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Let’s get you back to the activities you love! At Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, we’re dedicated to involving patients in their care. The VSON blog page offers the latest in orthopaedic, neurosurgery, and sports medicine education, news, and health tips.
Wrist Fracture vs. Wrist Sprain
A wrist fracture and sprain are the most common arm injuries. Without proper treatment, a wrist injury can lead to long-term complications.
Sep 8, 20232 min read
Patient Success Story – Meghan Buchanan
At VSON, we are grateful to provide the expert orthopaedic care that got Meghan back to summiting peaks.
Apr 7, 20232 min read
What Is A Shoulder Dislocation?
by Dr. Erik Dorf The Dislocated Shoulder - A Common Injury Today let's take a look at an injury known as a dislocated shoulder, which is...
Feb 1, 20212 min read
Rotator Cuff Tears & How We Fix Them
Your rotator cuff comprises one of two ball-and-socket joints you have in your body. A tear can make regular arm movement impossible.
Jan 19, 20212 min read
VSON Innovative Wide-Awake Hand Surgeries
Dr. Erik Dorf has been doing wide awake had surgeries for a year-and-a-half now, completing more than 200 operations of its kind.
Feb 5, 20202 min read
VSON Docs Support World Cup & Local Skiers
VSON Docs had a typically busy weekend assisting the U.S. Ski Team athletes in both Beaver Creek and Lake Louise this weekend.
Dec 9, 20192 min read
Meet Dr. Erik Dorf
Born and raised in the Vail Valley, Dr. Erik Dorf is thrilled to be serving our community as one of Vail & Summit County's top surgeons.
Oct 24, 20192 min read
Dr Erik Dorf Talks About Making A Difference and Becoming Vail's "Local Boy" Orthopaedic Surgeon
This time on the VSON podcast, we talk to Dr. Dorf about his career in orthopaedics and cover a bevy of interesting ortho topics.
Sep 9, 20191 min read
A Guide to Tennis Elbow
Lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow, is not limited to tennis players.
Jul 8, 20197 min read
Patient Story: Dr. Erik Dorf
Diane comes to tears thinking back to the day her 5-year-old son Conrad nearly lost his fingertips. Conrad was in a public restroom with...
Nov 27, 20182 min read
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