Monthly Archives: April 2023

Patient of the Month: Joyce Koch

Joyce Koch suffered from arthritis in her knees, which Dr. Stacie Grossfeld at Orthopedic Specialists in Louisville, KY was originally treating her for, when she was rear-ended twice and needed physical therapy for back pain.

Meet this month’s patient in the spotlight, Joyce Koch! If you were previously a student at St. Agnes, Assumption High School, or Presentation Academy, then Joyce’s name might be familiar. Having been a teacher since 1968, with 29 years spent at Assumption High School and the other 24 spent between Presentation Academy and St. Agnes… Read more »

Educación del paciente: Reparación del codo de tenista

Descripción General de la Reparación del Codo de Tenista Especialistas Ortopédicos 502-212-2663 Stacie Grossfeld, M.D. / Bess Fley, PA-C La cirugía de codo de tenista se realiza como un procedimiento ambulatorio. A su llegada al centro quirúrgico, primero se reunirá con la persona de registro para registrarlo. Luego lo llevarán de regreso al área preoperatoria… Read more »

Patient Education: Tennis Elbow Repair

Tennis Elbow Repair Overview Orthopaedic Specialists 502-212-2663 Stacie Grossfeld, M.D. / Bess Fley, PA-C Tennis Elbow surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure. Upon arrival at the surgicenter you will first meet with the registration person to check you in. You will then be brought back to the pre-op area and meet with your nursing… Read more »

An April Newsletter From the Desk of Bess Fley, PA-C

Sports Medicine in Louisville, KY, Orthopaedic Specialists, Bess Fley PA-C, Dr. Stacie Grossfeld Supervising Doctor for Little League Shoulder

What is a PA? PA is an abbreviation for ‘physician assistant,’ which has been recently changed to ‘physician associate.’ According to the American Academy of Physician Assistants, “a PA is a licensed clinician who practices medicine in every specialty and setting.” This can include: Diagnosing and treating medical conditions Prescribing medications and therapy Assisting in… Read more »