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Kenneth J. Westerheide, M.D.
Sports Medicine & Shoulder Reconstruction
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Dr. Kenneth J. Westerheide specializes in sports medicine, with a unique expertise in shoulder arthroscopy and knee ACL reconstruction. He is also one of the few surgeons in central Ohio to perform hip arthroscopy.
Dr. Westerheide graduated fromThe Ohio State University Collegeof Medicine with AOA honors and participated in The University of Pittsburgh Orthopaedic Residency program. He then was selected to participate in a fellowship in shoulder arthroscopy and sports medicine at The Southern California Orthopaedic Institute in Los Angeles, California. Through this training, he has received numerous awards and recognition. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Active in the orthopedic community, Dr. Westerheide is a member of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Columbus Orthopaedic Society, Arthroscopy Association of North America, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, and the American Medical Association. He has written and contributed to many articles for publication and presentations on topics including shoulder arthroscopy, knee ACL reconstruction and recently hip arthroscopy.
Common Conditions Treated – Click for more information:
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Labral Tears and Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)
- Meniscal Tears and Meniscal Tears Video
- Hip Arthroscopy
To view Dr. Westerheide’s recent lectures from Orthopedic ONE’s 2016 Arthritis CME, click below:
Click HERE to view Dr. Westerheide’s live surgery from the BWC Medical & Health Symposium. His session is titled: 4801 Live Surgery.
Physical Therapy Protocols:
- ACL Reconstruction Protocol
- ACL reconstruction protocol with meniscus
- Adhesive capsulitis protocol
- General ankle protocol
- Large rotator cuff repair protocol
- Med full-thickness rotator cuff repair protocol
- Partial menisectomy protocol
- Shoulder decompression debridement protocol
- Shoulder impingement protocol
- SLAP lesion protocol
- Small full rotator cuff tear protocol
- Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
- Total Shoulder Replacement
Commonly Treated Conditions
- Femoral-Acetabular Impingement (FAI)
- Hip Labral Tear
- Cartilage Injuries (Meniscus)
- Patellar Tendonitis (Jumper’s Knee)
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner’s Knee)
- Biceps Tendon Rupture of the Elbow
- Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
- Tennis Elbow – Lateral Epicondylitis
- Labral Tear of the Shoulder
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Throwing Injuries
Commonly Performed Procedures
Clinic Locations
Surgery Locations
Education
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Undergraduate:
University of Dayton -
Medical School:
The Ohio State University College of Medicine -
Orthopedic Residency:
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center -
Fellowship:
Sports Medicine/ Shoulder Arthroscopy, Southern California Orthopedic Institute -
Board Certification:
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Titles, Honors & Awards
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Awards
Castle Connolly Top Doctors 2023
Associations
- American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
- Columbus Orthopedic Society (COS)
- Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)
- American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)
- American Medical Association (AMA)
- Ohio State Medical Association (OSMA)
Research & Teaching
- Orthopedic ONE's Arthritis CME of Shoulder and Hip
- BWC Medical & Health Symposium
- Presenter at top associations including AOSSM
Care Team
Domonique Grothause PA
"I genuinely enjoy every visit and find joy in getting to know each one of our patients on a personal level."
Education / Training
- The Ohio State University, B.S. in Biology
- University of Saint Francis, M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies
Bio
Domonique is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA).
In her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with my family and friends most of all, but has always been passionate about physical and mental health. She also enjoys being active through various forms, especially being outdoors. I love traveling, country concerts, and spending time by the water.
How Do You Typically Interact with Patients?
I clinically perform injections, see patients for post-op visits, and continuous conservative management of chronic conditions. I also assist Dr. Westerheide in the operating room. I genuinely enjoy every visit and find joy in getting to know each one of our patients on a personal level.
Why do you work at Orthopedic ONE?
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Gretchen James PA-C
"Working at Orthopedic ONE allows me to assist patients in finding an answer and a solution to their orthopedic problem so they are able to function and feel better. I appreciate being part of a team that works together to provide high quality patient care. "
Education / Training
- Gannon University, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Exercise Science Minor
- Gannon University, Master of Physician Assistant Science
Bio
Gretchen is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Physician Assistants in Orthopaedic Surgery
She assists Dr. Westerheide by administering injections, postoperative visits, and follow up-visits. She also assist Dr. Westerheide in the operating room.
In her free time she enjoys being active, traveling, serving at church, and spending time with my husband Evan, Golden Retriever Maverick, and friends and family.
How Do You Typically Interact with Patients?
I see patients in the office for injections, postoperative visits, and follow up-visits. I also assist Dr. Westerheide in the operating room. I enjoy helping patients return to activities they love and forming connections with them in the process.
Why do you work at Orthopedic ONE?
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