With expert physicians and providers on staff, the ANTHC’s Orthopedics Clinic focuses on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases.
Our highly-trained physicians specialize in the care of bones, joints, muscles and other parts of the musculoskeletal system for adults and children. Orthopedic clinicians bring expertise in the areas of foot and ankle, hand, hip and knee, shoulder and elbow, sports medicine and pediatric orthopedic surgery.
We are proud to offer a continuum of care with a focus on Alaska Native traditions and culture.
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ANMC orthopedics offers inpatient and outpatient surgical services depending on the nature of the treatment. We are able to offer in-person clinical appointments, video and audio telemedicine, and virtual assistance across Alaska.
For those who require inpatient care, ANMC is able to offer the highest-level of specialized staff and equipment to assist patients recovering from orthopedic surgery.
To refer to the Orthopedic Clinic, primary care providers should refer through the Orthopedic Clinic referral process. The referring provider should indicate on the referral that it is for the Orthopedic clinic. The referral will then be redirected to the clinic scheduler.
At this time AFHCAN/telehealth referral option is not available, but will be in the future. If providers or staff have questions about the referral process, they are encouraged to reach out to our scheduler at 729-1600
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an orthopedic doctor?
Also known as an orthopedist, an orthopedic doctor specializes in bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendon, and nerves. They can also be called doctor of osteopathy.
What types of conditions do you treat?
Many people across Alaska choose the ANMC Orthopedics Clinic to treat all types of musculoskeletal conditions which may involve hand surgery, total joint replacements, pediatric orthopedic conditions, and foot and ankle conditions.
What is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon?
All of our surgeons staffed in the ANMC Orthopedic Clinic are fellowship trained, meaning they have completed the education and training requirements including a year of specialty training in a specific field of their orthopedic specialty. We have doctors trained in all of the orthopedic specialties from hand surgery, total joint replacement, pediatric orthopedics, foot and ankle, and traumatic injuries to the musculoskeletal system.
As of October 1, 2024, all consultation requests must be submitted via the web-based form. Fax and other alternative methods will be rejected unless ANMC-designated downtime procedures have been activated.
The web-based form enhances communication, streamlines provider workflows and improves the overall efficiency of the Orthopedic Teleradiology request process. The form is HIPAA-compliant and includes required fields to ensure effective and timely processing.
Orthopedic clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. During these hours, all Telerad submissions are triaged and processed in the order received. Any Telerad received outside of the regular business hours will be processed on the next business day.
If medical attention is needed after 5 p.m. and on weekends: Call the ANMC operator at 907-563-2662 to contact the “On-Call Surgeon.” If the case is Medically Urgent requiring immediate emergency transport do not use this form, call 907-729-2337 this is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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All Telerad submissions are triaged and processed in the order they were received.
Please note that Medically Urgent requests may take up to 4 hours for processing and Routine requests may take up to 1 business day
If you have any questions reach out to “ANMC Orthopedics Teleradiology RN” via Tiger Text or call 907-729-1791
How you will be Contacted:
You will be contacted by Tiger Connect, or phone if additional information is needed or there are questions regarding your submission.
After submission and review of Telerad your consultation results will be delivered to you via Tiger Connect, Distribution list, Cerner note, or Phone call.
