CarePlex Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center provides orthopaedic surgery for Back and Neck, Foot and Ankle, Hand and Wrist, Hip and Knee, and Shoulder and Elbow, to Hampton Roads, VA and the surrounding area.
Wrist surgery for my wife. The friendly, caring, and patient staff made it a breeze.
KM
Karina Colón (MsKColon)
Aug 6, 2025
5.0
From registration to discharge, this was a great experience made possible by excellent staff. Shout out to ALL the nurses, the anesthesiologist, Dr. Vess and staff. My husband was very anxious and you all worked seamlessly as a team to do the work in a respectful and kind manner. Thank you!
RP
Raymond Paige
Feb 15, 2019
5.0
Friendly and very helpful staff, was a bit nervous about my surgery but made me feel relaxed. Glad they are in my network of providers!
Frequently Asked Questions About CarePlex Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center
What should I expect?
We know that any procedure can be nerve racking which is why we’ve created several YouTube videos to ease your experience and provide you with a good overview of what you can expect at COASC.
Visit https://www.careplexortho.com/patients/what-to-expect/
Why Should I Choose CarePlex Ortho?
• Less than 0.1% infection rate.
• State of the art technology and equipment.
• Outpatient Mako Robotic Joint Replacement
• Faster recovery time in the convenience of your home.
• ALL staff specialty trained in Orthopedics.
• Lower cost compared to inpatient surgery.
What are some of the advanced specialty outpatient surgical services that you offer?
We offer a variety of surgical procedures, below are a few.
Back & Neck
• Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)
• Cervical Laminaplasty
• Spinal Fusion (Lumbar)
Foot & Ankle
• Arthroscopy of the Ankle
• Bunyon Correction with Scarf and Akin Osteotomy
• Bunyon Correction with Lapiplasty
• First MTP Joint Fusion (Locking Plate)
• Jones Fracture
Hand & Wrist
• Carpal Tunnel Release (Open Technique)
• Distal Radius Fracture Repair with Volar Plate
• Trigger Digit Release
• Wrist Arthroscopy
Hip & Knee
• Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear (ACL Tear)
• ACL Reconstruction (Patellar Tendon Graft Technique)
• Hip Athroscopy
• Meniscus Tear
• Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic Technique)
• Total Knee Replacement (Computer-Assisted Robotic Knee Replacement)
• Total Hip Replacement, Anterior Approach
Joint Replacement & Revision
• Total Hip Replacement, Anterior Approach
• Total Hip Replacement with Mako Robotics
• Total Knee Replacement (Computer-Assisted Robotic Knee Replacement)
• Total Knee Replacement with Mako Robotics
• Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder & Elbow
• Lateral Epicondylitis
• Rotator Cuff Repair (Arthroscopic)
• SLAP Tear (Superior Labrum from Anterior to Posterior Tear)
• Tommy John Surgery (Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction)
• Total Shoulder Replacement
Sports Medicine
• Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear (ACL Tear)
• ACL Reconstruction (Patellar Tendon Graft Technique)
• Bankart Repair
• Meniscus Tear
• Rotator Cuff Repair (Arthroscopic)
What is arthritis?
The word arthritis literally means "joint inflammation." Arthritis refers to a group of more than 100 rheumatic diseases and other conditions that cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in joints. Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease that damages the lining surrounding our joints while also destroying our bones, tissue, and joints over time. Osteoarthritis is a progressive condition that slowly damages the cartilage surrounding the ends of bones and is common in the hip, knee, or spine.
What is bursitis?
Bursitis is an inflammation or irritation of a bursa, which is a fluid-filled sac located around a joint. Bursitis causes a reduction in or a loss of motion at the affected joint. Bursitis typically occurs in the heel, hip, knee, shoulder, or thumb.
What is tendonitis?
Tendonitis, medically known as tendinitis, is an inflammation or irritation of a tendon. Chronic strain, overuse or misuse of a tendon leading to a repetitive stress injury, or a serious acute injury can lead to a weakness, tear, or swelling of the tendon tissue, resulting in pain and stiffness near the tendon. Tendonitis usually occurs in the elbow, hip, knee, shoulder, thumb, or wrist, but can occur anywhere there is a tendon.
Should I use ice on my injury? Should I use heat on my injury?
The general rule of thumb is to use ice in the acute stage of an injury (within the first 24-48 hours), or whenever swelling is showing. Ice helps to reduce inflammation and swelling by decreasing blood flow to the area that is injured. The general guideline is to apply ice indirectly (not directly on the skin) for 20 minutes, remove the ice for at least 20 minutes, and repeat as necessary.
