Dr. Brian T. Grisez, an orthopaedic surgeon, specializes in total joint replacements (hip & knee) and revisions. He performs total hip replacements utilizing the anterior approach for quicker patient recovery and less pain.
Dr. Polander is an orthopaedic surgeon, who specializes in sports medicine and shoulder injuries. From knee ligaments and meniscus, to rotator cuffs and total shoulders replacements, Dr. Polander treats a wide range of orthopaedic conditions.
Physical therapy plays an important role in preventing injuries and helping a patient’s recovery. BJISG Physical Therapy offers a comprehensive approach through evaluation and an individualized care plan designed to treat the whole person and their specific surgery, injury and/or disease. Our physical therapists always customizes an individual plan for you to help relieve your pain, improve your strength, increase your level of function, and prevent future injury.
Consider Physical Therapy…
The most common reason people see a physical therapist for care is to address pain or a potential injury that’s inhibiting their ability to move and exercise normally. If you have chronic pain, an injury or recovering from orthopaedic surgery, BJISG Physical Therapy is here for you.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (912) 427-0800.
BJISG Physical Therapy Locations
Jesup: 1064 North Macon Street
Behind Hardee’s / next to Hibbett Sports,near Walmart Shopping Center
Innovative Robotic Technology Allows Surgeons to Personalize Total Knee Procedures to Each Patient in Southeast Georgia
Wayne Memorial Hospital and the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia brings robotic-arm assisted total knee replacements to rural Georgia with the addition of Stryker’s Mako System. This highly advanced robotic technology transforms the way joint replacement surgery is performed, enabling surgeons to have a more predictable surgical experience with increased accuracy.
The demand for joint replacements is expected to rise in the next decade. Total knee replacements in the United States are estimated to increase by 673 percent by 2030.
“With Mako, we can provide each patient with a personalized surgical experience based on their specific diagnosis and anatomy,” said Dr. J. Matthew Valosen of the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia. “Using a virtual 3D model, Mako allows surgeons to create each patient’s surgical plan pre-operatively before entering the operating room. During surgery, we can validate that plan and make any necessary adjustments while guiding the robotic-arm to execute that plan. It’s exciting to be able to offer this transformative technology across the joint replacement service line to perform total knee replacements.”
The Mako Total Knee application is a knee replacement treatment option designed to relieve the pain caused by joint degeneration due to osteoarthritis. Through CT-based 3D modeling of bone anatomy, surgeons can use the Mako System to create a personalized surgical plan and identify the implant size, orientation and alignment based on each patient’s unique anatomy. The Mako System also enables surgeons to virtually modify the surgical plan intra-operatively and assists the surgeon in executing bone resections.
BJISG & WMH are proud to offer this highly advanced robotic technology in our area. Patients no longer have to travel to access the latest medical advancements. “The addition of Mako to our orthopaedic service line further demonstrates our commitment to provide the community with outstanding healthcare,” added hospital CEO Joe Ierardi.
The Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia provides comprehensive orthopaedic care using the most technologically advanced equipment. Featuring on-site x-ray services, open MRIs accredited by the American College of Radiology, and eight healthcare providers, BJI serves over 18 Southeast Georgia counties with offices in Jesup, Baxley, Hinesville, and Waycross.
Wayne Memorial Hospital, whose mission is to provide high-quality health care services to all patients, built a state-of-the-art facility in 2007. It is the third largest employer in Wayne County with 500 employees, 84 beds and is a two-time winner of the Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals Small Hospital of the Year Award.
Dr. Thomas Loumeau of the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia, performed the first endoscopic spine surgery on January 8, 2019, using the newly launched 4K Endoscopic Spine Surgery System from joimax, Inc. The surgery was performed at the Surgery Center of BJI, LLC, located in Jesup, GA.
The new 4K endoscopic system gives the Bone & Joint Institute the advantage of being on the cutting edge of endoscopic spine surgery. The new 4K system provides the following benefits to their patients:
Reduced postoperative pain
Less blood loss
Faster recovery time
Minimal trauma to surrounding tissues; less scarring
Dr. Loumeau stated, “It is an honor to be the first practice in the country to offer 4K Endoscopic Spine Procedures. The communities we serve now have access to the most technologically advanced spine surgery right here close to home.”
Dr. Thomas Loumeau is a board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon specializing in diagnostics and treatments of the spine. He brings a vast amount of knowledge to the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia and offers many innovative procedures to better the health of our community. Dr. Loumeau works with a wide variety of spinal conditions with a special interest in minimally-invasive procedures, deformity correction, spinal decompression and fusion, and motion preservation.
The Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia now offers OrthoBiologics! OrthoBiologics is an innovative area of medicine that uses the body’s own cells to potentially reverse the debilitating effects of Osteoarthritis and accelerate the healing of tendons and/or ligaments. When these healing substances and cells are injected into the affected area(s) in higher concentrations, they can promote a faster healing process. Patients that are not ready for surgery, or just want faster healing to get back to their normal routines could benefit from OrthoBiologics.
BJISG is offering four types of OrthoBiologic Injections:
ACP (Autologous Conditioned Plasma)
PRP (Platelet-Rich-Plasma)
Bone Marrow Aspirate
Stem Cells
OrthoBiologic Injections can treat Moderate Arthritis, Advanced Arthritis, Rotator Cuff Tears, Traumatic Cartilage Loss, Tendonitits, and many more conditions.
The Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia continues to grow with the addition of Heath Denmark, PA-C, a Certified Physician Assistant.
Heath brings over 5 years of experience as an Orthopaedic Physician Assistant. He attended Georgia College and State University (GCSU) in Milledgeville, Georgia, graduating in May 2010 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. He then obtained a Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from South University in Savannah, GA.
Upon his graduation in March of 2013, he began practicing in Douglas, GA. During his time in Douglas, he worked with a number of specialized teams including: Sports Medicine, General Orthopaedics, Total Joint Replacements, and Spine. “Heath brings with him a well-deserved reputation which adds to our respected group of providers our communities has access to,” said Dr. J. Matthew Valosen, Orthopaedic Surgeon.
Heath’s interest in Orthopaedics began in High School after a sports injury that required surgery. That surgery was performed by Dr. Kenerly. After his recovery, Heath shadowed Dr. Kenerly to learn more about the specialty. “I chose orthopaedics because of my interest in the sciences and sports. Orthopaedics not only brings all of my interests together, but allows us to impact a patient’s life quickly and get them back to the things they love,” said Heath.
“We are blessed to have Heath join BJISG. He brings a wide variety of orthopaedic experience that will be an asset for our patients and surrounding communities,” said Dr. J. Lex Kenerly,III, Orthopaedic Surgeon.
For the fourth year in a row, the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia has been voted the Best Orthopaedic Practice in Liberty County. Coastal Courier readers submitted thousands of votes in categories ranging from food and entertainment to shopping and healthcare. “We are honored to once again receive this award. The health of the communities we serve is our number one priority,” said Kyle Deuter, Certified Physician Assistant.
The Bone and Joint Institute of South Georgia continues to grow with additional world-class providers, state-of-the-art medical equipment and expanded services to help meet the Orthopaedic needs of the communities we serve. We have four convenient locations in Hinesville, Jesup, Waycross and Baxley to allow our patients easier access to the latest, innovative orthopaedic services. BJISG now has eight providers and a staff of over 70 healthcare professionals.
“Our healthcare team is experienced, compassionate, and dedicated to making sure the patients of Liberty County receive world-class care,” said Dr. Jay B. Cook, Orthopaedic Surgeon.
BJISG offers advanced orthopaedic services including many non-invasive, non-surgical treatment options as well as advanced electrodiagnostic EMG/NCS testing. Many surgical treatment options are also available including: Spine Surgery, Total Joint Replacements, Arthroscopic Procedures, Rotator Cuff Repair, ACL Tears, Carpal Tunnel Treatment, Fracture/Trauma Care and much more.
The Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia now offers advanced spine surgery in their Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Center.
With the addition of a specialized Spine System O.R. Table, and a Zeiss Microscope that allows for crystal clear resolution and 3D visualization, Dr. Thomas P. Loumeau is now able to perform many advanced, minimally invasive spine procedures in the surgery suites at the Surgery Center of BJI. Dr. Loumeau offers cervical and lumbar procedures such as fusions, discectomies, and total disc arthroplasty (replacement) to help patients that are suffering from back and neck pain associated with damaged, herniated, or degenerative discs. Minimally invasive procedures allow for reduced blood loss, reduced risk of infection, smaller incisions, and faster recovery times after surgery.
Dr. Loumeau, a Board Certified Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon, specializes in the diagnoses and treatments of the spine. He brought a vast amount of knowledge to the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia when he joined the practice in February of 2017 and has performed many innovative procedures through the Bone & Joint Institute as well as Wayne Memorial Hospital.
