- ArthritisInflammatory Arthritis - Swelling and heat (inflammation) of the joint lining causes a release of enzymes which soften and eventually destroy the cartilage. Rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus and psoriatic arthritis are inflammatory in nature.
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Rheumatology
- Pediatric CareDr. Margot Geary is a fellowship trained interventional pain physician. She completed medical school at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Her internship was in pediatrics at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA. She then completed her Anesthesiology residency and Interventional Pain Management fellowship at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh. Her multimodal approach involves the treatment of chronic pain with non opioid options utilizing minimally invasive procedures, spinal cord stimulation and behavior modification.
- Family Practice
- Emergency Care
- Labor and Delivery
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeSouthern Maryland Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Center 's Hand Surgeons provide diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of hand and wrist problems including trauma, occupational injuries, arthritis, neuropathies such as carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel syndrome, cysts, and congenital problems. From tennis elbow to tendon repair, our physicians’ primary goal is to return patients to maximal function as quickly as possible.
- Anxiety
- UltrasoundDr. Travis has numerous peer reviewed publications in the medical and basic science literature. He teaches upper extremity anatomy to medical students and musculoskeletal ultrasound to orthopaedic and hand surgeons at national and international meetings.
- MRIDiagnosing joint injuries and disease begins with a thorough medical history, physical examination, and usually X-rays. Additional tests such as an MRI, or CT scan also may be needed. Through the arthroscope, a final diagnosis is made which may be more accurate than through "open" surgery or from X-ray studies.
- X-Rays
- Computed TomographyThe most common symptom of spinal injuries is pain. Some injuries may damage spinal nerves that may cause inflammation, loss of muscle control and loss of sensation. Symptoms may proceed to paralysis, limited movement, and immobility. Workplace injuries are diagnosed using X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, and magnetic-resonance imaging (MRI) scans.
- General SurgeryOur mission is to provide our patients with cost-effective outpatient surgical services through friendly staff, caring doctors, state-of-the-art technology, and a well-equipped, comfortable facility.
- Orthopedics
- SciaticaSpinal decompression is a procedure of relieving pressure on one or many “pinched nerves” of the backbone. It can be achieved either by surgical or non-surgical method. It is used to treat conditions that cause chronic backache like herniated disc, disc bulge, sciatica, spinal stenosis.
- ArthroscopyArthroscopy is a surgical procedure in which an arthroscope is inserted into a joint. Arthroscopy is a term that comes from two Greek words, arthro-, meaning joint, and -skopein, meaning to examine.
- Pinched NerveLaminectomy: This is a procedure in which a small portion of the roof of the spinal bone is removed to relieve pressure on pinched nerve. This is performed as a last resort, when conservative treatment fails to provide relief from back pain.
- Ankle SurgeryFollowing residency, Dr. Turner served six years as an orthopaedic surgeon with the U.S. Navy. She has been stationed at multiple duty stations including Puerto Rico, Portsmouth, Virginia and Naples, Italy. She also deployed to Iraq with the U.S. Marines in direct support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. During her tenure as a Naval officer, Dr. Turner did extensive work in foot and ankle surgery and was involved in the teaching and training of orthopaedic residents.
- Joint ReplacementWhen only some of the joint is damaged, a surgeon may be able to repair or replace just the damaged parts. When the entire joint is damaged, a total joint replacement is done. To replace a total hip or knee joint, a surgeon removes the diseased or damaged parts and inserts artificial parts, called prostheses or implants.
- Hand SurgeryDr. Travis is a United States Army combat veteran, US Army Flight Surgeon and a US Navy trained Diving Medical Officer who retired after over 30 years of military service. During his time in the military he served in a wide variety of positions including Chief of Hand Surgery and Director of Research at a residency teaching program as well as numerous operational assignments. He held academic appointments as an Assistant Professor of Surgery and Associate Professor of Anatomy.
- Orthopedic SurgeryDr. Perry is an orthopaedic surgeon certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery with over 25 years’ experience, specializing in treating injuries and disorders of the foot and ankle in children and adults. He received his medical degree and residency from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and has treated patients in hospital-based clinics as well as private practice, with additional experience in treating emergency patients with orthopedic trauma. With his advanced training and expertise, he was appointed to the faculty at the University of South Alabama and the University of Texas Southwestern School of Medicine, teaching student physicians for the past 23 years, and lecturing around the country to provide continuing medical education to other physicians in orthopaedics. He is a member of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, and has written scholarly articles and textbook chapters, and is an examiner for the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He has provided charity care for the people in Haiti and volunteer medical support at sporting events.
- Bunions
- ArthroscopyThe benefits of arthroscopy involve smaller incisions, faster healing, a more rapid recovery, and less scarring. Arthroscopic surgical procedures are often performed on an outpatient basis and the patient is able to return home on the same day.
- Hip Replacement
- Knee ReplacementAfter leaving the Navy, Dr. Turner completed a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. This fellowship allowed her to gain additional expertise in hip and knee replacement surgery as well as advanced training in Foot and Ankle surgery.
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Cyst
- Sports MedicineFor more than 30 years, Southern Maryland Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Center has been serving the Tri-County area with compassionate, quality, state of the art orthopaedic care.
- Physical TherapyCAO Sports Performance Center is dually focused on physical therapy and sports performance. Our team of renowned physicians, therapists, and coaches work together to help you achieve a healthy body and mind. How can we help you?
- Occupational TherapyYour spine surgeon may recommend for rehabilitation that includes both physiotherapy and occupational therapy to promote complete and faster healing.
- Tennis Elbow
- Slipped DiscIt is a surgical procedure performed on the spine for the removal of the fragment of slipped disc. Slipped disc is also known as bulging disc or herniated disc.
- Back Pain
- Ankle Sprain
- Bunions ProblemsSouthern Maryland Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Center Specialists provide comprehensive care, including diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for all types of foot and ankle problems. We provide care for patients of all ages, listening and working together to customize the right treatment plan, whether for bunions, fractures or complex neuromuscular disorders.
- Hammertoes
- Heel SpursIf you have pain in your foot or ankle or any of the conditions listed above, you should consult an orthopaedic foot and ankle specialist.
- Foot Neuroma
- Plantar Fasciitis