LAMC Now Offering Orthopedics And Sports Medicine With The Addition Of Surgeon Dr. Ronald D. Wheeler

LOS ALAMOS, NM (August 28, 2024) – Los Alamos Medical Center is very pleased to announce that the hospital is now offering a full range of orthopedic and sports medicine services for all ages. The announcement comes with the arrival of highly experienced orthopedic surgeon Ronald D. Wheeler, MD, to the newly established Los Alamos Orthopedics & Sports Medicine clinic. The clinic is located at Suite 225 inside Los Alamos Medical Center.

Dr. Wheeler has an extensive background in orthopedics, having trained and conducted research at several prestigious medical institutions throughout the country, including Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New York and Stanford University in California. His background includes sports medicine, having served as team physician for many high school and college sports programs. Dr. Wheeler has received numerous honors and has held various teaching and professional appointments. He belongs to several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.

“I love orthopedics and I love helping people. The patient truly comes first in everything I do,” said Dr. Wheeler. “I pursued this opportunity in Los Alamos because there’s a need for orthopedic services in the wonderful communities throughout our region. I want to get my patients back to enjoying all that our beautiful state has to offer.”

Dr. Wheeler specializes in:

• Arthroscopic surgery of the knee, hip, ankle and wrist
• Hand and wrist surgery
• Rotator cuff repair
• Total joint replacements of the hip and knee
• Reverse total shoulder arthroscopy
• Carpal tunnel release
• Sports medicine

“From shoulder to ankle, Dr. Wheeler is ready to help community members overcome their orthopedic issues and get back to the life they love. His arrival is cause for great celebration at our hospital,” said Tracie Stratton, CEO of Los Alamos Medical Center. “Working with our excellent clinic, imaging, OR and rehabilitation teams, Dr. Wheeler will be a tremendous asset for medical care in our community and beyond.”

To schedule care with Dr. Wheeler, call Los Alamos Orthopedics & Sports Medicine at 505.661.9118.