A 2019 TOP DOC Dr. Dwight Im is internationally recognized for his skill in gynecologic robotic surgery and serves as Director for The Neil B. Rosenshein, M.D., Institute for Gynecologic Care, The Gynecologic Oncology Center and Mercy's National Institute of Robotic Surgery.
Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, includes disorders that cause inflammation of the intestines. IBD is treated at Mercy by expert gastroenterologists.
Named a Best National Hospital in Orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report, Mercy Medical Center is home to Orthopedics and Joint Replacement offering innovative joint, hip and knee preservation, replacement and treatment options.
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At The Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist and Hand Center at Mercy, orthopedic surgeons are dedicated to helping patients suffering from shoulder separation. Our doctors work individually with each patient to determine treatment options for a shoulder separation due to an AC ligament tear.
The AC, or acromioclavicular ligaments stabilize the shoulder joints. An AC ligament tear is a serious injury and a form of shoulder separation. The most common cause of an AC ligament tear is falling on the shoulder.
Symptoms of an AC ligament tear include:
An AC ligament tear is easy to diagnose when a deformity of the shoulder occurs. However, if there is not a deformity, an AC ligament tear can be more difficult to diagnose. It is important for patients to explain the exact location of their pain to an orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder conditions. X-rays are then taken determine if there is a tear in the AC ligament.
Initial treatment for an AC ligament tear includes:
In severe cases when pain is persistent or the shoulder remains deformed after initial conservative treatment, surgical reconstruction of the ligaments is the recommended treatment option. Rehabilitation is needed following correction of the AC ligament tear.
Dr. Joseph Ciotola is a top rated hip, knee and shoulder surgeon. His expertise in anterior hip replacement makes him one of the most sought-after orthopedic surgeons in the Baltimore region for hip replacement.