OrthoSports Associates is the leading orthopedic practice in Birmingham & Central Alabama.
We get your body back to living again.
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OrthoSports at a glance
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Schedule AppointmentNeck & Back care at OrthoSports
Back and neck pain, disc problems and sciatica, with non-surgical care first whenever it fits.
Some of the neck and back conditions we treat
Specialists who treat neck and back conditions
Spain Hodges, MDWhere to see them
Shoulder care at OrthoSports
Rotator cuff, instability and the wear that limits your reach: evaluated, treated and rehabbed here.
Some of the shoulder conditions we treat
Specialists who treat shoulder conditions
Jerry V. Ambrosia, MD
David Shane Buggay, MD
Michael G. Martin, MD
Michael Ewing, MD
Grady E. Maddox, MDWhere to see them
Elbow care at OrthoSports
Tennis elbow, dislocations and the throwing injuries that end a season early.
Some of the elbow conditions we treat
Specialists who treat elbow conditions
Where to see them
Hand & Wrist care at OrthoSports
From carpal tunnel to fractures, the fine-motion joints your work and life depend on.
Some of the hand and wrist conditions we treat
Specialists who treat hand and wrist conditions
Jerry V. Ambrosia, MD
Kathryn Bentley, MDDavid Shane Buggay, MD
Kenneth Jaffe, MDGrady E. Maddox, MDMichael G. Martin, MD
David Woods, MDWhere to see them
Hip care at OrthoSports
Impingement, labral tears and arthritis that turn every step into a decision.
Some of the hip conditions we treat
Specialists who treat hip conditions
Jerry V. Ambrosia, MDDavid Shane Buggay, MD
Michael D. Clark, MD
Matt Jackson, DOMichael G. Martin, MDWhere to see them
Knee care at OrthoSports
The joint that takes the most and forgives the least, from ACL tears to full replacement.
Some of the knee conditions we treat
Specialists who treat knee conditions
Jerry V. Ambrosia, MDDavid Shane Buggay, MDMichael D. Clark, MD
Reed Estes, MDMichael Ewing, MDMatt Jackson, DOMichael G. Martin, MDWhere to see them
Foot & Ankle care at OrthoSports
Sprains, fractures and the everyday mechanics that keep you moving.
Some of the foot and ankle conditions we treat
Specialists who treat foot and ankle conditions
James Thomas, DPMWhere to see them
Sports Medicine care at OrthoSports
Return-to-play care for every level of athlete, from weekend warriors to varsity rosters.
Some of the sports injuries we treat
Specialists who treat sports injuries
Jerry V. Ambrosia, MDDavid Shane Buggay, MD
Yvonne Conway, MDReed Estes, MDMichael Ewing, MDKenneth Jaffe, MDMichael G. Martin, MDWhere to see them
Orthopedic Oncology care at OrthoSports
Diagnosis and treatment of lumps, masses and tumors in bone and soft tissue.
Some of the orthopedic oncology conditions we treat
Specialists who treat orthopedic oncology conditions
Where to see them
MRI & Imaging care at OrthoSports
X-rays and MRI scans that show your doctor what is causing the problem.
What we offer
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Orthopedic Doctors in Birmingham and Central Alabama
Meet the Doctors of OrthoSports
Our OrthoSports team is with you through the complete process of rehabilitation, from diagnosis to treatment to physical therapy.
Orthopedic Clinics Across
Birmingham and Central Alabama
Why Choose OrthoSports Associates
The specialists central Alabama trusts to get them moving.
Not a hospital system. Orthopedic surgeons who live here, treat their neighbors, and stay with you from diagnosis through recovery.
- ✓Surgeons who subspecializeYou see the surgeon who does your procedure every week, not a generalist.
- ✓Team physicians for local schools & athleticsThe sideline care our community’s athletes count on.
- ✓Everything under one roofImaging, surgery, and therapy coordinated across eight locations.
Orthopedic Condition
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Common Questions About OrthoSports
What does OrthoSports treat?
We treat pain and injury in the neck and back, shoulder, elbow, hand and wrist, hip, knee, and foot and ankle. We also offer sports medicine and joint replacement, and orthopedic oncology for bone and soft tissue tumors.
Where are OrthoSports locations?
We see patients at 8 locations across Birmingham and Central Alabama: UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham, UAB St. Vincent’s One Nineteen, Hoover 150, Trussville, Gardendale, Complete Health Pell City, UAB St. Vincent’s St. Clair, and UAB St. Vincent’s Blount.
Where can I get an MRI?
Our Trussville clinic has an MRI on site, at 5850 Valley Road, Suite 110, Birmingham, AL 35235.
Does OrthoSports offer physical therapy?
Yes. We offer physical and occupational therapy at UAB St. Vincent’s and UAB St. Vincent’s East.
How many doctors does OrthoSports have?
We have 14 doctors: 13 orthopedic surgeons and one podiatrist. Find a Doctor filters the list by body area, location, or name.
Does OrthoSports have a podiatrist?
James Thomas, DPM, is a podiatrist with residency training in foot and ankle surgery, and sees patients in Trussville. Our foot and ankle team also includes Dr. Jerry V. Ambrosia, Dr. David Shane Buggay, Dr. Yvonne Conway, and Dr. Michael G. Martin.
Where can I learn about my condition?
The best place to start is an appointment with one of our physicians, who can examine you and explain what is going on. Our Learning Center has 322 guides to conditions, treatments, recovery, and injury prevention, summarized from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. They are good background to read before your visit and talk over with your doctor.