursone, M.D. , Scott R. Seidel, D.C. , Justin Robbins, M.D. , Casey D. Taber, M.D. , Dustin B. Rinehart, M.D. , Jeffrey B. Shroff, M.D. , David T. Hughes, D.P.M. , Patrick Ahern, M.D. , G. Lane Naugher, M.D. , Ephraim K. Brenman, D.O., R.M.S.K. , Ronald W. Connor, M.D. , Frank J. Garcia, M.D. , David E. Vizurraga, M.D. , Richard Nauert, M.D. , M. Brandon Dobson, M.D. , Lauren E. Karbach, M.D. , Sergio Viroslav, M.D. , Cory J. Moczygemba, DPM , Jessica F. Rutstein, D.P.M. , Randall C. Marx, M.D. , Bryan W. Kaiser, M.D. , Matthew C. Swann, M.D. , B. Christian Balldin, M.D. , Stephen C. Drukker, M.D. , Robert U. Hartzler, M.D., M.S. , Jonathan S. Duncan, M.D. , Alexander S. Rowland, M.D. , Linzy Fitzsimons, M.D. , Joseph Poku, M.D. , Eloy Ochoa, Jr., M.D.

Orthopedic at Westover Hills

Westover Hills Medical Plaza I
11212 State Hwy 151, #150
San Antonio, TX 78251

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210-281-9595

Orthopedic near Alamo Quarry Market

The Orthopaedic Institute
400 Concord Plaza Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78216

BOOK NOW

210-281-9595

Orthopedic New Braunfels

Resolute Retail Plaza
601 Creekside Crossing #106
New Braunfels, TX 78130

BOOK NOW

210-281-9595

Orthopedic on Schertz Parkway

Schertz Parkway Professional Plaza
5000 Schertz Parkway, #600
Schertz, TX 78154

BOOK NOW

210-281-9595

WorkSmart Industrial Rehabilitation

Grayson Heights
1422 East Grayson Street, Ste 102
San Antonio, TX 78208

BOOK NOW

210-281-9595

Quarry Area

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Ridgewood Orthopaedic Center

Schertz

Medical Center

Westover Hills

WorkSmart at Grayson Heights

Brooks City Base

New Braunfels

Urgent Injury Ortho Clinic

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Urgent 
Injury Orthopedic Clinic

Same-day appointments and walk-ins welcome.

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Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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Extended Hours
Walk-in Visits
In-Network Coverage
Additional Onsite Services
Experienced Providers
Treatment for the Whole Family

Emergency & Walk-In Care For:

Injury/Conditions

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You’re Hurt Now, Get Help Now!

Our OrthoNow Clinic is staffed and ready to provide high quality on demand treatment to those in need. Whether it be a strain, a sprain, or a fracture OrthoNow is here to help. Our Quarrv location is capable of performing injections. X-Ray, and MRIs. We take Same-day appointments, as well as walk-ins, if you’re injured make your way to OrthoNow!

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Luis Perez, PA-C

Available at the following OrthoNow Urgent Injury Clinics:

Quarry Area:

  • Monday – Friday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Saturday: 8:00 am to 2:00 pm

TSAOG Quarry

Quarry Area

400 Concord Plaza Drive, Ste 140
San Antonio, Texas 78216

Same-Day Appointment Available.
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Primary Pain Management

Primary Pain Management

Primary Pain Management

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Same Day Availability!

Core to our mission is returning you, our patient, to a regular and active lifestyle free from the limitations of chronic pain. Our primary care pain management staff is here to evaluate the causes of your pain and help guide you through the steps of recovery. 

What is Primary Pain Management?

Pain can come from many sources and can hinder your path to recovery our pain management providers are adeptly trained in helping identify the proper solutions for the pain you experience and can help with

  • Pain in the extremities
  • Chronic Pain
  • Back Pain
  • Nerve Pain
  • Post Surgical Pain
  • Many Other Causes

If you think you could benefit from our Primary Care Pain Management service, book an appointment today. 

Did You Know?

There are many ways to treat pain outside of prescription painkillers. Cortisol injections may be used help alleviate inflammation which can treat the root cause of certain pains.

