Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Robert M. Fay is an Orthopedic Surgeon in La Quinta, CA
with special training and skill in preoperative, operative, and postoperative treatments and diagnostics of musculoskeletal diseases and injuries.
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Robert M. Fay, MD performs
non-surgical and surgical treatments of musculoskeletal injuries and dysfunctions. Orthopedic Surgery is
the branch of surgery that treats musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders both surgically and nonsurgically. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Orthopedic Surgeons include sports injuries, back pain, ruptured disks and spinal stenosis, bone tumors, carpal tunnel, hand arthritis and hand injuries, club foot, bow legs and hip dysplasia, orthopaedic trauma, limb lengthening, Achilles tendon injuries, bunions and foot and ankle injuries, as well as osteoporosis and arthritis.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Orthopedic Surgeons
include knee arthroscopy and meniscectomy, shoulder arthroscopy and decompression, carpal tunnel release, knee arthroscopy and chondroplasty, removal of support implant, knee arthroscopy and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, knee replacement, repair of femoral neck fracture, repair of trochanteric fracture, debridement of skin/muscle/bone/fracture, knee arthroscopy repair of both meniscis, hip replacement, shoulder arthroscopy/distal clavicle excision, repair of rotator cuff tendon, repair fracture of radius (bone)/ulna, laminectomy, repair of ankle fracture (bimalleolar type), shoulder arthroscopy and debridement, lumbar spinal fusion, repair fracture of the distal part of radius, low back intervertebral disc surgery, incise finger tendon sheath, repair of ankle fracture (fibula), repair of femoral shaft fracture, and repair of trochanteric fracture.
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Orthopedic Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & OMM Doctor
The Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine physician directs special attention to the neuromusculoskeletal system and its interaction with other body systems. Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine encompasses increased knowledge and understanding of osteopathic principles and practice and heightened technical skills of osteopathic manipulative medicine, and integrates each of these into the management of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
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Neurosurgeon
Dr. Robert M. Fay is a Neurosurgeon in La Quinta, CA
with special training and skill in diagnosing and surgically treating disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system.
As a Neurosurgeon, Robert M. Fay, MD performs
surgery on the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves to remove tumors, relieve chronic pain and treat wounds, vascular disorders and diseases such as Parkinson's and epilepsy. Neurosurgery is
the medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of brain, spinal cord, spinal column, and peripheral nerve diseases and disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Neurosurgeons include aneurysms, arteriovenous malformation (AVM), brain tumors, carotid artery blockage, stenosiscervical (neck) and lumbar (low back) disorders, spinal cord injury, and epilepsy.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Neurosurgeons
include cortical mapping, cerebrovascular surgery, functional neurosurgery, peripheral nerve surgery, radiosurgery, skull base surgery, spine surgery, stereotactic neurosurgery, trauma surgery, and surgical implantation of deep brain stimulators to treat Parkinson Disease and certain type of tremors.
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
Neurosurgeons in La Quinta, CA
Orthopedic Hand Surgeon
Dr. Robert M. Fay is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in La Quinta, CA
with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating hand dysfunctions with physical and occupational therapy or with surgery to restore movement and reduce or eliminate pain.
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Robert M. Fay, MD performs
diagnosis, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and surgery. Orthopedic Hand Surgery is
the field of medicine that treats dysfunctions of the hand, wrist, and forearm with and without surgery. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Orthopedic Hand Surgeons include carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist pain, cuts on the fingers and hand and sports injuries.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Orthopedic Hand Surgeons
include diagnostics, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and surgery.
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Orthopedic Hand Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Robert M. Fay is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in La Quinta, CA
with special training and skill in surgically reconstructing patient musculoskeletal systems.
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Robert M. Fay, MD performs
hip replacements, joint replacements, prosthetic limb fitting, knee surgery, spinal disc reconstruction, and other procedures relating to replacing or rebuilding the human muscles, joints, and tendons. Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery is
a medical specialty centered on surgically rebuilding or replacing patient bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeons include skeletal birth defects, osteoarthritis, arthritis, avascular necrosis, traumatic injury to the skeleton, spine, or joints, and sports injuries.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeons
include diagnostic imaging like MRI, CT, and x-ray, procedures like hip arthroscopy, procedures on joints like core decompression, procedures to repair fractures, and hip and knee replacements.
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
Dr. Robert M. Fay is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in La Quinta, CA
with special training and skill in diagnosis and treatment of spinal diseases and conditions.
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Robert M. Fay, MD performs
provides non-operative and surgical treatment to patients of all ages. Orthopedic Surgery of the Spine is
the diagnosis and treatment of almost all bone and joint disorders, such as spinal disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Orthopedic Spine Surgeons include bone and joint disorders of the spine like scoliosis, degenerative disorders, or cervical, neck, lumbar, or low back disorders.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Orthopedic Spine Surgeons
include non-operative and surgical treatments of the spine.
