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Dr. Mark Andrew Dodson, MD
Orthopedist
Dr. Mark Dodson is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Alexandria, LA. Dr. Dodson specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Dodson tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
35 years
Experience
Dr. Mark Andrew Dodson, MD
- Alexandria, LA
- Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn
- Accepting new patients
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Why is my surgery stitch still not healing?
An infection
Why do I still have pain after my shoulder surgery?
Pain after shoulder surgery is common for up to one year. You need to contact your doctor to see if you need more therapy. If you have stiffness, that may be a cause of pain.
My mother is going in for a Hip replacement surgery. What should I ask the doctor?
If your Mom has pain that keeps her from activities that she enjoys, then she may be a candidate for hip replacement.
Does a shoulder dislocation always require a surgery?
If you have had more than one dislocation, then you probably need surgery, Surgery is rarely required to put a shoulder back in place.
For how long should I have pain after my hip replacement?
Six months to a year. Many patients will have pain for less time than that, but six months is not unusual.
Anal fissure
General surgery
Locations of sacroiliac joint pain
If your pain has changed, you need to be reevaluated. You particularly need to repeat your X-rays of your pelvis.
My mother is having a lot of back pain. Is a back surgery advisable at the age of 74?
She needs to be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon or a neurosurgeon that does spine surgery. She would first need a diagnosis before we determine if surgery would be appropriate READ MORE
She needs to be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon or a neurosurgeon that does spine surgery. She would first need a diagnosis before we determine if surgery would be appropriate for her.
Does my hip rod need changing?
No, Not unless it is causing a problem.
How soon will I be able to run again after a knee replacement surgery?
6-12 weeks. But, some doctors do not want their patients to run after TKA.
What's the usual recovery time after hip surgery?
You should be able to return to exercise in 6-12 weeks. Ask your doctor if you have any limitations.
My father has a disc problem. Should we go for physiotherapy or surgery?
Age is really not a factor, but some medical problems may be. Physical therapy is an option. Injections are also an option. Surgery is an option if those are not successful or READ MORE
Age is really not a factor, but some medical problems may be. Physical therapy is an option. Injections are also an option. Surgery is an option if those are not successful or he is having significant neurological problems.
I am suffering from severe numbness in my foot after a hip replacement surgery. Is it normal?
This can occur after surgery, but you should check with your doctor to see if this is a back problem or related to a nerve issue.
Broken tibia, fibula and hole in ankle, surgeon suggesting amputation
This may be a good option for you. Amputation that is performed by an experienced surgeon can result in a good functional outcome. You may walking in 3-6 weeks.
Inner thigh hurts when walking fast
This is likely a strain of your gracious.
Recurring hip pain
Multiple potential causes, but it is not likely related to a need for more exercise.
You probably need to have an x-ray and possibly a MRI.
You probably need to have an x-ray and possibly a MRI.
Stabbing knee pain when lying down sleeping
May be related to growth, but a MRI should show the cause.
ACL repair
The recommendation to repair an ACL is usually related to knee stability.
I have chronic knee pain
When your knee pain or the function of your knee prevents you from leading the life you want to live.
