Orthopedics

Orthopedic surgeons at North Shore Medical Center (NSMC) diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders in adult and pediatric patients, providing comprehensive and highly skilled care for conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves of the trunk and extremities. Several of our orthopedic surgeons specialize in shoulder, hand/finger, hip/knee, foot/ankle and/or spine surgery, while others have general and sports medicine expertise. Laparoscopic minimally invasive procedures are offered as appropriate. Learn more

Danvers Golfer Trades Constant Pain for Hip Replacement

In August 2011, Anthony Conti had his right hip replaced at NSMC Salem Hospital. “Within a few weeks I was back out in the garden and couple weeks after that I returned to the golf course,” said Conti. "I feel like I’m back to 100 percent.” watch video

Looking for a Shoulder to Lean On

Alfred Newman, of Peabody, could bear with most of the aches and pains in his shoulders, chalking it up to getting older. But when the retired carpenter and electrical engineer started struggling to put his belt on and to even dress himself, he knew he needed to take action. Read more

NSMC Hip and Knee School

All NSMC patients scheduled for hip or knee replacement surgery are invited to attend a free "hip and knee school" in preparation. Representatives from Physical Therapy, Nursing, Anesthesia, Case Management and Pre-Admission Testing are on hand to answer questions and describe what to expect.  Read more