From back and shoulders to knees and more, Harbor Hospital has a team of orthopedic experts dedicated to getting patients of all abilities back to the activities they once enjoyed. Renowned orthopedic physicians partner with highly experienced nursing staff, techs and rehab staff to ensure each patient’s recovery is as quick and comprehensive as possible.
Located on the waterfront in Baltimore, Harbor Hospital offers the personal touch of a community hospital with the excellence of a high technology medical center. A hospital dedicated to excellence, Harbor Hospital earned the Delmarva Foundation’s highest honor, the Excellence Award for Quality in 2006 and 2007.
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Back Surgery
John J. Carbone, M.D.
Director, Orthopedic Spine Services
When should someone consider back surgery?- What can you expect from back surgery and
what is the recuperation time? - How much pain is there after surgery?
- What are the complications of back surgery and
what should you look for in a surgical team? - When do you know you are a candidate for
revision surgery? - What should you look for in a spinal surgeon?
Shoulder Pain
Leigh Ann Curl, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgeon
- What are the two main causes of shoulder pain?
- When is shoulder pain serious enough to
seek consultation? - What treatments are available for
shoulder issues? - When do you decide to perform surgery?
- What is the difference between arthroscopic and
open surgery? - How do treat arthritis of the shoulder?
- How do you treat shoulder stability issues?
Knee Pain
James E. Wood Jr., M.D.
Division Chief, Orthopedic Surgery
- What are the most common causes of knee pain?
- When do you know it is serious?
- When do you use simple treatments versus
replacing the whole knee? - What is available for knee replacements today?
- What makes total knee replacements
different today and when should you get a
knee replacement?