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Taneka M. Stewart, DNP, FNP-BCNurse Practitioner

Available at the following TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine Locations:

  • Brooks City Base
  • Quarry Area
  • Ridgewood
  • Schertz

TSAOG Ridgewood

Ridgewood

Ridgewood Orthopaedic Center
19138 US-281 N
San Antonio, TX 78258

TSAOG Quarry

Quarry Area

The Orthopaedic Institute
400 Concord Plaza Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78216

TSAOG Brooks City Base

Brooks City Base

Mission Trail Medical Plaza
3327 Research Plaza, #215
San Antonio, TX 78235

TSAOG Schertz

Schertz

Schertz Pkwy Professional Plaza
5000 Schertz Parkway, #600
Schertz, TX 78154

DON'T WAIT! SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT NOW: (210) 804-5400

Remote PT

Remote PT
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Therapy Services

Remote Physical Therapy Services in San Antonio, TX

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Remote Physical Therapy Services:

Now Available to treat conditions of the lower extremity.

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Plantar Fascitis
  • Ankle/Knee Instability
  • Pre/Post Knee Arthroscopy
  • Pre/Post Total Knee Arthroplasty
  • Lower Extremity Sprains/Strains

Ask your physician if remote physical therapy is right for you.

Why Choose Remote Physical Therapy

Remote physical therapy is a modern way to recover. All of the quality care you have come to expect from TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine is now accessible in your own home.

Our remote physical therapist can deliver personalized treatment plans right to your home. So that you can exercise and recover at your own pace.

Once our physicians have determined you are an appropriate candidate for remote physical therapy, an initial evaluation with Caleb Scott, DPT, our remote physical therapist, will be scheduled for you. All you have to do is login and meet with him.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Our remote PT service is currently treating conditions of the knee.

Once you have been referred our staff will handling appointment scheduling.

Yes, your remote physical therapist works for TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine.

We are happy to be able to offer remote PT with No-Copay for most major insurance.

Fortunately no, Stable.io makes it incredibly simple to do and track your exercises.

Your therapist may recommend that your purchase a few tools to assist with your exercises, but most exercises can be done with common household items.

  • You will need access to the internet.
  • You will need a computer or laptop.
  • You will need a working webcam.

Yes, once you are assigned your exercises you can perform them at your own pace throughout the day.

Physical Therapy At Home

What Will You Need?

Remote therapy is accessible to get started you will need:

  • A laptop or computer 
  • Internet access
  • A webcam

Even if you aren’t tech savvy, don’t be intimidated by online physical therapy. It is simple to use and can save you the hassle of arranging transportation to your therapy visits. 

Meet Your Physical Therapist

Brian Moss

Brian Moss, PT, MSPT, FAAOMPT, C-DN

Physical Therapy Team

Kyle Hartman

Kyle Hartman, PTA, BA, NASM CPT

Physical Therapy Team

To verify license status of any Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapy Assistant,  please visit the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners on-line verification system at: Verification – ECPTOTE Website (texas.gov) 

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Hand Therapy

Hand Therapy
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Hand Therapy Service

Check Out Our Hand Therapy Youtube Playlist

Learn more about hand therapy exercises you can do at home and are right for you!
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TSAOG Hand Therapy  Services:

  • Hand & Wrist Evaluations
  • Customized Home Therapy Programs
  • Therapeutic Exercises and Activities
  • Flexibility/Stretching Exercises

Our services may also include custom DME/brace fitting.

