Alan C. Stuto, DPM

LVHN’s Advanced Spine Center was the first program in the region to coordinate care across multiple specialties. The Advanced Spine Center at LVHN is a comprehensive program designed to help people get the care they need for back pain relief with a focus on conservative therapy, usually starting with physical therapy. With this service, our goal is to correctly assess your condition and assure you are scheduled with the most appropriate caregiver as quickly as possible. Make an appointment You or your primary care provider can reach the Advanced Spine Center directly by calling 888-402-LVHN (5846). Medical history During the call, you speak to a nurse navigator who specializes in neck, back and spine conditions. The nurse takes a detailed medical history including your symptoms, any injuries and previous imaging scans or treatments you’ve had. Next steps After the phone call, the nurse navigator: -Reviews the information and uses sophisticated software to help determine your next steps -Discusses treatment options with you -Updates your referring and primary care physicians about treatment recommendations -Helps you schedule your next appointment with a provider -Sends a report of the phone call to the appropriate care provider before your appointment ,

At LVPG Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, our patient care philosophy is simple: Take the time to treat each person with care and understanding. We’ll help you learn about treatment options that can help eliminate pain, getting you back to living life to the fullest. Our specialists provide both nonsurgical and surgical expertise for any type of orthopedic or musculoskeletal problem. We offer a full range of treatment options, diagnostic aids, injection therapies and on-site services. Our surgeons are skilled in performing all orthopedic procedures, including: -Hip, knee, ankle and shoulder (total and reverse) replacements -Hip arthroscopy -Hand/upper extremity surgery -Foot/ankle surgery Our services include: -Sports medicine -Endoscopic and minimally invasive surgery -Workers’ compensation injury treatment ,

Physiatrists, or rehabilitation physicians, are nerve, muscle and bone experts who nonsurgically treat injuries or illnesses that affect how you move. Our specialists provide comprehensive care for all musculoskeletal and neurologic diseases, disorders and conditions. Conditions treated include: -Lower-back and neck pain -Sports injuries -Workplace injuries -Arthritis -Rehabilitation for stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and brain disorders and injuries -Amputee care and rehabilitation, including prosthetics and orthotics ,