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Orthopedic Spine Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon
Dr. Robert M. Fay is an Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon in La Quinta, CA
with special training and skill in treating all disorders of the foot and ankle, both surgical and non-surgical.
As an Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Robert M. Fay, MD performs
treatments for arthritis, ankle joints, hindfoot, midfoot, and forefoot joints. Foot and Ankle Surgery is
a sub-specialty of orthopedics and podiatry that focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing disorders of the foot and ankle. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons include malleolar fractures, tibial pilon fractures, calcaneus fractures, navicular and midfoot injuries and metatarsal and phalangeal fractures; arthritis care (primarily surgical) of the ankle joint, hindfoot, midfoot, and forefoot; congenital and acquired deformities like adult acquired flatfoot, non-neuromuscular foot deformity, diabetic foot disorders, hallux valgus; as well as common pediatric foot and ankle conditions like clubfoot and tarsal coalitions.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons
include orthotics, physical therapy, NSAID and DMARDs prescription, bunionectomies, fusion of joint spaces, and surgical reconstruction.
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, foot and ankle surgeons deal with adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine foot and ankle, and children's foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
Orthopedic Foot And Ankle Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Robert M. Fay is a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon in La Quinta, CA
with special training and skill in preventing, diagnosing, and treating athletic-related injuries.
As a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon, Robert M. Fay, MD performs
surgery, medication, and physical rehabilitation to patients suffering sport-related injuries. Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgery is
a medical specialty dealing with injuries and disorders related to athletic activities. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeons include torn ACL, chronic joint and back pain, knee injury, neck injury, muscle sprain, spinal disc pain, disc herniation, hamstring injury, and nerve dysfunction.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeons
include diagnostic imaging like x-ray, MRI, and CT scan, pain and mobility assessment, surgical repair of injured muscles, ligaments, nerves, and joints, physical therapy, inflammation reduction techniques, medical massage, acupuncture, diet and nutrition recommendation, nerve pain block injections, and referral to other specialists as needed.
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic trauma surgeons deal with the evaluation and management of acute orthopaedic injuries, evaluation and treatment of post-traumatic deformities and nonunions, acute and delayed reconstruction of pelvic and acetabular fractures, as well as osteotomy in the adult hip for treatment of hip arthritis.
Orthopedic Trauma Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Robert M. Fay is a Plastic Surgeon in La Quinta, CA
with special training and skill in performing repair, reconstruction, or replacement surgery on external parts of the body.
As a Plastic Surgeon, Robert M. Fay, MD performs
surgical procedures that enhance physical appearance, reduce or eliminate physical deformity, or improve physical function. Plastic Surgery is
a medical specialty focused on repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, cranial and jaw structures, hand, extremities, breast and abdomen, and external genitalia. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Plastic Surgeons include post-operative breast cancer, cleft lip or palate, post-operative skin cancer, skin lesions, replant amputation, burn injury, post-weight loss skin laxity, crow's feet, skin wrinkles, carpal tunnel syndrome, and obesity.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Plastic Surgeons
include breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift, facelift, lip augmentation, tummy tuck, nose reshaping (rhinoplasty), Botox injection, laser skin resurfacing, liposuction, and eye lift.
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
Plastic Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Head and Neck Plastic Surgeon
A plastic surgeon with additional training in plastic and reconstructive procedures within the head, face, neck and associated structures, including cutaneous head and neck oncology and reconstruction, management of maxillofacial trauma, soft tissue repair and neural surgery. The field is diverse and involves a wide age range of patients, from the newborn to the aged. While both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery is practiced, there are many additional procedures which interface with them.
Head And Neck Plastic Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Hand Plastic Surgeon
A plastic surgeon with additional training in the investigation, preservation, and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Hand Plastic Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Critical Care Surgeon
Dr. Robert M. Fay is a Critical Care Surgeon in La Quinta, CA
with special training and skill in performing surgery on critically ill patients.
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Robert M. Fay, MD performs
emergency general surgery and more specialized procedures. Critical Care Surgery is
the surgical treatment of patients with critical conditions. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Critical Care Surgeons include infections, coronary artery disease, cancer, organ failure, and trauma.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Critical Care Surgeons
include ventilator support, hepatobiliary surgery, colorectal surgery, heart surgery, tumor removal, and organ transplant.
A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Critical Care Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, Sports Medicine Doctor
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Sports Medicine Doctors in La Quinta, CA
Trauma Surgeon
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty of general surgery. Trauma surgeons are physicians who have completed a five-year general surgery residency and usually continue with a one to two year fellowship in trauma and/or surgical critical care, typically leading to additional board certification in surgical critical care. There is no trauma surgery board certification at this point. To obtain board certification in surgical critical care, a fellowship in surgical critical care or anesthesiology critical care must be completed during or after general surgery residency.
Trauma Surgeons in La Quinta, CA
