There is much confusion about different types of stem cells used in orthopedics. Often referred to as regenerative medicine, when used in orthopedics, these treatments involve the use of stem cells to ease joint pain, arthritis, nerve pain, etc. But it's very important that patients do their research before having this done. Not all
While his hands are busy fixing shoulders, his heart is with the homeless. Reuben Gobezie, MD, is a well-known orthopedic surgeon in the Cleveland area and around the world. As a founding physician in the new Lake Health Beachwood Medical Center, Dr. Gobezie also found a way to help the homeless in the new
We are thrilled to announce that our practices are now housed in the new Lake Health Beachwood Medical Center in the heart of the city at the corner of Richmond and Chagrin Boulevard. This state-of-the-art facility will enable us to better serve you. The new address is: Gobezie Shoulder Institute / Regen Orthopedics 25501
Dr. Reuben Gobezie discusses the reason more doctors are treating joint replacement surgeries as outpatient.
When he is not in the operating room fixing shoulders, treating joints with regenerative medicine or consulting with patients in the office, Dr. Gobezie can often be found helping the homeless, both locally and around the world. In the Cleveland area, Dr. Gobezie works closely with The City Mission and its programs that assist
The shoulder is a complex joint. It encompasses the union of bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons. Inside the shoulder is also bursa, tiny sacs of fluid that help to reduce the friction between moving parts around the shoulder. Bursa serve as a cushion for the moving rotator cuff tendons. The shoulder bursa pain is
Can the way you sleep cause pain in your shoulders? If shoulder pain is keeping you from sleeping at night, there is no doubt you are frustrated and want to find a way for it to stop. When a patient tells me they have shoulder pain at night, often they will ask if it
Scientific research plays a huge role in the care we provide to patients. It’s extremely important to me to stay at the forefront of best practices in shoulder research. Unfortunately, most orthopedic surgeons do not have the capacity to stay involved in research or the ongoing study of their patient outcomes. But at the
Innovations in regenerative medicine are changing the game in orthopedics Regenerative medicine is breaking new ground every day. In orthopedics, we are now able to use your own adult stem cells to stop pain, heal injuries and even regenerate lost cartilage. The Cleveland Shoulder Institute offers this non-surgical option through our Regen Orthopedics practice. Not
Many family members have asked us how to best prepare for post operative care of the shoulder. The key thing to remember about any healing process is to respect it. It takes time. The patient should have someone ready to help drive them home from the procedure and help at home for the first