Advanced Orthopedic Care Close to Home
East Liverpool City Hospital provides life-changing relief for adults and children suffering from joint pain. With board-certified surgeons and personalized rehabilitation, we help you regain mobility and get back to the life you love.
Orthopedic Services
Trusted Orthopedic Medicine & Surgical Excellence
When joint pain or injury slows you down, you’ll be in expert hands at ELCH. Our orthopedic department delivers personalized care focused on the individual, from advanced diagnostics and imaging to minimally invasive surgery and home health therapy.
Why Choose Us?
We Are the Preferred Experts in Orthopedic Care
Expert Orthopedic Surgeons
Led by Dr. James Shaer, our team specializes in total joint replacement and treatment for the extremities, bringing over two decades of experience to every procedure.
Minimally Invasive Techniques
We utilize arthroscopic surgery and minimally invasive fracture care to ensure quicker recovery times and less post-operative discomfort.
Custom-Fit Orthopedic Devices
One size does not fit all. We take a fitted approach to orthopedic devices to improve mobility and shorten rehabilitation requirements.
Comprehensive Pain Management
Our anesthesiologists offer specialized pain blocks for the first 20 hours post-surgery, helping you transition comfortably through the most critical stages of recovery.
On-Site Diagnostics & Therapy
Skip the travel. Get your X-rays, meet your specialist, and coordinate your physical therapy all within the ELCH system.
Continuity of Care
Our orthopedic office is located in close proximity to the Emergency Department, ensuring seamless transitions for trauma and acute injury care.
Expert Care. Local Commitment.
Advanced Orthopedics Designed Around Your Recovery
At East Liverpool City Hospital, we believe that superior orthopedic care shouldn’t require a long commute. Our physician-led program combines the clinical sophistication of a major medical center with the personalized attention of a community hospital. Whether you are seeking a total joint replacement or treatment for a sports injury, our board-certified surgeons and dedicated rehabilitation teams work in sync to create a recovery plan as unique as you are.
Advanced Care for Lower Extremity & Spine
Expert Hip & Knee Replacement: We utilize the latest surgical techniques for total joint replacements, helping patients with severe arthritis regain a fluid, pain-free range of motion.
Advanced Sports Medicine: Our team specializes in repairing labral tears and ACL/PCL injuries, focusing on stabilizing the joint so athletes and active adults can safely return to their favorite activities.
Specialized Spine & Back Care: From managing spinal stenosis to treating complex fractures, we provide compassionate interventions designed to alleviate chronic back pain and restore structural alignment.
Specialized Treatment for Shoulder, Arm & Hand
Shoulder Reconstruction & Repair: We offer expert treatment for rotator cuff tears and shoulder instability, using minimally invasive methods to reduce scarring and speed up your recovery time.
Comprehensive Hand & Wrist Surgery: Our specialists perform complex surgeries to treat carpal tunnel syndrome and intricate hand injuries, restoring the fine motor skills necessary for daily tasks.
Fracture & Trauma Management: We provide rapid, precise care for broken bones, including fractured clavicles, ensuring that bones are set correctly for long-term strength and functionality.
Start Your Journey to Pain-Free Living
Schedule an appointment with our orthopedic specialists today. Free valet parking is available weekdays from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at our main entrance on Fifth Street.
Ready to Regain
Your Mobility & Life?
Don’t let pain hold you back. Get back to the life you love, right here at home. East Liverpool City Hospital provides the personalized orthopedic care you need.