Conveniently located on-site at the Bone and Joint Institute of South Georgia in Jesup, GA, the surgery suites at the Surgery Center of BJI were designed exclusively for same-day orthopaedic surgeries. The surgery suites are equipped with the latest technology, including high-definition video cameras for arthroscopic procedures, our digital fluoroscopic x-ray unit, and high resolution computer monitors that display medical imagery that ensure a high level of patient safety, satisfaction and positive outcomes.
For more information, or to make an appointment, call toll free (866) 806-0800.
The Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia (BJISG) has once again been recognized as a 2017 Bulldog Top 100 Business.
The Bulldog 100, coordinated by the UGA Alumni Association, recognizes the 100 fastest-growing businesses owned or operated by UGA graduates. Approximately 490 nominations were submitted to the University of Georgia for the 2017 Bulldog 100. Nominees for the Bulldog 100 reach as far west as California and as far northeast as New York.
The Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia was founded in 2010 by Dr. Lex Kenerly, orthopaedic surgeon and UGA graduate. BJISG has since grown to serve 18 counties in southern Georgia and offers a wide range of orthopaedic services including:
• Surgical and non-surgical procedures
• Arthrscopic procedures of joints
• Arthritis diagnostics and treatments
• Botox® therapy for migraine treatments
• Computer assisted surgery
• Electrodiagnostics – nerve conduction studies
• ESI (epidural steroid injections)
• Fracture & trauma repairs
• Ligament, tendon & muscle repairs
• Open MRI and digital x-ray services
• Physical medicine and rehabilitation
• Spine surgery
• Sports medicine
• Total joint replacements and much more.
“While this prestigious accolade is humbling to receive, it wouldn’t be possible without the hard work of my business partner Dr. Matthew Valosen and our world class team of providers,” said Lex Kenerly, MD.
Thomas P. Loumeau, MD, a board certified orthopaedic spine surgeon, has joined the medical staff of the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia. Dr. Loumeau completed his spine surgery fellowship at one of the top spine surgery centers in the nation – OrthoCarolina, in Charlotte, NC. He worked alongside leading spine surgeons performing complex procedures.
Dr. Loumeau began his medical career after graduating from University of Notre Dame with honors as an English Literature major. He attended Trinity College of Medicine in Dublin, Ireland. He attended the University of Illinois neurosurgery residency program in Peoria, Illinois, followed by the University of Florida orthopedic surgery residency program in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Loumeau then did his spine surgery fellowship at OtrhoCarolina.
“We are thrilled to have Dr. Loumeau join our surgical team. His spine experience makes him a great asset to both our practice and our community,” said Lex Kenerly, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon. “His innovative procedures will greatly help benefit patients with back and neck issues.”
“Dr. Loumeau’s expertise is a great addition to our practice adding expertise to further advance the orthopaedic services of the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia,” said Richard L. Clark, Cheif Executive Officer. “We are honored to welcome Dr. Loumeau to our family, he provides a great blend of advanced clinical education and knowledge with a strong passion for providing community-based care.”
For more information, or to make an appointment, call toll free (866) 806-0800.
Dr. Brian T. Grisez, an orthopaedic surgeon, specializes in total joint replacements (hip & knee) and revisions. He performs total hip replacements utilizing the anterior approach for quicker patient recovery and less pain.
Dr. Polander is an orthopaedic surgeon, who specializes in sports medicine and shoulder injuries. From knee ligaments and meniscus, to rotator cuffs and total shoulders replacements, Dr. Polander treats a wide range of orthopaedic conditions.
Wayne Memorial Hospital and the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia brings robotic-arm assisted total knee replacements to rural Georgia with the addition of Stryker’s Mako System. This highly advanced robotic technology transforms the way joint replacement surgery is performed, enabling surgeons to have a more predictable surgical experience with increased accuracy.
For the fourth year in a row, the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia has been voted the Best Orthopaedic Practice in Liberty County. Coastal Courier readers submitted thousands of votes in categories ranging from food and entertainment to shopping and healthcare. “We are honored to once again receive this award. The health of the communities we serve is our number one priority,” said Kyle Deuter, Certified Physician Assistant.
The Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia now offers advanced spine surgery in their Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Center.
Thomas P. Loumeau, MD, a board certified orthopaedic spine surgeon, has joined the medical staff of the Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia. Dr. Loumeau completed his spine surgery fellowship at one of the top spine surgery centers in the nation – OrthoCarolina, in Charlotte, NC. He worked alongside leading spine surgeons performing complex procedures.