Hand Therapy Can Help You:

  • Alleviate Pain
  • Return to Work
  • Restore Mobility
  • Restore Hand Function
  • Increase Hand Strength
  • Help with Daily Tasks
  • Provide At Home Exercises
  • Neuromuscular Rehabilitation
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Phillip Trueman

Phillip Trueman, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - Ridgewood

Chris Troyer

Christopher Troyer, PT, OCS

Lead Physical Therapist - Quarry Area

Makenzie Bippert

Makenzie Bippert, PR, DPT, SCS, FAAOMPT

Lead Physical Therapist - Medical Center

Gabriel Aaron Gonzales

Gabriel “Aaron” Gonzales, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - Schertz

Laura Robinson

Laura Robinson, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - Brooks City Base

Leroy Mendoza

Leroy Mendoza, PT, DPT

Lead Physical Therapist - Westover Hills

Brian Moss

Brian Moss, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - New Braunfels

Phillip Trueman

Phillip Trueman, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - Ridgewood

Chris Troyer

Christopher Trover, TP, OCS

Lead Physical Therapist - Quarry Area

Makenzie Bippert

Makenzie Bippert, PR, DPT, SCS, FAAOMPT

Lead Physical Therapist - Medical Center

Gabriel Aaron Gonzales

Gabriel “Aaron” Gonzales, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - Schertz

Laura Robinson

Laura Robinson, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - Brooks City Base

Leroy Mendoza

Leroy Mendoza, PT, DPT

Lead Physical Therapist - Westover Hills

Brian Moss

Brian Moss, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - New Braunfels

FAQ

FAQ information coming soon.

Who Can Benefit from Hand Therapy?

You May Benefit From Physical Therapy if You Have:

  • Those with chronic hand pain
  • Those with lack of hand, wrist, finger mobility.
  • Those recovering from hand surgery.
  • Those out of work due to hand injury.
  • Those looking to return to daily activity.
  • Those in need of splinting/bracing

Hand therapy is by referral only. If you think you have a condition that may require hand therapy, schedule an appointment with one of our hand specialist today!

Orthopedic Primary Care

Orthopedic
Primary Care

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Orthopedic Primary Care is a full service clinic that is available Monday – Friday that covers a broad array of different Orthopaedic needs. At TSAOG’s Orthopedic Primary Care Clinic, we treat every body part excluding the spine, and are even capable of accepting PRP Referrals.

What is Orthopedic Primary Care?

Orthopedic Primary Care is the first line of defense for Orthopedic wellness. Orthopedic Primary Care may be right for you if you experience any of the following symptoms.

  • Pain in the extremities
  • Concerned about a strain or sprain
  • Acute injury
  • PRP injection referrals
  • Fractures
  • Other Orthopedic needs excluding spine

If you think you could benefit from our Orthopedic Primary Care service, book an appointment today. 

Did You Know?

Platelet Poor Plasma

PRP stands for “Platelet Rich Plasma”. This process takes the patient’s own blood, spins it in a centrifuge, then takes the serum with the highest platelet counts and injects it into the affected area to aid the healing process. 

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Luis Perez PA-CBoard Certified Physician Assistant

Available at the following TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine locations:

  • Ridgewood: Monday - Friday

TSAOG Ridgewood

Ridgewood

Ridgewood Orthopaedic Center
19138 US-281 N
San Antonio, TX 78258
Tel: 210-630-4650

Steven Sanchez, D.O.

Steven Sanchez, D.O.Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

Available at the following TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine locations:

  • Mission Trails
  • Westover Hills
  • Medical Center

TSAOG Brooks City Base

Mission Trails

Mission Trail Medical Plaza
3327 Research Plaza, #215
San Antonio, TX 78235
Tel: 210-281-9595

TSAOG at Medical Center

Medical Center

Christus Santa Rosa NW, Tower I
2829 Babcock Rd., #700
San Antonio, TX 78229
Tel: 210-281-9595

TSAOG at Westover Hills

Westover Hills

Westover Hills Medical Plaza I
11212 State Hwy 151, #150
San Antonio, TX 78251
Tel: 210-281-9595

DON'T WAIT! SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT NOW: (210) 804-8400

Physical Therapy

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Physical Therapy Service

Check Out Our Physical Therapy Youtube Playlist

Learn more about physical therapy exercises you can do at home and are right for you!
WATCH VIDEOS

TSAOG Physical Therapy  Services:

  • Musculoskeletal evaluations
  • Customized home exercise programs
  • Therapeutic exercises and activities
  • Flexibility/stretching exercises
  • Strengthening and conditioning exercises
  • Stabilization exercises
  • Manual therapy
Our services may also include custom brace fitting, electrical stimulation, fluidotherapy, heat/cold therapy, and iontophoresis/phonophoresis.

