The Thomas G. Otto, MD, Orthopaedic Institute at Saint Francis Medical Center is the region's trusted source in caring for sports injuries, broken bones, torn ligaments/cartilage, total joint replacement surgeries and other orthopaedic conditions.

In November 2007, Saint Francis introduced the services of the Center for Joint Replacement – the premier option for total joint replacement in Southeast Missouri.  The Center for Joint Replacement boasts an unprecedented patient experience in which patients are treated as healthy adults undergoing a procedure that will allow them to return to an active life, rather than as "sick."

The Orthopaedic Institute is staffed with the finest surgeons, nurses, technologists, therapists, support staff and volunteers to provide the highest-quality care. For more information on Saint Francis' Orthopaedic Institute, call 573-331-5593 or e-mail sfmc@sfmc.net.