Dr. Stanley S Tao M.D.
Orthopedist
2828 1st Ave Suite 400 Huntington WV, 25702Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Stanley Tao is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Huntington, WV. Dr. Tao specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Tao 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.
Education and Training
Indiana University B.A. Chemistry 1989
Case Western Reserve University MD 1995
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Sports MedicineAmerican Board of Orthopaedic Sports MedicineABOS
Provider Details
Dr. Stanley S Tao M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Why do I still have pain after my shoulder surgery?
This is hard to answer without knowing the injury and what your surgery was Different injuries have different time frames for recovery and sometimes results are not pain free READ MORE
Are there any risks involved in my spine surgery?
Yes Controlling your glucose will limit complications These include wound problems and success of procedure Hypertension being controlled will limit bleeding during and after surgery READ MORE
How soon will I be able to run again after a knee replacement surgery?
Average is three months. READ MORE
What's the usual recovery time after hip surgery?
Depends on the type of hip surgery. Expect three months. READ MORE
Anal fissure
General surgeon READ MORE
My father has a disc problem. Should we go for physiotherapy or surgery?
I would try therapy first ... READ MORE
Locations of sacroiliac joint pain
No. SI pain is usually in the back, not the groin. READ MORE
My mother is having a lot of back pain. Is a back surgery advisable at the age of 74?
No. I would recommend therapy and/or injections. READ MORE
For how long should I have pain after my hip replacement?
Severe pain one month after hip replacement is not expected READ MORE
I am suffering from severe numbness in my foot after a hip replacement surgery. Is it normal?
Numbness in the foot after hip surgery is not uncommon. If you have good strength and motion in the ankle and foot, this should resolve with time. It may take six months. Symptoms should not, however, worsen with time. You should ask your surgeon if you have concerns. READ MORE
My mother is going in for a Hip replacement surgery. What should I ask the doctor?
I would ask: How many does the doctor do a year? Does the doctor utilize assistants and what part of the surgery do they do? Does the doctor do an anterior approach ? (muscle sparing) READ MORE
Stabbing knee pain when lying down sleeping
This is an unusual presentation of knee pain. I would get in to see a specialist (orthopedic surgeon) for an examination. You may need a follow up MRI. READ MORE
ACL repair
Most patients benefit from having ACL surgery if they suffer a complete tear. The reason would be giving way of the knee that leads to cartilage damage and potential future arthritis . If there are no issues with stability or locking or swelling, then brace with physical therapy can be attempted. The younger the patient, the more we would advocate for surgery. READ MORE
Expert Publications
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Treatments
- Chondromalacia of the Patella
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome
- Tibial Stress Fracture
- Gastrocnemius Tear
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Medial Epicondylitis
- Impingement Syndrome (Rotator Cuff Tendonitis)
- Medial Collateral Ligament Sprain
- Stable Syndesmotic Ankle Sprain
- Interval Throwing Program (Little League)
- Interval Throwing Program (13-14y.o.)
- Acl Reconstruction
- High Tibial Osteotomy
- Extensor Mechanism Realignment
- Arthroscopic Mensical Repair
- Microfracture Chondroplasty
- Osteochondral Grafting
- Carpal Tunnel Release
- Arthroscopic Instability Surgery
- Anterior Shoulder
- Dislocation/Subluxation
- Posterior Shoulder
- Inferior Capsular Shift/Classic Multidirectional Instability
- Athroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair With or Without Acromioplasty
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression
- S.L.A.P. Repair
- Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Protocol
- Posterior Shoulder Capsular Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Distal Biceps Repair
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Elbow Arthroscopy
- Ankle Arthroscopy
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- De Quervains Release
- Ganglion Cyst Treatment
- Trigger Finger
- Dupytrens Contracture Treatment
- Prp Therapy
- Stem Cell Injection
- Fracture Care
- Tendon/Ligament Injury
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Professional Member Arthroscopy Association of North America
- Professional Member American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
- Professional Member Cabell County Medical Society
- Professional Member West Virginia State Orthopedic Society
Fellowships
- Orthopedic Research of Virginia, Richmond VA Arthroscopic Sports Medicine 2001
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