University Orthopedics Center - UOC

Happy 4th of July from University Orthopedics! Wherever your celebration takes you, remember: Your comeback starts here. 🎇🇺🇸

We’re excited to announce that we’ve relocated! Our Windmere location is now closed, and you can find our providers at 101 Regent Court, State College-the gray brick building right beside Windmere. See you there!

Congratulations to Dr. Chris McClellan for his remarkable recognition as a world expert in joint arthroplasty! Invited to the prestigious World Experts Meeting in Istanbul, he's set to delve deep into the literature, utilizing sound systematic review methodology to explore the field's controversies. A true pioneer in advancing orthopedic knowledge.

Dr. McClellan is responsible for the creation of the total joint program at UOC with the newest technology/information as they emerge. He is also the first surgeon in Pennsylvania to perform outpatient hip and knee joint replacements at Advance Center for Surgery outpatient setting.

We’re truly grateful to have him as a valuable member of our UOC team assisting us in serving our valued patients within the community.

Celebrating the dedication and care of our Physical/Occupational therapy team with a delicious token of appreciation from a grateful patient. Every day, they inspire healing and progress. Here's to their tireless efforts and the positive impact they make!

We extend a heartfelt thank you to the sponsors of our 45 Mile March Madness challenge! Your generous contributions have played a vital role in the success of our first annual mile challenge! Additionally, we want to express our gratitude to all the participants and the 41 employees who completed the challenge, contributing to a healthier lifestyle for themselves and the UOC community!💪⚕️

Dr. Riley Burke, sports medicine physician, was selected for a rotation with the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) where he provided direct patient care and event coverage for Men's and Women's Freestyle Wrestling, Greco Roman Wrestling, Swimming, Paralympic Fencing, Paralympic Triathlon, and Paralympic Swimming. During his time at the US Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO, Dr. Burke cared for several gold medalists and world champions. Dr. Burke hopes to continue supporting USOPC and USA Wrestling athletes in the future.

Congratulations to Dr. Burke!

Happy New Year💫 Your comeback starts with University Orthopedics – here's to a happy and healthy 2024.

Happy Holidays to our University Orthopedics community.🎅🏼🎄May your holidays be filled with happiness! Remember, your comeback starts here – a journey of healing and strength. 💪✨

Happy Thanksgiving! From all of us at University Orthopedics, where your comeback starts, we're grateful for our patients and community. Wishing you a day filled with joy and wellness. 🦃

Central PA's Trusted Choice for Excellence in Orthopedic Care! With our numerous locations, University Orthopedics is always close by to provide top-notch orthopedic care with easy access. Find us in State College, Dubois, Altoona, Roaring Spring, Bedford, Huntington, and Reedsville. Your comeback starts here!

Meet Brock T. Talko, a recent graduate from Saint Francis University who completed his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Physician Assistant Science. He is excited to start his career as a Physician Assistant with the UOC team and is eager to begin seeing patients. Brock is originally from Lilly, PA. He enjoys numerous hobbies and activities, including spending time with his family and friends, golfing, and coaching youth wrestling at the local Penn Cambria School District.

Dr. Budny traveled to Buffalo, New York, last weekend to present at a clinical conference for the Western Division of the New York State Podiatric Medical Association. During the course of the seminar, he presented on a number of topics. His lectures included the Lapidus bunionectomy, a commonly performed surgery for the correction of bunion deformity. He also discussed metatarsal fractures and flat foot surgery. This was his third time invited to the conference to provide lectures to other physicians and surgeons for continuing medical education.

Happy Labor Day! Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of our employees at University Orthopedics. Enjoy your day!

We are looking for independent workers and effective communicators with a positive attitude. Sounds like you. Learn more and apply at www.UOC.com/careers

Join us in welcoming Dr. Riley Burke, DO, CAQSM, FAAFP, who has joined University Orthopedics Center!

Dr. Burke is a board-certified primary care sports medicine physician who specializes in non-surgical treatment of orthopedic and sports medicine injuries. He has advanced training in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound and ultrasound-guided procedures, such as platelet rich plasma and minimally invasive tenotomy. Dr. Burke completed his sports medicine fellowship at Geisinger Health, serving as a team physician for Divisions 1-3 collegiate athletics. Prior to his fellowship training, Dr. Burke served 11 years in the United States Air Force as a flight surgeon directly supporting Special Operations. A former military dive medical officer, he has completed a wilderness medicine fellowship and has extensive experience optimizing athletes’ performance and recovery across multi-disciplinary teams. Dr. Burke has particular interest in wrestling, football, and endurance sports but enjoys treating athletes from a variety of sports.

As a Penn State University graduate, Dr. Burke and his family have returned to Central Pennsylvania to provide unparalleled care for the local community.

Dr. Burke will be accepting patients in our State College and Altoona locations.

Join us for a Osteoporosis Presentation by
Lynn Thompson Gregory, CRNP
Osteoporosis/Bone Health Clinic

What puts you at a higher risk for an osteoporotic fracture?

About half of all women and a quarter of all men over age 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis in their remaining lifetime.

If you have a fracture due to osteoporosis, your chances of having another fracture are nearly 5x as high as someone who has not had a fracture.

WHAT IS OSTEOPOROSIS?

When you have osteoporosis, that means you have low bone mineral density (called BMD, for short). This makes your bones weaker and more likely to fracture. Studies suggest that 1 in 2 women and 1 in 4 men over the age of 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis. Fractures can lead to pain, loss of mobility, and a change in lifestyle.

