Orthopedics in Warrensburg, MO

Orthopedics at WMMC

At Western Missouri Medical Center, our orthopedic team is dedicated to helping patients recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and restore mobility and function. Our board-certified orthopedic surgeons and specialists provide expert evaluation, diagnosis, and both surgical and non-surgical treatment for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.

We focus on making your care experience seamless and worry-free. With on-site radiology and coordinated preoperative and postoperative care, we work to help you return to your normal activities safely and efficiently. WMMC has been re-certified by The Joint Commission for total knee, hip, and shoulder replacement, earning the Gold Seal of Approval.

For patients preparing for surgery, we offer online and in-person Total Joint Education classes to guide you through your procedure, recovery, and rehabilitation.

Getting ready to have surgery? The following videos will help educate you on your orthopedic surgery.

Watch our Online Total Shoulder Education Class

Watch our Online Total Hip & Knee Education Class

If you have additional questions, we offer two Total Joint Education Classes:

Option 1: Morning Class:10 a.m. the first Thursday of January, March, May, July, September, and November in Conference Room 1 at the hospital. You do not need to register for this option. Conference Room 1 can be accessed from either the Main Entrance or the Rehabilitation Services Entrance. If entering through the Main entrance, take a left, and at the end of the hall, take a right; Conference Room 1 will be on the left. If entering through the Rehabilitation Services Entrance, take a left; Conference Room 1 will be just ahead on the right.
Option 2: Evening Class: 5 p.m. the first Thursday of February, April, June, August, October, and December in Conference Room 1 at the hospital. You do not need to register for this option. Conference Room 1 can be accessed from either the Main Entrance or the Rehabilitation Services Entrance. If entering through the Main entrance, take a left, and at the end of the hall, take a right; Conference Room 1 will be on the left. If entering through the Rehabilitation Services Entrance, take a left; Conference Room 1 will be just ahead on the right.

These classes provide information and support for your Total Joint Replacement. For more information, please call 660-747-2228.

The Joint Commission 2019 Gold Seal of Approval for Western Missouri Medical Center's Total Knee Replacement and Total Hip Replacement — The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for Western Missouri Medical Center’s Total Knee Replacement, Total Hip Replacement and Total Shoulder Replacement

Providers

Tina Carter, MPAS, PA-C

Zach Loeffelholz, MD

Aaron Rupp, DO

Jeremy Schmitz, MD

Christopher Wittgren, DO

Services

Total hip, knee and shoulder replacement
Partial knee replacement
Ligament reconstruction of the knee including ACL reconstruction
Meniscus repair and meniscectomy (removal of damaged knee cartilage)
Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery of the hip, knee, shoulder, elbow and ankle
Fractures
Arthritis
Sports related injuries
Rotator Cuff and shoulder instability
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Joint, ligament, tendon and cartilage injury
Nerve and tendon problems
Masses and growths

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Orthopedics in Warrensburg, MO

Providers

Tina Carter, MPAS, PA-C

Zach Loeffelholz, MD

Aaron Rupp, DO

Jeremy Schmitz, MD

Christopher Wittgren, DO

Services

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