News & Events - Orthopaedic Surgery

New comprehensive Sports and Exercise Medicine Clinic opens at UAB

The multidisciplinary clinic will offer a full spectrum of sports and exercise medicine services to patients, including non-operative and surgical procedures and nutritional, biologic injections,[…]

Brabston, Casp, Evely, Momaya, and Lane published in Arthroscopy Techniques

Drs. Eugene Brabston, Aaron Casp, Thomas Evely, and Amit Momaya, faculty members in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Dr. Pearce Lane, Orthopaedic Surgery resident,[…]

Momaya selected for Convergence Medical Advisory Board

Amit Momaya, M.D., chief of Sports Medicine and associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, was recently selected to join the Convergence Medical Advisory[…]

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery celebrates Thanksgiving

On Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, Steven Theiss, M.D., professor and John D. Sherrill Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery, and the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery hosted a[…]

Brabston, Casp, Evely, Momaya, and others published in Journal of Orthopaedics

Drs. Eugene Brabston, Aaron Casp, Thomas Evely, and Amit Momaya, faculty members in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, are authors of a recently published article[…]

Gould published in The Physician and Sportsmedicine for equestrian helmet study testing helmet liner performance

Sara Gould, M.D., MPH, associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, is an author of a recently published article titled “A novel equestrian helmet[…]

UAB Orthopaedic Surgery research on ‘gender disparities in professional sports team physicians’ highlighted on Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine podcast

Amit Momaya, M.D., chief of Sports Medicine and associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, was recently featured on the Clinical Journal of Sport[…]

Williams selected for UAB CMA Career Ladder Program

Patriece Williams, a certified medical assistant (CMA) with UAB Orthopaedic Surgery, recently completed UAB Medicine’s CMA Career Ladder Program and advanced from certified clinical medical[…]

Article authored by Siegel, Hess, and Andrews published in Surgical Oncology

Herrick J. Siegel, M.D., professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Matthew Hess, M.D., former chief resident in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Nicholas[…]

Hiatt attends NASS Annual Meeting

Luke Hiatt, M.D., assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, recently attended the North American Spine Society (NASS) Annual Meeting. The meeting included an[…]

Article authored by Brabston, Casp, Evely, and Momaya published in Journal of Orthopaedics

Drs. Eugene Brabston, Aaron Casp, Thomas Evely, and Amit Momaya, faculty members in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, are authors of a recently published article[…]

Momaya joins Birmingham Legion FC for first round of playoffs

Saturday, October 21, Amit Momaya, M.D., chief of Sports Medicine and associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, traveled to Tampa, Florida, with the[…]

Article authored by Brabston and Momaya published in The Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine

Drs. Eugene Brabston and Amit Momaya, faculty members in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, are authors of a recently published article titled “A Systematic Review[…]

UAB Orthopaedic Surgery welcomes three new faculty members

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Orthopaedic Surgery has welcomed three new faculty members–Drs. Ronit Wollstein, Rachel Aliotta, and Shane Strom. […]

Siegel featured in Orthopedics Today, discusses 3D printing for bone tumors

Herrick J. Siegel, M.D., professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, was recently featured in Orthopedics Today–an orthopedic news journal of which Siegel is a[…]

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery welcomes Strom as assistant professor

The UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased to welcome Shane Strom, M.D., as an assistant professor specializing in pediatric orthopaedics. Strom, originally from California,[…]

The 58th Scoliosis Research Society Annual Meeting

Shawn Gilbert, M.D., attended the 58th annual Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) Annual Meeting in Seattle, Washington, from September 6-9. SRS is an internationally recognized society[…]

Lane receives Patient First Award

Pearce Lane, M.D., a third-year resident with UAB Orthopaedic Surgery, received the Patient First Award for going above and beyond in his efforts. The Patient[…]

Siegel to give spotlight presentation at new AAOS CME course

Herrick J. Siegel, M.D., professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, will be giving an American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) spotlight presentation at a[…]

11 UAB Orthopaedic Surgery providers receive recognition for high-rating patient satisfaction scores

Every year, the UAB Office of Patient Experience and Engagement celebrates the highest-scoring ambulatory providers in patient experience. Out of the 393 UAB Medicine providers[…]

Sudden cardiac arrest in youth and young athletes: Signs, resources, and prevention

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening event that can happen unexpectedly to anyone, including young individuals. Unlike a heart attack, SCA occurs when the[…]

Orthopaedic Surgery welcomes Wollstein as head of Hand and Upper Extremity Section

The UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is excited to announce that Ronit Wollstein, M.D., has joined the department as a professor and head of its[…]

Momaya collaborates with UAB Physical Therapy, Andrews Sports Medicine, and others to publish article measuring physical activity levels in those with FAIS

Amit Momaya, M.D., chief of Sports Medicine and associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, in collaboration with UAB Physical Therapy and Andrews Sports[…]

Equestrian Safety 101

UAB experts offer tips on staying safe while horseback riding.