Heat is used to increase blood flow, which helps promote pain relief after inflammation and swelling subside. Heat is also used to assist in warming muscles up prior to exercise, any physical activity, or physical therapy.
What is an orthopaedic doctor? What is an orthopaedic surgeon?
An orthopaedic doctor, also known as an orthopaedist, is a medical doctor (MD) or a doctor of osteopathy (DO) who specializes in the musculoskeletal system—bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves.
Orthopaedic surgeons are specialized in the musculoskeletal system; many orthopaedists specialize in certain areas of the body, such as foot and ankle; hand and wrist; or back, neck, and spine. Additionally, orthopaedic doctors may focus on a specific field of orthopaedics, like pediatrics, sports medicine, or trauma.
What is a physiatrist (physical medicine & rehabilitation doctor)?
A physiatrist is a medical doctor specializing in nonsurgical pain management, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and neurological studies.
What is a primary care sports medicine doctor?
A primary care sports medicine doctor is an expert in the field of sports medicine. Either through advanced fellowship training or through years of clinical experience, a primary care sports medicine doctor has learned the skills to take care of athletes of all ages, sports, and levels of competition. Primary care sports medicine doctors often serve as team doctors to professional sports teams or are personal doctors to elite level athletes.
What is arthroscopic surgery?
Arthroscopic surgery is a surgical procedure that is commonly performed to diagnose and treat problems within the joint. By using high-tech cameras, the orthopaedic surgeon inserts a small instrument, called an arthroscope, into the joint.
The arthroscope contains a fiber optic light source and small television camera that allow the surgeon to view the joint on a television monitor and diagnose the problem, determine the extent of injury, and make any necessary repairs.
What is a CT scan?
A computed tomography (CT) scan, also known as CAT scan, produces images that are similar in detail and in quality to an MRI; however, the CT scan takes a 360-degree picture of internal organs and the spine and vertebrae. CT scans provide cross-sectional views of the body and provide clearer imaging than an MRI.
What is a cortisone injection?
Corticosteroids, more commonly referred to as cortisone, is a steroid that is produced in the body naturally. Synthetically produced cortisone can also be injected into soft tissues and joints to help decrease inflammation.
While cortisone is not a pain reliever, pain may diminish as a result of reduced inflammation. In orthopedics, cortisone injections are commonly used as a treatment for chronic conditions such as bursitis, tendonitis (medically referred to as tendinitis), and arthritis to reduce swelling, pain, and joint stiffness.
What is joint replacement surgery?
Joint replacement surgery is a surgical procedure that is performed to replace an arthritic or damaged joint with a new, artificial joint, called a prosthesis. Joint replacements can be performed on every joint in the body, but most commonly performed in the knee, hip, shoulder, and elbow.
Joints contain cartilage, a soft, rubbery gel-like coating on the ends of bones, where they articulate, that protects joints and facilitates movement and over time, or if the joint has been injured, the cartilage wears away and the bones of the joint start rubbing together. As the bones rub together, bone spurs may form, and the joint becomes stiff and painful. Most people have joint replacement surgery when they can no longer control the pain with medication and other treatments and the pain is significantly interfering with their lives.
What types of surgeries does CarePlex Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center offer?
CarePlex offers orthopedic surgeries for Back and Neck, Foot and Ankle, Hand and Wrist, Hip and Knee, Shoulder and Elbow, as well as Joint Replacement and Revision and Sports Medicine.
What are the center's operating hours?
The center is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Does CarePlex Orthopaedic have wheelchair accessibility and restroom facilities?
Yes, the center has a wheelchair accessible entrance and restroom facilities.
What payment methods are accepted at CarePlex Orthopaedic?
They accept American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.
Who can I contact for inquiries at CarePlex Orthopaedic?
You can contact the center by phone at +1 757-302-1934 or +1 757-736-4100, or email coascinquiries@sentara.com.
What is the infection rate and recovery like at CarePlex Orthopaedic?
The center boasts less than 0.1% infection rate and offers outpatient Mako Robotic Joint Replacement which allows for faster recovery at home.
Is there a nearby hospital where I can go in case of emergency?
Yes, Sentara CarePlex Hospital and the ER Sentara Hospital are nearby for emergency and inpatient care needs.
Are there other medical specialists near CarePlex Orthopaedic?
Yes, nearby are Gregory L. Schroder, M.D. (surgeon), Deepak N. Deshmukh, D.O. (vascular medicine), and Sentara Surgery Specialists among others, conveniently close for comprehensive care.
Where can I grab a quick meal near CarePlex Orthopaedic?
The Healthy Connection restaurant and Subway sandwich shop are nearby for dining options before or after your visit.
Where is CarePlex Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center located?
It is located at 3000 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA 23666, USA.