OPA Injury Walk-in Clinics

You’ll be seen by a certified orthopedic physician assistant with advanced training and expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of orthopedic (muscle, bone and joint) injuries. An OPA on-call surgeon is available for immediate consultation as needed. On-site x-ray and other imaging services ensure patients receive quick, personalized care that includes a diagnosis, treatment plan and any necessary stabilization devices such as crutches, braces or casts to get you on the road to recovery.

On-site Support Services:

• X-Ray
• Diagnosis & Treatment Plans
• Casting & Splinting
• Braces, Crutches and other Supports

If Surgery is Indicated:

An OPA surgeon is always on call for consultation or emergency surgery. If urgent surgery is needed, the OPA on-call surgeon can immediately admit you to a hospital and meet you there within minutes to perform the surgery.

• Life-threatening trauma injuries
• Open fractures (bone penetrating skin)
• Hip fractures
• Dislocated shoulder or hip
• If you’ve been in a car accident
• If you suspect a concussion
• Children under 2 years old with non-weight-bearing orthopedic injuries should also go directly to an E.R. where the services of an anesthesiologist are readily accessible.

Note: If you need emergency transport, chances are you need to go an E.R.

Patients going to an E.R. may request the OPA surgeon on-call to attend to the injury at the hospital by calling OPA at 562-2277 or informing the E.R. staff.

• Chronic or persistent orthopedic conditions.
• Injuries older than 2 weeks.
• If you are uncertain if your injury is appropriate for OPA’s Walk-In Clinic, please call: 907.562.2277