KAYLA | SHOULDER SURGERY
READY TO ACE
HER NEXT
CHALLENGE.
It seems that Kayla Smith
excels at everything she tries,
including playing volleyball and
throwing the javelin. But all that overhead
motion took its toll, resulting in a torn labrum
that compromised her biceps tendon and
destablilized her right shoulder socket. Orthopedic
surgeon Shaka M. Walker, M.D. repaired the tear,
anchored surrounding tissues for optimal healing,
and got Kayla back in play, ready to pursue her
latest challenge — studying Pharmacy at the
University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Walker is one of
nearly 40 leading orthopedic specialists who
practice at St. Clair, where advanced technology,
skill, and compassion make a difference in
the quality of people’s lives every day.
Kayla Smith,
Jefferson Hills,
Torn Labrum Repair
1000 BOWER HILL ROAD
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M T. L E B A N O N , PA 1 5 2 4 3
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412.942.4000
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STCLAIR.ORG
Shaka M. Walker , M.D. specializes in orthopedic surgery. He earned his medical degree at Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.,
and completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at University of California, San Francisco, with subspecialty training in Sports
Medicine. He later served as Chief of Orthopedic Services and Director of the Sports Injury Clinic at Landstuhl Regional Medical
Center, Germany. Dr. Walker is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He practices with St. Clair
Orthopedic Associates, a division of St. Clair Medical Services. To contact Dr. Walker, please call 412.942.7262.