Orthopedic Physical Therapy Can Help You:

  • Alleviate Pain
  • Improve Strength and Conditioning
  • Increase Your Flexibility and Range of Motion
  • Improve Balance and Stability
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Phillip Trueman

Phillip Trueman, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - Ridgewood

Chris Troyer

Christopher Troyer, PT, OCS

Lead Physical Therapist - Quarry Area

Makenzie Bippert

Makenzie Bippert, PR, DPT, SCS, FAAOMPT

Lead Physical Therapist - Medical Center

Gabriel Aaron Gonzales

Gabriel “Aaron” Gonzales, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - Schertz

Brent Smith

Brent Smith, DPT

Lead Physical Therapist - Brooks City Base

Leroy Mendoza

Leroy Mendoza, PT, DPT

Lead Physical Therapist - Westover Hills

Brian Moss

Brian Moss, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - New Braunfels

Phillip Trueman

Phillip Trueman, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - Ridgewood

Chris Troyer

Christopher Trover, TP, OCS

Lead Physical Therapist - Quarry Area

Makenzie Bippert

Makenzie Bippert, PR, DPT, SCS, FAAOMPT

Lead Physical Therapist - Medical Center

Gabriel Aaron Gonzales

Gabriel “Aaron” Gonzales, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - Schertz

Brent Smith

Brent Smith, DPT

Lead Physical Therapist - Brooks City Base

Leroy Mendoza

Leroy Mendoza, PT, DPT

Lead Physical Therapist - Westover Hills

Brian Moss

Brian Moss, PT

Lead Physical Therapist - New Braunfels

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FAQ information coming soon.

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What does physical therapy do for you?

You May Benefit From Physical Therapy if You Have:

  • Amputations
  • Sports injuries
  • Cumulative trauma disorders and repetitive stress injuries
  • Tendon and ligament injuries
  • Fractures
  • Dislocations
  • Joint Instability
  • Inflammatory and degenerative arthritis
  • Multiple system traumas
  • Pain-related syndromes
  • Soft tissue injuries
  • Joint pain
  • Work-related injuries
  • Joint replacement (pre-surgery or post-surgery)

Shoulder and Elbow Specialists

Shoulder and Elbow Injury Specialists

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No matter the condition or injury affecting your elbow, or shoulder, the surgeons of the Shoulder & Elbow Institute at TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine are here to help. Our surgeons are specialists dedicated to restoring function through surgical and non-surgical treatments. Simply put, your health is our mission. For this purpose, our physicians have assembled a Total Care approach to enable the finest outcome for your care. 

San Antonio Shoulder & Elbow Specialists:

As surgical techniques in shoulder & elbow have become more refined and complex, specialized training has become more important to the outcomes of a patient’s recovery. Each of the specialists in the Shoulder & Elbow Institute at TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine has completed an additional year of fellowship training in shoulder & elbow surgery beyond medical school and five to seven years of residency training.

In addition, TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine takes a Total Care approach to treatment, which incorporates diagnostic imaging, casting and bracing, a dedicated outpatient orthopaedic surgery center, and certified hand therapists. Our complex shoulder & elbow specialists work in concert with these departments to ensure the best possible outcome for your treatment plan.

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Patient Education

Visit OrthoIllustrated.com to learn about orthopedic conditions and treatments, watch medical animations and more.

Conditions and Treatment Options:

Shoulder

  • Bicep Tears / Bicep Repairs
  • Biceps Tendinopathy
  • Fracture care 
  • Frozen shoulder / Adhesive capsulitis
  • Radial head replacement
  • Reverse shoulder replacement
  • Rotator Cuff Tears
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Shoulder Impingement
  • Shoulder Arthritis
  • Total Shoulder Replacement
  • Triceps tears

Elbow

  • Elbow Arthritis
  • Elbow Arthroscopy
  • Elbow Dislocation
  • Elbow Pain / Injuries
  • Elbow Tendon and Ligament Reconstruction
  • Elbow contracture release
  • Fracture care 
  • Osteochondral defects
  • Tennis Elbow / Golfer’s Elbow
  • Total Elbow Replacement
  • Ulnar nerve compression

