Welcome to the OC Patient Education HUB

Our first Q&A features Dr. Gonchikar, OrthoCarolina Physiatrist, discussing non-operative spine solutions and answering your questions live. Unlike our traditional webinar format, this interactive session is designed to be more conversational and focused on the questions you have. This free event is open to anyone interested in learning more about non-surgical treatment options for spine-related pain and conditions – no registration necessary. The livestream will be available to join on our YouTube channel.

Join Dr. Dana Piasecki for our March webinar on ACL Surgery: Important Things To Know. Dr. Piasecki is an OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine surgeon and ACL specialist located at our Sports Medicine Center. He will be discussing key topics including indications for surgery, graft choice, when extra surgery may be needed, and the recovery process.

Join Dr. Jason Silva for our January webinar on Knee Injuries in Active Adults. Dr. Silva, an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at our Matthews location, will discuss common knee injuries in adults, such as ligament sprains, meniscus tears, and tendon injuries.

Join Drs. Kinjal Parikh, Swaroop Gonchikar, and J.D. Hoppenfeld for our December webinar on Non-Operative Spine Solutions. They are OrthoCarolina Physiatrists located at the OrthoCarolina Spine Center in Charlotte. They will be discussing advanced non-surgical treatments for spinal conditions, including the innovative technique of radiofrequency ablation.

Join OrthoCarolina doctors Briggs Ahearn, Samuel Ford and Jordan Grier on Tuesday, April 14th, for a live, in-person discussion around arthritis, its impacts on health, and tips for managing the condition. Note: this event has passed.

OrthoCarolina is proud to participate in the North Carolina State Health Plan’s Lantern Program, offering eligible state employees access to select orthopedic surgeries at no cost. This program removes financial barriers—eliminating deductibles, co‑pays, and out‑of‑pocket expenses—so patients can receive high‑quality, pre‑planned care without delay. Learn how OrthoCarolina is helping state employees get the treatment they need through this innovative, no‑cost surgical benefit.

OrthoCarolina and Tryon Medical Partners are proud to serve as the Official Healthcare Providers of Carolina Ascent FC, delivering trusted, comprehensive care to support athlete health, performance, and community engagement.

A first-of-its-kind fellowship provides immersive clinical and surgical training under nationally recognized orthopedic specialists, elevating PA training and patient care