University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute at UH Ahuja Medical Center will provide patients a seamless path to recovery
By Ansley Gogol, University Hospitals
Injuries can happen anywhere, whether you’re simply walking your dog around the block or taking a hike in the Metroparks. In those moments, you can confidently turn to University Hospitals (UH) orthopedic and sports medicine specialists to help you get back to your active lifestyle.
Projected to open this summer, as part of UH Ahuja Medical Center’s phase two expansion, the UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute will bring new and expanded services to the Beachwood community, including education and injury prevention, athletic training and performance assessments, and unparalleled physical therapy and rehabilitative services.
“The new UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute at UH Ahuja Medical Center will be a one-stop shop for athletes of all ages, with all the space, tools and inspiration patients need to live and enjoy an active lifestyle,” says James E. Voos, MD, chair of the UH Department of Orthopedic Surgery, and Jack and Mary Herrick Distinguished Chair of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.
Unmatched Care for Every Athlete
Modern orthopedic care has differentiated itself from other clinical areas, and for good reason. Compared to many patients, orthopedic and sports medicine patients are healthy. They may be recovering from injury or rehabilitating from joint replacement, but they are not ill and do not wish to be treated that way. As a result, a growing proportion of orthopedic and sports medicine services are performed on an outpatient basis, employing leading-edge technology such as robotic-assisted surgery to lower complications and reduce recovery time. This approach gets a patient into rehabilitation and, ultimately, an active lifestyle, more quickly.
The 40,000-square-foot, multi-story facility will feature:
Comprehensive Orthopedic Care
In addition to the advanced clinical care and treatment you need to get back on field, the UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute will deliver comprehensive training, conditioning and performance assessments to keep your body strong and minimize your risk of future injury.
Rehabilitation and Training
Built with all types of athletes in mind, the unparalleled world-class complex will feature a variety of turfs and playing surfaces, a therapy pool, state-of-the art training equipment and more to help you recover from injury and achieve your athletic goals.
Walk-In Orthopedic Injury Clinic
When injury happens, whether in the big leagues or the backyard, you need easy access to high-quality care. The walk-in Orthopedic Injury Clinic, with dedicated imaging and diagnostic services, will ensure 24/7 care for orthopedic and sports-related emergencies.
On-site Surgical Services
From sudden broken bones to joint replacement surgeries, the UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute will boast a dedicated surgical center, ensuring seamless and timely access to all manner of orthopedic surgeries.
In addition to quality, compassionate care, patients at the UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute can expect an empowering care experience with personalized support and attention, such as pre-operative classes to prepare patients and set expectations; patient navigators to reduce anxiety and guide patients throughout their care journey; and comprehensive rehabilitation plans to speed recovery. Additional onsite services will include sports cardiology, concussion and neurological care, nutrition services and postoperative pain management alternatives.
“Our UH sports medicine team works in a very collaborative nature,” explains Dr. Voos. “While orthopedic sports medicine is at the core, our primary care sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, nutritional consultants and concussion experts all work together to assure streamlined care of our athletes. Taking care of patients, and particularly athletes, is really a long-term relationship to create a smooth transition from the doctor’s office back onto the field.”
To schedule an appointment with a UH orthopedic specialist, call 216-342-2385. For more information about UH Orthopedics, visit UHhospitals.org/SportsMedComplex.