Dr. Jelsma feels that when a patient makes an appointment to see a doctor, they expect to see a person who graduated from an accredited medical school. However, with the advent of managed care, many medical practices now delegate patient care to physician extenders such as nurse practitioners and physician's assistants.
While these professionals play an important role in patient care, they are not a replacement for the physician. For example, what presents as shoulder pain from common tendinitis could be actually be caused by a more serious problem. Medical diagnosis and treatment is complicated, and we want our patients to receive the finest care possible.
While these professionals play an important role in patient care, they are not a replacement for the physician. For example, what presents as shoulder pain from common tendinitis could be actually be caused by a more serious problem. Medical diagnosis and treatment is complicated, and we want our patients to receive the finest care possible.
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Dr. Jelsma is happy to assist all patients with their general orthopedic needs. In particular, he specializes in sports medicine, minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, and other practice areas outlined below such as knee and shoulder replacement. If Dr. Jelsma believes that your problem falls outside his area of expertise, he will assist you in finding a qualified specialist who can provide you with superb care.
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