Your Shoulder and Elbow Specialists Team

Stephen T. Gates, M.D.
Robert U. Hartzler, M.D., M.S.
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210-804-5400

800-445-4263

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Orthopedic at Brooks City Base

Mission Trail Medical Plaza
3327 Research Plaza, #215
San Antonio, TX 78235

BOOK NOW

210-281-9595

Orthopedic at CHRISTUS Medical Center

Christus Santa Rosa NW, Tower I
2829 Babcock Rd., #700
San Antonio, TX 78229

BOOK NOW

210-281-9595

Orthopedic at Ridgewood

Ridgewood Orthopaedic Center
19138 US-281 N
San Antonio, TX 78258

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Bone Health

Bone Health at TSAOG

Osteoporosis Diagnosis & Treatment

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The Bone Health Program at TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine was created to identify those patients presenting with fractures that might indicate osteoporosis. We will investigate to determine if osteoporosis is present, and, if needed, start the patient on a course of treatment to manage their osteoporosis to reduce their risk of future fractures. Is it time for your fracture-vention?

Nationally Recognized Expertise in Preventing Fractures

The American Orthopedic Association's Own the Bone® quality improvement program recognizes outstanding institutions for providing bone health care to prevent fractures.

TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine is honored to continue delivering best-in-class preventive care to the South Texas region.

What is Osteoporosis?

Orthopedic surgeons treat fractures all the time, but did you know that certain fractures can be a sign of a more serious underlying problem? If you are over the age of 50 and experience one of the following types of fractures, you should be screened for osteoporosis:

  • Wrist (Distal Radius) Fracture
  • Spine (Vertebral) Fracture
  • Hip Fracture
  • Shoulder (Proximal Humerus) Fracture

Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone in which you lose too much bone as you age, making your bones more porous than they should be and weakening their underlying structure. The more porous your bones become, the more likely they are to break.

illustration of healthy bone versus osteoporosis bone

Who is at Risk for Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis can affect both men and women, but multiple factors can increase your risk for developing osteoporosis, including:

  • Age – older people are at greater risk.
  • Race – people of Asian or Caucasian descent are at greater risk.
  • Gender – women are at greater risk than men.
  • Hormone Levels – a reduction in testosterone or estrogen can increase your risk for osteoporosis.
  • Eating Habits – a diet low in vitamin D and calcium can put you at greater risk.
  • Eating Disorders – bulimia or anorexia can increase your risk.
  • Lifestyle – people with a sedentary lifestyle are at greater risk.
  • Family History – a family history of osteoporosis or hip fractures can increase your risk
  • Smoking – recent studies have shown a relationship between smoking and reduced bone density.
  • Frame Size – a smaller frame size can increase your risk.
  • Medical Conditions – certain conditions (including Type 1 Diabetes, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Inflammatory Bowel Disease) can increase your risk for developing osteoporosis.

Unchecked, these individuals are at significantly increased risk for additional bone loss and future fractures. That’s why TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine created the Bone Health Program.

Janean Vargas, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC​

Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner

Available at the following TSAOG locations:

  • Ridgewood
  • Quarry Area
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Fracture Follow-Up

If you are over the age of 50 and are treated for a fracture known to be indicative of osteoporosis, your physician may refer you for a Bone Health consultation. During your bone health consultation a provider will work with you to:

  • Educate you on osteoporosis and why you are considered at risk.
  • Evaluate your specific case with a detailed history, physical, and referral for any additional testing necessary.
  • Establish a treatment plan, which might include lifestyle changes and medication to prevent further bone loss or even rebuild bone.

Patient Resources

TSAOG Ridgewood

Ridgewood

Ridgewood Orthopaedic Center
19138 US-281 N
San Antonio, TX 78258
Tel: 210-630-4650

TSAOG Quarry

Quarry Area

The Orthopaedic Institute
400 Concord Plaza Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78216
Tel: 210-630-4650

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