Center for Orthopaedics

Orthopedics • Lake Charles, LA • Since 1994

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About

Center for Orthopaedics is a privately held orthopedic medical practice founded in 1994 and headquartered in Lake Charles, LA. It provides a broad range of musculoskeletal services, including sports medicine, joint replacement, knee/hip/shoulder/hand/foot & ankle care, physical medicine & rehabilitation, regenerative medicine, and orthopaedic research. The practice operates 4 offices across Southwest Louisiana and Southeast Texas, employs about 19 staff (with growth year over year), and supports 15 doctors across multiple specialties. It serves as sports medicine providers for 14 area high schools and offers patient information and orthopedic services through its main site, centerforortho.com. Contact: various local numbers and info@centerforortho.com.

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Clinic Type

Orthopedics

Address

Two convenient offices in Lake Charles and Moss Bluff, Louisiana

Phone

3375130614

Email

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Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Website

https://www.centerforortho.com/

Emergency Care

OrthoExpress same-day emergency care

Services Offered

orthopaedic surgery
sports medicine
knee pain treatment
shoulder pain treatment
back pain treatment
hip pain treatment
neck pain treatment
elbow pain
joint replacement
bone health central
pediatric orthopedics
foot and ankle care
OrthoExpress same-day emergency care
regenerative medicine
physical medicine and rehabilitation
MAKO SmartRobotic joint replacement

Technology & Equipment

MAKO SmartRobotic Joint Replacement
regenerative medicine
physical medicine and rehabilitation

Team

Center for Orthopaedics team — Orthopedic surgeons and staff

Insurance & Payment

Most Major Insurances Accepted

Languages Spoken

English

Awards & Accreditations

Dr. Steven Hale Named President of Louisiana Orthopaedic Association
Dr. John Noble Named Tiger of the Year by LSU Orthopaedic Alumni Association

Social Media

Twitter Youtube Facebook Instagram

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive

Center for Orthopaedics Official Website: 4.89 out of 5 stars (1330 reviews)
Facebook: 90% recommend (78 Reviews)

Patients praise

friendly and professional staff and doctors
thorough explanations of procedures and conditions
high patient satisfaction with surgical outcomes
welcoming environment
attentive and unhurried care

Common complaints

long wait times for appointments

"My visit with dr crookshank was very professional great doctor. My only complaint I was there a little over 1 hour & 15 minutes."

— Center for Orthopaedics Testimonials

"Exceptional quality care. Listens and is concerned about your health concerns. Adept with the latest medical updates. Rates a 10 on a scale of 1-10. A true asset to the medical profession in Lake Charles."

— Center for Orthopaedics Testimonials

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