Orthopaedic Surgical Associates & Merrimack Valley Spine Center (“OSA”) were recently notified of a data breach impacting a third-party vendor, ConnectOnCall. OSA takes the protection of patient information seriously. Following notification of this incident, OSA terminated the partnership with ConnectOnCall. Patients will receive notification letters of the incident directly from ConnectOnCall. Patients may contact ConnectOnCall and learn more about the incident from the notification letter, or at the following web address: https://www.phreesia.com/security-incident/

Innovations in Spine Surgery: AI Personalized Implants for Fusions

Back pain is one of the most common reasons that people seek a physician’s care. Depending on the cause and severity, there are several pain relief treatments available ranging from conservative to surgical. When appropriate, conservative treatments can include anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy and/or injections. One surgical option for back and/or leg pain is a […]

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Physician Spotlight on Dr. Joseph Fleck

Tell us a little bit about your background and how you got interested in podiatry. My journey into podiatry began with a strong interest and desire to specialize in a field where I could make a significant impact on patients’ quality of life. I was drawn to podiatry because it allowed me to focus on […]

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How Are So Many Total Joint Replacements Performed in an Outpatient Setting?

Joint replacement surgery is one of the most common procedures in the U.S. and previously required an overnight hospital stay. Increasingly, these surgeries are often performed in outpatient settings for appropriate candidates, offering patients convenience and safety by allowing them to return home the same day. This shift to outpatient joint replacements has been made […]

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Physician Spotlight on Dr. Thomas Herron

How did you become interested in sports medicine? My interest in sports medicine comes from my appreciation for sports at all levels—whether it’s high school, college, professional, or even weekend warriors. I’m particularly interested in how similar the injuries can be across different stages of athleticism. From an orthopedic perspective, these injuries often require a […]

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Physician Spotlight on Dr. Allis Kim

How did you get interested in medicine (in general) and then in orthopedic surgery as a specialty? I was initially “matched” into general surgery as my first choice. I had not had any exposure to orthopedic surgery. During my General Surgery training, I did a rotation for 4 weeks in orthopedics. I really enjoyed orthopedic […]

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