What is Musculoskeletal Trauma?

Musculoskeletal trauma refers to injuries of muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and nerves. Early complete care is crucial to achieving the best possible results and restoration of function.

Why Choose MetroHealth?

The MetroHealth System is nationally recognized for its expertise in the comprehensive care of injured patients. Highly trained teams of trauma specialists are available on-site at the only Level I trauma center in the Cleveland Area. The trauma center is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. And our rapid first response capabilities, including Metro Life Flight, ensure quicker access to care.

MetroHealth provides the largest team of full-time orthopaedic traumatologists in the region. All of these surgeons have advanced training and expertise in acute and reconstructive trauma care and hold faculty positions at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Our musculoskeletal trauma services are supported by the MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio and the MetroHealth Comprehensive Burn Center.

One phone call will put you in touch with the traumatologist on call:

Cuyahoga County:	216-778-7800
Toll-free:	800-325-5606
Metro Life Flight:	216-957-LIFE

Orthopaedic Trauma Faculty
John H. Wilber, MD, Chief
Brendan M. Patterson, MD
John K. Sontich, MD
Heather A. Vallier, MD
Roger G. Wilber, MD