Texoma Area Living Well Magazine January/February 2022 | Page 33

Dr . Richard Jelsma is double board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine .
HIGH QUALITY SURGERY DEMANDS EXPERIENCE Dr . Jelsma is one of the most experienced surgeons in North Texas having performed :
• Over 3,000 minimally invasive arthroscopic shoulder repairs . Including rotator cuff and labral tears .
• Over 3,000 arthroscopic knee surgeries . Including ACL tears , meniscus tears , and cartilage injuries .
• Over 1,000 minimally invasive knee replacements .
DR . JELSMA ’ S OFFICE PHILOSOPHY : PERSONAL CARE He prides himself on seeing all of his patients personally . Each patient is examined , and additional tests may be ordered to determine an accurate diagnosis . Dr . Jelsma then reviews a list of treatment options with the patient in order to make a decision while taking into account their personal goals and lifestyle considerations .
ASSISTING ALL PATIENTS WITH THEIR GENERAL ORTHOPEDIC NEEDS
• Treats all types of musculoskeletal pain , whether you ’ re an athlete or spectator .
• Addresses both non-surgical and surgical options .
• Dr . Jelsma and his team are here to get you back in life ’ s game .
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