Rolling with caution: E-bike and e-scooter safety tips from Momaya

As the end of summer approaches, adolescents may find themselves drawn to outdoor activities to savor the remaining moments of the season. Amit Momaya, M.D,[…]

UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine first site in Alabama to provide new ACL repair procedure

This is the first medical advancement allowing the body to repair its own ACL.

UAB Orthopaedics rated high performing by U.S. News and World Report

UAB Hospital has been named the best hospital in Alabama in the U.S. News & World Report’s (USNWR) 2023-2023 Best Hospital rankings, and five UAB[…]

Gould, Hebson featured on ESPN’s SportsCenter

Sara Gould, M.D., MPH, associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Camden Hebson, M.D., associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics, were recently[…]

Gould featured on UAB MedCast

Sara Gould, M.D., MPH, associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, was a recent guest on UAB Medicine's podcast, UAB MedCast. This podcast series[…]

Border and Coleman honored by Birmingham artist at local exhibition

Kelly Border, patient encounter specialist, and Diane Coleman, hand therapist in the UAB Hand Therapy Clinic, recently attended Delrico Gibson’s local exhibition which displayed his[…]

Siegel serves as co-director of upcoming 2023 DisasterPlasty Course

Herrick J. Siegel, M.D., professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, is serving as co-director of the 2023 DisasterPlasty Course, held Sept. 13-16 in Key[…]

Annual AOSSM meeting in review

Aaron Casp, M.D., and Amit Momaya, M.D., attended the Annual American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) Conference in Washington, D.C. on July 13-16. Casp[…]

Johnson promoted to associate professor, Momaya receives tenure

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased to announce that Joseph “Joey” Johnson, M.D., has been promoted to associate professor, and Amit Momaya, M.D., has[…]

Siegel to speak at Orthopaedic Summit Course

Dr. Herrick Siegel, professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, will be speaking at the 2023 Orthopaedic Summit Course in Boston, Massachusetts in September. Siegel[…]

Morsy publishes article in Annals of Plastic Surgery

Dr. Mohamed Morsy, assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, is an author of a recently published article titled “Treatment of Concomitant Congenital Pseudarthrosis[…]

UAB Orthopaedic Surgery hosts annual Research Day and graduation dinner for residents

On Friday, June 23, 2023, the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery hosted its annual Resident Research Day event, followed by a graduation dinner celebrating its graduating[…]

Evely, Brabston, Momaya publish article in Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

Drs. Thomas Evely, Eugene Brabston, and Amit Momaya, faculty members in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, are authors of a recently published article titled “The[…]

Spitler, Johnson, Patch publish article in European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology

Dr. Clay Spitler, associate professor, Dr. Joseph Johnson, assistant professor, and Dr. David Patch, resident, in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, are authors of a[…]

Brabston and Momaya publish article in Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

Drs. Eugene Brabston and Amit Momaya, faculty members in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, are authors of a recently published article titled “Home-Based Physical Therapy[…]

UAB, Birmingham Barons make patient’s baseball dreams come true

Six-year-old Waylon Marshall was able to sign a one-day contract with the Barons, a true milestone just six months after a traumatic hand injury was[…]

Summer safety: Tips to prevent pediatric orthopaedic injuries

From trampoline safety to ATV injury prevention, UAB experts are sharing their top tips for maintaining awareness and taking preventative measures to ensure summer break[…]

Aliotta joins Department of Orthopaedic Surgery faculty

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased to welcome Rachel Aliotta, M.D., as assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery. Aliotta will specialize in hand and reconstructive[…]

Inaugural UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine Ferguson Lecture Series Explores Running Medicine

The one-day conference included talks on common running injuries and treatments, performance optimization, nutrition, mental health and more.

Johnson and Spitler publish article in Foot & Ankle International

Michael Johnson, M.D., and Clay Spitler, M.D., associate professors in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, are both authors of a recently published article titled “Comparison[…]

Morsy publishes article on reconstruction of pediatric lateral femoral condyle

Mohamed Morsy, M.D., assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, is an author of a recently published article titled “Reconstruction of a Pediatric Lateral[…]

When thrown a curveball, UAB patient hits recovery and resilience out of the park

A traumatic hand injury treated by UAB could not hold Waylon Marshall back from his love of baseball and his desire to continue to play.

UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine to host conference on running medicine

Attendees can learn about how to better optimize their performance and avoid injuries, new research in running medicine, nutrition, mental health, and more.

