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Orthopedics

Orthopedic doctors specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, tendons, ligaments and muscles. We know these injuries and conditions can be painful, so we’re here to help with both non-surgical and surgical care for:

If non-surgical measures are not effective in providing relief from your joint pain, we can offer advanced surgical repair procedures, including:

  • Arthroscopic surgery
  • Total joint replacement surgery

At Big Bend Regional Medical Center, orthopedic specialists have the experience and technologies to treat your orthopedic concerns and help get you back to the life you love.

Daniel W. Vande Lune, MD, – Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING:
Graduate: University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Internship: General Surgery, Indiana University Medical Center
Resident: Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Missouri – Kansas City
Fellowship: Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy, University of Massachusetts

Professional Credentials:
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons Fellow
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

General Orthopaedic Surgeon Specializing in: General Orthopaedics, Arthroscopy, Total Joint Replacement, and Sports Medicine

Total Hip Replacement

Total Hip Replacement

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Knee Replacement

Knee Replacement

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Arthroscopic Surgery

Arthroscopic Surgery

Joint pain can really hurt, especially when it keeps you from what you need or love to do. At , we can help you get back on track. That includes minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery to treat a variety of hip, knee and shoulder conditions....

Knee Ligament Repair

Knee Ligament Repair

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Nerve Decompression Surgery

Nerve Decompression Surgery

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Rotator Cuff Repair

Rotator Cuff Repair

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Sports Medicine

Sports Medicine

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