Practicing in CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, DAVID WITMER is a M.D., an Orthopedic Surgeon who evaluates and treats shoulder conditions including Rotator Cuff Repair, Shoulder Replacement, SLAP Repair, Shoulder Arthroscopy. Patients throughout the CHARLOTTESVILLE area consult DAVID for surgical and non-surgical shoulder care.
An Orthopedic Surgeon completes a 5-year surgical residency after medical school, specializing in the musculoskeletal system — bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. They diagnose and treat shoulder injuries and conditions through both surgical and non-surgical methods, including total rotator cuff repair, ACL reconstruction, and arthroscopic procedures.
To explore treatment options for your shoulder, call (434) 296-1997. DAVID WITMER welcomes new patients for evaluations and second opinions.
Rotator cuff repair reattaches torn tendon to the humeral head using suture anchors, most often through an arthroscopic approach. The procedure relieves pain, restores overhead strength, and prevents further tear progression. Success rates reach 85-95% for small-to-medium tears when combined with dedicated rehabilitation.
Shoulder replacement (arthroplasty) replaces damaged bone and cartilage with metal and polyethylene components. Anatomic replacement preserves the natural ball-and-socket orientation, while reverse replacement switches them for patients with deficient rotator cuffs. Modern implants provide 15-25 years of reliable pain relief.
SLAP repair addresses tears at the top of the shoulder labrum where the biceps tendon attaches (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior). The arthroscopic procedure uses suture anchors to reattach the torn labrum and stabilize the biceps anchor. Treatment options include repair, biceps tenodesis, or debridement based on tear type and patient age.
Shoulder arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure using a small camera and instruments through 5mm incisions to diagnose and treat a range of shoulder conditions. It can address rotator cuff tears, labral damage, impingement, loose bodies, and biceps tendon pathology. Most patients go home the same day with significantly less post-operative pain than open surgery.
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Costs vary by provider, insurance, and case complexity. Contact DAVID WITMER at (434) 296-1997 for a consultation.
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