UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

The official X account of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the UAB Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine.

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Celebrating National APP Week! We’re grateful for the advanced practice providers across the @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery who support our patients and care teams every day. Thank you for all you do!

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

The @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased to welcome Todd Sheils, M.D., as an assistant professor. A UAB Heersink School of Medicine graduate, Dr. Sheils completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at UAB!

Read the feature: https://t.co/3jVAku9HpZ

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Kathryn Mahaffey, PA-C, with the Orthopaedic Spine Section, was recently presented with the 2026 APP Champion Award in recognition of her contributions and dedication to the team. Congratulations, Kathryn! 💚 @UABHeersink @UABMedicine

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After years of pain and uncertainty, one young tennis player found answers and expert care at @UABMedicine Orthopaedic Surgery, helping her return to the court and achieve her dream of a state championship. @UABHeersink @AmitMomayaMD

Read her story: https://t.co/U74tgdUOio

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

The @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery’s Innovations & Updates Conference was a great success!

Thank you to our seven speakers for sharing their expertise and to everyone who joined us for an afternoon of learning and discussion.

@UABSportsMed

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Tomorrow! Don’t miss our @UABHeersink Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery’s Innovations & Updates Conference on Sept. 11, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Hear the latest in orthopaedic surgery and earn CEU/CME credits.

Register today: https://t.co/mzo50ZRUXF

@UABSportsMed

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

THIS WEEK! Join @UABHeersink Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery for the Innovations & Updates Conference on Sept. 11.

Hear about the latest advances and earn CEU/CME credits. Open to health care professionals and students!

Register: https://t.co/mzo50ZRUXF

@UABSportsMed

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

"I'm very grateful to everyone at UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine for helping me through one of the toughest moments of my career," said Sebastian Tragarthen, midfielder for Birmingham Legion FC. @UABSportsmed

Read Tragarthen's story: https://t.co/4g4ZWsDdZv

@UABHeersink

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Fall sports are back! 🏈 Amit Momaya, M.D. and James Jones from the @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery share tips on hydration, nutrition, how to avoid injury, and resources for student-athletes.

Read more: https://t.co/CZ1NZat68B

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Congratulations Joseph Johnson, M.D., and a team led by investigators in the Department of Medicine for being one of the eight inaugural projects selected for the Team Science Grant Program from @UABHeersink.

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[UAB Heersink School of Medicine @UABHeersink]

The Heersink School of Medicine has named the first recipients of its Team Science Grants, supporting collaborative, cross-disciplinary research aimed at tackling complex biomedical challenges.
https://t.co/zKepvmbWNA

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Amit Momaya, M.D., was recently featured in @WBRCnews discussing the pros and cons of using AI for self-diagnosis, and how to safely integrate it into medicine and patient care. 💻️ @AmitMomayaMD @UABSportsMed

Check it out! https://t.co/JSuYjEurYV

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Join the @UABHeersink Dept. Orthopaedic Surgery for the Innovations & Updates Conference on Sept. 11.

Hear about the latest advances in orthopaedic surgery and earn CEU/CME credits. Open to health care professionals and students.

Register: https://t.co/zdeTUgzMZq
@UABSportsMed

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Weekend injuries don’t always happen during regular hours. The @UABMedicine Orthopeadic Surgery’s Saturday Morning Injury Clinic provides walk-in care for acute injuries, including sports injuries, sprains, strains, possible fractures, and concussions. No appointment necessary.

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Michael Johnson, M.D., answers some common questions about ankle injuries and how they are treated. @UABMedicine @UABHeersink

📰: https://t.co/fgCqVC3SR5

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Our team recently provided medical coverage at the FISE World Series in Birmingham. Special thanks to Chief Medical Officer Dr. Chris Grijalba and all the volunteers who helped keep the event safe and successful. @UABHeersink @UABMedicine @fiseworld

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Welcome to the team, Dr. Shiels! 💚 We're thrilled to have Todd Shiels, M.D., join the @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery as an assistant professor.

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

Starting this Saturday, Aug. 1, the @UABMedicine Orthopaedic Surgery Saturday Morning Injury Clinic is open for walk-in care of acute injuries. No appointment necessary.

[UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery @UABOrtho]

We're proud to see Joseph Johnson, M.D., featured in this podcast discussing his early clinical experience in an ongoing randomized clinical study. Thanks, @OrthoXel, for sharing his insights! @UABHeersink

🎧 Listen: https://t.co/AcHiCMJdfN
▶️ Watch: https://t.co/H0PlkZxpgz

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Fresh new photos from the Sports and Exercise Medicine Clinic 💚 @UABMedicine

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Amit Momaya, M.D., offers insight into what pain in the knee and ankle may mean and offers methods to take care of these essential parts of the musculoskeletal system. @AmitMomayaMD @UABMedicine

Learn more: https://t.co/9A4w21EYKl