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The Center for Orthopaedics is the region’s largest independent orthopaedic group. The physicians and staff are committed to providing patients with unsurpassed excellence in orthopaedic care.

From a renewed focus on patient care, to innovative new educational programs, including research and development of new treatment options, we’re dedicating ourselves to bringing the latest technological advances in orthopaedics to our patients. You won’t have to leave home to get the highest level of orthopaedic care. We’ll make it available to you right here in Southwest Louisiana.

To visit the website for The Center for Orthopaedics, click here.

Put your Feet First this Summer

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If summer heat shifts your fashion focus to your feet, then it's important to get in step with foot health as the summer season kicks off. More>>

Cartilage Regeneration Study Taking Place at Center for Orthopaedics

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John Noble, Jr., MD, orthopaedic surgeon at the Center for Orthopaedics, has been named principal investigator in a phase II FDA clinical trial. More>>

Botox: Stepping in a New Direction

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Everyone has heard of Botox being used to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, but now the muscle-immobilizing treatment is moving to the opposite end of the body and providing remarkable benefits that are getting patients back on their feet. More>>

Take Steps to Prevent Foot Problems from Diabetes

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Foot problems are a well-known risk associated with diabetes.  The primary reason is the stark reality of how serious these problems can become. Diabetes is the number one cause of lower limb amputations in the United States, with over half of amputations performed caused by the disease. More>>

Center for Orthopaedics Introduces Bone Health Central

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Appointments are now available at Bone Health Central, a new service from Center for Orthopaedics.  Bone Health Central was founded to provide a convenient, comprehensive resource for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of bone disorders for both women and men. More>>

Young Women at Risk for Osteoporosis

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A study done by the University of Arkansas shows that two percent of college-age women already have osteoporosis - that's women in their late teens and early twenties.  More>>

Hips Can Keep Knees in the Right Groove

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Exercise, especially ones to strengthen the muscles in the hip and legs, should help relieve the knee pain. More>>

Shoulder Procedure Reverses Pain

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"Many of my patients have found relief and increased mobility after they've had a reverse shoulder replacement."  More>>

When You Can't Shrug Off Shoulder Pain

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Many people choose to suffer rather than seeking medical help for shoulder pain because they fear surgical treatment may be needed.  More>>

Soccer Players at High Risk for Knee Pain

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When you consider the amount of wear and tear place on the knee during the fast-paced, highly physical game of soccer, knee problems come as no surprise. More>>

9 Tips for Beating Hip Pain

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The hip is the largest weight-bearing joint in the body, supporting three times the body's weight with each step.  More>>

Being a Baby Boomer Doesn't Have to be a Pain

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The generation of peace and love has evolved into the generation of aches and pains. More>>

Here you will find our current list of accepted insurances.
For questions about insurance acceptance policies, call 337-721-7292. More>>

Our Physicians

James Perry, MD

Dr. Perry specializes in spine surgery and also practices general orthopaedics. More>>

John Noble, Jr., MD

Currently, Dr. Noble is participating in an FDA post-approval study for the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing system. More>>

Geoffrey Collins, MD

Dr. Collins specializes in several areas, including sports medicine, knee & shoulder replacement, and cartilage repair. More>>

Craig Morton, MD

Dr. Morton specializes in the non-surgical management and treatment of injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system. More>>

Tyson Green, DPM

Dr. Green is a podiatric surgeon, specializing in the treatment of foot and ankle injuries and conditions. He is originally from Lafayette and received his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from Louisiana More>>

Steven Hale, MD

Dr. Hale is originally from Lake Charles, Louisiana, and graduated from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge with a degree in Biochemistry. He received his Medical Degree from Tulane University School More>>

Our Services

The Center for Orthopaedics provides comprehensive treatment for patients of all ages, including:

General Orthopaedics
Fracture Care
Sports Medicine
Occupational Injuries

Computer Assisted Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Joint Replacement Surgery
Hip, Knee & Shoulder Surgery
Hand, Foot & Ankle Surgery
Back Pain & Spine Surgery

Two Convenient Locations

Center For Orthopaedics

Lake Charles
1747 Imperial Blvd.
Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: 337-721-7CFO (7236)

Sulphur
250 S. Beglis Pkwy., Ste. 1
Sulphur, LA 70663
Phone: 337-626-2529

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