Orthopedics being offered in Norwalk

NORWALK — In early April, Dr. Robert Carlisle II will begin seeing patients in the Norwalk Family Medicine office — 348 Milan Ave. Suite 2, Norwalk — of Dr. Seth Ruggles and certified family nurse practitioner Dana Easterwood. Self-referrals are accepted, and patients may call 419-625-4900 to set up an appointment. Carlisle, with Firelands Physician Group Sandusky Orthopedics, is board-certified in orthopedic surgery with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Carlisle specializes in orthopedic surgery, including: • Total and partial knee replacement • Total hip replacement through the anterior approach • Same-day discharge total joint replacement • Robotics and computer navigation Carlisle is a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Bio blast Here's some more information about Sandusky Orthopedics as provided by Firelands Health: Orthopedic care at Firelands Physician Group Sandusky Orthopedics involves a multidisciplinary team approach. Their highly trained group of board-certified and board-eligible orthopedic surgeons specialize in surgical and nonsurgical procedures to treat musculoskeletal disorders ranging from mild to debilitating. They work closely with physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians, neurologists, pain specialists, physical therapists and nurse practitioners on an as-needed basis to provide care specific to each patient's needs. They use minimally invasive procedures whenever possible to reduce pain and increase recovery speed. This includes robotic assistance on certain orthopedic procedures to receive the best outcomes.