According to experts, your risk is higher if you:

• Are age 65 or older

• Have a parent who had a hip fracture

• Are postmenopausal

• Have had a previous low-impact fracture

• Have a low body weight

Wishing you a happy Fourth of July from University Orthopedics! Enjoy the fireworks and festivities while we ensure your orthopedic health stays strong and steady. Have a safe and wonderful celebration!

Dr. Tyndall is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellowship-trained in sports medicine. He focuses on evaluating and diagnosing sports injuries and disorders of the upper and lower extremities, and providing effective and affordable treatment plans.

Dr. Tyndall is the first surgeon to complete a NextAR shoulder procedure in the state of Pennsylvania. NextAR is the first platform to offer personalized augmented reality solutions for both joint replacement and spine procedures.

"Using the augmented reality system, you have confidence that the components are placed accurately. I am confident NextAR will improve both patient satisfaction and outcomes in my reverse total shoulder replacements.”

First and foremost, Dr. Tyndall always considers the traditional nonsurgical methods for effective pain relief. When surgery is necessary to resume a healthy lifestyle, he will perform advanced, minimally invasive procedures that will ultimately reduce the recovery time.

Despite how strong and resilient your feet and ankles are, it’s not uncommon for something to go awry. When that happens, you may be quickly forced into a sedentary state. For those who are used to being physically active, this can feel like a huge setback.

Allow our team of foot and ankle specialists to explain all the necessary steps we can help you take toward a recovery that we are confident you will find thorough in its approach and promising in its results: https://bit.ly/3Sa5Q10

Through clinical trial studies, we can continue to provide the most advanced care to our communities in Central PA. As a clinical trial volunteer, you can make a difference in the advancement of orthopedic medicine.

Participating in a clinical trial study at UOC will give you the opportunity to experience innovative care from highly specialized physicians. With your contribution, you can better your health and improve treatment for other patients like you in the future.

If you’re interested in learning more about UOC's clinical trial studies or becoming a volunteer, please visit https://bit.ly/3uDjl02

Osteoporosis is responsible for an estimated two million broken bones per year. Our physicians and bone health experts will do everything they can to help your bones retain their strength and resilience. We specialize in preventing fractures, offering post-fracture care, and creating a pre-operative care plan for improved joint outcomes. The earlier our team can treat the onset of osteoporosis, the better.

Learn more about our osteoporosis services at https://bit.ly/3B7otdQ

Congratulations to UOC PA Vanessa Colquhoun for passing her Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) Orthopedic Surgery exam. This certification indicates her advanced experience in orthopedic surgery. Vanessa went to PA school at Yale University and graduated with a Master of Medical Science degree in 2012. She's been a PA at UOC for her entire career and will celebrate 10 years with us this January!

Vanessa says her favorite thing about her job is "it’s gratifying to get people back to doing what they love when an injury or illness has stopped them. I love the hands-on nature of the job and the variety in my daily activities, whether it’s assisting in surgery, performing office-based procedures, or seeing patients in clinic."

National Health Center Week is an annual celebration with the goal of raising awareness of America’s health centers. Health centers provide comprehensive care to 30 million patients at 11,000 service delivery sites in every state and territory in the United States.

Help us celebrate our UOC staff - today and every day!

August is National Ambulatory Surgery Center month. Join us in celebrating the Advanced Center for Surgery, Altoona's first local surgery center. This year marks their 10th anniversary.

The Advanced Center for Surgery is a physician-owned surgery center designed and built for advanced specialty outpatient surgery and offering the best possible environment for superior surgical care, including:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Ears, Nose, & Throat Surgery
• Plastic Surgery
• Podiatry Surgery
• Oral Surgery

We often get asked if the UOC physical therapy department takes outside referrals and the answer is yes! Any person who is prescribed for physical therapy is welcome at UOC.

If you believe that receiving physical therapy would benefit you due to the diagnosis of a musculoskeletal condition or injury, contact your physician for a referral.

For more information about our physical therapy program, please visit: https://bit.ly/37u0KtL

"I had rotator cuff surgery from Dr. Van Kleunen in September..."

We’re committed to treating each patient with genuine compassion and personalized care. We’ve built a reputation for orthopedic excellence, one patient at a time, over the last three decades.

If you need orthopedic care, request an appointment today: https://bit.ly/39xy1Wk

Brett Beech has been a PA for 24 years, working with UOC for 16 years. He went to PA school at Hahnemann University in Philadelphia. Brett says the "best thing about the job is changing peoples' lives with replacement surgery" and "allowing people to get back to the activities they enjoy pain-free."

The physicians and research staff at UOC have many years of experience performing research from advanced devices for spine surgery to the latest biotech pharmaceuticals. Our clinical research team studies how to:

•Detect and prevent certain orthopedic conditions
•Evalutate new and existing approches for diagnosis and treatment
•Understand the safety and effectiveness of drugs, vaccines, and therapies

Our participation in clinical research keeps us at the forefront of the newest advances. If you're interested in helping make a difference in the advancement of orthopedic medicine, please reach out to our clinical research staff at [email protected] or give us a call at 814-944-4532.

At UOC, we strive to acknowledge the struggles of injured employees. Our Worker’s Compensation Department facilitates proper treatment and assists companies in placing injured workers on modified duty while they are progressing towards an unrestricted return to work. Our goal is to restore optimum productivity for both the worker and the employer.

We know that neck and back conditions are common. We also know that neck and back pain can worsen rapidly if left untreated. Some people experience pain in the neck or back so intense that even sitting in a chair can cause major discomfort.

People of all ages walk through our doors seeking relief in the form of one or more proven treatment methods that we offer our patients. We have helped thousands of patients resume their healthy, active lifestyles and we are confident that we can do the same for you.

Learn more about how our neck and back specialists can lessen your pain and strengthen your spine at https://bit.ly/3O0KPn6