| Hand Surgery: Orthopaedic Surgery is the medical specialty that includes the preservation, investigation, and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. Orthopaedic surgeons are involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems are present at birth or develop at any time during their lifetime. Congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors and metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system are problems cared for by the orthopaedic surgeon. These musculoskeletal problems include deformities, injuries, and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. The orthopaedic surgeon is concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems. They are also involved in the care of patients who manifest the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. | |
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Alfonso Mejia, II M.D.
Alfonso Mejia, II, M.D., has been practicing orthopedic and hand surgery since 1996. He completed his residency at University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics and served a fellowship at Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Micro Surgery. Dr. Mejia is board certified in orthopedic surgery and holds a certificate of added qualification in surgery of the hand. He is affiliated with St. Francis, Cook County, and the University of Illinois Hospitals. Dr. Mejia, II is an assistant clinical professor of orthopedic surgery at the University of Illinois. He has a special interest in hand and wrist trauma, and nerve compression disorders. Ages Seen: Dr. A. Mejia II sees patients of all ages. |
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Smith Medical Care 17495 S. LaGrange Road (96th Avenue) Tinley Park, Illinois 60477 (708) 226-7000 |
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