Schick receives poster award at MAOA 2023 Annual Meeting

Dr. Samuel Schick, a research fellow with the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, recently won a $500 poster award at the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association (MAOA) 2023[…]

Summer safety for children: Tips to prevent pediatric orthopaedic injuries during summer break

Kevin Williams, M.D.Summer break is fast approaching, and it is an exciting time for children. Fun activities should be carefully monitored to ensure the prevention[…]

Momaya appointed to AOSSM Committee

Amit Momaya, M.D., associate professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, has been appointed to the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) Committee. AOSSM[…]

UAB Sports Medicine team presents at 2023 AANA Annual Meeting

The Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) is an international professional organization of orthopaedic surgeons and other medical professionals who are committed to advancing the[…]

UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine supports We Love Homewood Day

On Saturday, May 6, 2023, Homewood residents gathered to celebrate We Love Homewood Day 2023 (WLHD) at Homewood Central Park. The event occurred between 10[…]

Williams and Guy celebrate 25 years of service with UAB

Tiffany GuyThe Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is excited to recognize the commendable dedication of two long-standing employees, Tammy Williams and Tiffany Guy, who have been[…]

Alabama artist who nearly died creates art for the people who saved him

After being burned in an explosion three years ago, Delrico Gibson thought he would never use his hands again. Now, see the artworks he created[…]

UAB Medicine leadership programs celebrate more than 100 participants

In the last several years, UAB Medicine and Heersink School of Medicine have worked to bring leadership development to faculty and staff through the UAB[…]

Hess wins second place in Chestley L. Yelton Resident Essay Competition

Matthew Hess, M.D., a PGY-5 in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, has won second place in the Chestley L. Yelton Resident Essay Competition for his[…]

Orthopaedic Surgery PGY-4s match into fellowships and enlist in the U.S. Navy

Congratulations to the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery PGY-4 residents on their recent fellowship matches and post-graduation commitments! We are excited to announce where our residents[…]

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery hosts Staff Appreciation Luncheon

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery hosted a luncheon catered by Jim N Nicks BBQ in appreciation of its staff on Wednesday, May 3, from 11:15[…]

UAB Medicine team accompanies Birmingham Bulls to finals

The Birmingham Bulls professional hockey team is participating in the 2023 President’s Cup Finals and is being accompanied by members of the UAB Department of[…]

Smith named 2023 Patient Experience Hero

Ayonna Smith, a patient encounter specialist for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, has been named a 2023 Patient Experience Hero. Each year during Patient Experience[…]

Kasprow named Clinical Excellence in Nursing Award recipient

Sarah Kasprow, athletic trainer for Orthopaedic Surgery and the Sports Medicine Clinic at UAB Highlands, has been named one of the Clinical Excellence in Nursing[…]

New UAB MedCast Episode with Dr. Mabry

For patients experiencing knee pain from osteoarthritis on just one side of the knee, a partial knee replacement may be the best option. Scott Mabry,[…]

Momaya named one of 10 Sports Medicine Leaders to Know

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., was recently listed in Becker's Orthopedic Review's "10 Sports Medicine Leaders to Know." Momaya is[…]

Keep your eyes, skin, muscles and joints injury-free this spring with these yardwork safety tips

Learn how to prevent and treat some common types of outdoor injuries.

Momaya publishes study on Traumatic Cartilage Degeneration

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., published a study evaluating if similar inflammatory gene patterns exist between the synovium, hyaline cartilage,[…]

Gould to speak at 2023 AMSSM Conference

UAB Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Sara Gould, M.D. will present at the 2023 American Medical Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting in May. The AMSSM[…]

Fomepizole helps overcome antibiotic-resistant pneumonia in mice

Researchers identify a new target to fight infections caused by the opportunistic lung pathogen Streptococcus pneumoniae — interference with the bacteria’s fermentation metabolism.

Momaya attends team physician course at TPC 2023

UAB Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., represents UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine at the Arthrex Team Physician Controversies: Team Physician Course last month.[…]

Orthopaedics Trauma team publishes study on the management of open pelvic ring injuries

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Director of the Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship Clay Spitler, M.D., alongside Assistant Professor Joey Johnson, M.D., and current[…]

Johnson moderates symposium at 2023 AOFAS Winter Meeting

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Residency Program Director Michael Johnson, M.D., moderated at the 2023 American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Winter[…]

Department first to pilot first-in-state online scheduling for patients

Patients of UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine and UAB Orthopaedic Services can now easily schedule their appointments online with many providers, adding to the convenience[…]

Momaya publishes study on Femoroacetabular Impingement Syndrome

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., published a study comparing physical activity levels between individuals with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome and uninjured[…]

Boohaker invited to speak at AAOHN

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Andrea Boohaker, CRNP, is invited to speak at the 2023 American Association of Occupational Health Nurses National Conference later this[…]

Knee Replacement Robot joins suite of cutting-edge technology used by UAB Orthopaedics

The VA Orthopaedic Surgery Joint Service recently added a new robotic surgery option for Birmingham VA Medical Center patients needing knee replacement surgery. The ROSA[…]

Williams & Padgett awarded POSNA grant

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Assistant Professor Kevin Williams, M.D., and Research Fellow Anthony Padgett, was awarded a one-year Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America[…]

Schick awarded MAOA grant

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Research Fellow Samuel Schick was awarded the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association Education Grant for Senior Residents/Fellows to attend the 2023 Annual Meeting.[…]

Staying safe on the slopes: injury prevention tips for skiers and snowboarders

UAB Sports Medicine offers some ways to make that last ski trip of the winter a safe one.

