Complex orthopedic care at Mayo Clinic

When an orthopedic condition is complex or the right treatment is unclear, Mayo Clinic can help you understand your options. Orthopedic specialists review your condition, explain potential treatments and plan care around your needs. You do not need to know which specialist or program to choose before you start. Mayo Clinic can connect you with the right experts.

Expertise in complex orthopedic conditions

Across Mayo Clinic, more than 80 orthopedic experts care for people with more than 200 orthopedic conditions and perform more than 100 types of procedures. Specialists use advanced imaging, surgical planning and team-based review to understand complex conditions and recommend treatment based on your condition and goals.

Alicia’s story: Finding a different path for complex hip care

Hip pain forced Alicia to stop ballet. Before moving forward with the surgery recommended at home, she and her family came to Mayo Clinic for another opinion. Watch how specialists found the source of her pain and planned a different surgical approach around her goal of dancing again.

Joint, hip and knee care

Mayo Clinic orthopedic specialists provide complex joint care, including adult reconstruction, revision surgery, joint replacement, and hip and knee conditions. The Young Hip Clinic at Mayo Clinic in Minnesota evaluates and treats young people with hip pain.

Spine, limb, hand, shoulder, foot and ankle care

Orthopedic specialists treat complex spine and limb conditions, as well as hand, shoulder, foot and ankle issues. Specialized care may include microvascular procedures such as nerve repair and nerve or muscle grafts.

Trauma, sports injuries and pediatric orthopedics

Mayo Clinic provides care for complex fractures and trauma, sports injuries, and pediatric orthopedic conditions. Treatment may include surgery, rehabilitation or specialty follow-up based on condition, age and goals.

Orthopedic oncology

Mayo Clinic orthopedic oncologists specialize in surgery for cancers involving bone and soft tissue, including osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, chondrosarcoma and soft tissue sarcomas.

Surgical planning and innovation

For some complex procedures, Mayo Clinic specialists use 3D printing to create life-size models of bones or tumors. These models help surgeons plan procedures in detail before an operation. Mayo Clinic orthopedic specialists also conduct research and participate in clinical trials across musculoskeletal disease, helping bring new and emerging diagnostic and treatment options into patient care.

Coordinated care and recovery

Complex orthopedic care may involve more than one specialty. Mayo Clinic orthopedic specialists work with experts in radiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, internal medicine, surgery, and other areas to evaluate your condition, plan treatment and support recovery. Mayo Clinic specialists use minimally invasive approaches when appropriate, which may help reduce pain and support a faster recovery. Care before and after surgery may also involve rehabilitation or other specialty support based on your needs.

International patient support

Care teams coordinate evaluation and treatment for international patients. Mayo Clinic International Patient Services can help you understand the appointment process, plan travel around your care needs and coordinate support once you arrive in the U.S. How long you may need to stay in the U.S. will depend on the evaluation or treatment you need.

Next steps for complex orthopedic care at Mayo Clinic

If you are considering Mayo Clinic for complex orthopedic care, review the international appointment process to understand how to prepare and what happens next. If you have questions or need help before requesting an appointment, contact Mayo Clinic International Patient Services.

Learn how to request an appointment

Contact Mayo Clinic International Patient Services