Orthopedics at Morton Hospital
Orthopedic Specialists in Taunton, MA
The orthopedics team at Morton Hospital excels in providing high-quality, comprehensive physiatry, orthopedic and sports medicine care to patients with a variety of conditions. Services for orthopedic conditions include:
- Fractures, sprains and joint pain
- Rotator cuff strains and tears
- Carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome
- Knee ligament and cartilage injuries; ACL tears
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Tendinitis
- Tendon and nerve injuries
In 2021 and 2022, we were voted "Best Orthopedic Center" in the "Best of the Best" Community Choice Awards for the Metro South region.
In 2023, we were designated as a Blue Distinction Center+ for Knee and Hip Replacement (one of only 12 hospitals in Massachusetts with the "+" designation).
Learn more about total joint replacement at Morton Hospital
Sports Medicine
The sports medicine team at Morton Hospital specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating injuries related to physical activity and sports at all levels. Morton’s fellowship-trained orthopedic sports surgeons are dedicated to helping patients return to the activities they enjoy with minimal pain and discomfort – whether through physical therapy, rehabilitation, or surgical intervention.
Areas of specialty include:
- Minimally invasive hip, knee and shoulder surgery, including hip arthroscopy ("hip scopes")
- Advanced sports surgery, including cartilage-saving procedures and ligament injuries and repairs
- Shoulder injuries, including rotator cuff repairs
- Acute injuries, such as ankle sprains, muscle strains, knee and shoulder injuries and fractures
Morton’s chief of orthopedics also works as the team physician for Taunton High School, providing medical coverage for athletes throughout the season. He is also the team physician for the Providence Bruins and the US National Hospital Team - Under 18.
Hand and Arm Surgery
Morton's fellowship-trained upper extremity surgeon diagnoses and treats hand and arm issues. These include fractures, lacerations, sports injuries, nerve injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, arthritis, trigger finger, tendinitis, and many other conditions.
Rehabilitation Services
Morton Hospital's outpatient rehabilitation services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech, hearing and language services for adults and children.