Department welcomes Hiatt & Morsy

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased to welcome Luke Hiatt, M.D., and Mohamed Morsy, M.D., as assistant professors of orthopaedic surgery. Hiatt joins the[…]

The Return - Fitzgerald Mofor

The UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine program supports the community and provides care to patients from across the Southeast. Each story is unique and shows[…]

Theiss named co-chair of international comprehensive spine course

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor and John D. Sherrill Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery Steven Theiss, M.D., has been named co-chair of the joint North[…]

Momaya selected to AANA Education Committee

The Arthroscopy Association of North America has selected UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., as a member of their Educational Committee.[…]

Your guide to UAB Ortho at AAOS 2023

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery faculty and trainees will head to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2023 Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada from[…]

Spine Team publishes study on postoperative Ileus risk factors

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor and John D. Sherrill Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery Steven Theiss, M.D., alongside Associate Professor Sakthivel Rajaram Manoharan, M.D. and[…]

Department presents research at NASS & OTA Conferences in late 2022

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery presents at both the North American Spine Society (NASS) Conference in Chicago and the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) Conference in[…]

Mabry on UAB MedCast

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Assistant Professor Scott Mabry, M.D., was a recent guest on UAB Medicine's podcast - UAB MedCast. This podcast series is[…]

Siegel to be Surgeon Faculty for Complex Hip & Knee Revision Symposium

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor Herrick Siegel, M.D. has been selected to be on the Surgeon Faculty for the Johnson & Johnson Institute -[…]

Boohaker receives Frontline Champion Award

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Andrea Boohaker, CRNP was named "Frontline Champion” for the Opioid Stewardship Program during UAB Quality Week 2022. The Opioid Stewardship[…]

Brabston and Momaya publish study on orthopedic consequences of modern gladiators

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Will Brabston, M.D., alongside Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., and former Research Fellow Joseph Elphingstone, M.D., published a[…]

Spine Team publishes study on Unilateral atlanto-occipital injury

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor and John D. Sherrill Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery Steven Theiss, M.D., alongside Associate Professor Sakthivel Rajaram Manoharan, M.D., former[…]

Siegel accepted into Surgical Leadership Program at Harvard

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Professor Dr. Herrick Siegel has been accepted to the Surgical Leadership Program at Harvard Medical School. This leadership program offers[…]

Johnson selected to Future Trauma Leaders Program

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Assistant Professor Dr. Joseph Johnson has been elected to the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (COT) Future Trauma Leaders[…]

The Return – Keagan McEwan

Each day, the UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine program supports the community and provides care to patients from across the Southeast. Each story is unique[…]

Brabston and Momaya publishes study on Allograft reconstruction for HS and RHS lesions

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor Will Brabston, M.D., alongside Associate Professor Amit Momaya, M.D., published a study addressing the outcomes of allograft reconstruction[…]

The Return - Lynley Jackson

Each day, the UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine program supports the community and provides care to patients from across the Southeast. Each story is unique[…]

A Brief History of UAB's Orthopaedic Legacy

Dr. John D. Sherrill (right) meets with the Monday Morning Quarterback Club, 1944.Authors: David A. Patch, MD, Matthew C. Hess, MD, Michael D. Johnson, MD, Steven[…]

Five Orthopaedic Surgery faculty receive 2022 UAB Patient Experience Excellence Awards

The UAB Medicine Office of Patient Experience and Engagement has awarded five Department of Orthopaedic Surgery faculty and staff 2022 Patient Experience Excellence Awards[…]

GOAAAAAL! World Cup soccer returns

UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine offers ways to avoid soccer injuries.

Department welcomes Mabry

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased to welcome Scott Mabry, M.D. as assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery. Mabry will specialize in joint preservation surgery. Mabry[…]

Hand Department travels to ASSH 2022 Annual Meeting

The UAB Orthopaedic Surgery Hand Department represented UAB at the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) 2022 Annual Meeting this past September. The[…]

Momaya chosen to speak at NSCA Alabama State Clinic 2022

UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Associate Professor and Section Chief of Sports Medicine Amit Momaya, M.D., was selected to speak at the National Strength and[…]

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