All procedures are performed exclusively by Dr. Carter.  Patients may choose to have their surgical procedure performed either at the Community Hospital of Monterey or the Monterey Peninsula Surgery Center.  Post-operative cryotherapy (ice machine) and continuous passive motion machine (CPM) are routinely utilized along with intraoperative nerve blocks to minimize patient discomfort.  Most patients require minimal medication post-operatively. Customized brace fitting is performed in our office on an as needed basis.

Arthroscopic Knee Surgery

• Ligament Tears / Injury
• Meniscus Injury (Torn Cartilage)
• Patellar (Kneecap) Disorder
• Articular Cartilage Problems

Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery

• Rotator Cuff Disorders
• Shoulder Instability
• Slap Lesions / Biceps Injury
• Acromioclavicular Joint Injury

Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement Surgery

These procedures are performed on an inpatient basis at the Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and usually require a 1-3 day hospital stay. Physical therapy is commenced the day of surgery.  Rehabilitation may include postoperative passive motion.  Patients may be fitted with a postoperative brace determined on a case-by-case basis. Emphasis is on the return to activity accelerated by using regional anesthetics and minimal narcotics.  This treatment minimizes patient discomfort and post-operative nausea and allows for aggressive rehabilitation.

• Knee: Partial / Complete Replacement
• Hip Replacement

Other Spports Related Surgeries

Elbow:

• Tendon / Ligament Repair
• Bursectomy
• Loose Body Removal

Ankle:

• Ligament Repair / Reconstruction
• Cartilage Repair
• Decompression / Bone Spur Removal

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