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Providence College Athletics and University Orthopedics Announce New Partnership Focused on Student-Athlete Care
Providence College Athletics and Learfield today announced a new, multi-year partnership with University Orthopedics, naming the regional sports medicine leader the Official Orthopedic Provider for 19 of Providence College’s 21 Division I varsity teams, including men’s and women’s basketball.
‘All About the Buckets’ All-Star Game Returns with Renewed Mission to Support Children Battling Cancer
When Calvin Jones put his signature basketball showcase on hold to help his young son battle cancer, he wasn’t sure if the event would ever return. This fall, the All About the Buckets (AATB) All-Star Game will be back—this time with a renewed purpose inspired by that journey.
FIRST IN RI: UOI Surgeon Joseph Gil, MD, Performs Thumb Joint Replacement with Newly Available TOUCH® CMC 1 Implant
Innovative procedure, similar to hip replacement, expands treatment options for patients with painful thumb arthritis.
University Orthopedics Welcomes Fellowship-Trained Sports Medicine Surgeon Dr. Joseph O. Ehiorobo
Dr. Ehiorobo brings extensive training in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, backed by more than 16 years of education and specialized clinical training.
Dr. Julia Katarincic Named President of University Orthopedics
A nationally recognized hand surgeon and respected physician leader, Dr. Katarincic has been an integral part of University Orthopedics for many years.
Lenoss Medical, Inc. Selected for Prestigious MedTech Innovator 2026 Accelerator Cohort
The financing close follows a strong commercial quarter for Lenoss Medical, as the company finished the fourth quarter with record sales and year-over-year surgical procedure growth of nearly 150%.
University Orthopedics Launches Center for Clinical Optimization to Improve Surgical Outcomes and Reduce Complications
As demand for orthopedic procedures continues to rise nationwide, University Orthopedics is advancing patient care with a new Center for Clinical Optimization—a personalized, evidence-based program designed to prepare patients, both surgical and non-surgical, for better overall outcomes.
University Gastroenterology Launches Clinical Trials Studying GLP-1 Medications for Digestive Diseases
University Gastroenterology (UGI), a leading provider of digestive health care in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts, has launched a series of clinical trials studying the use of GLP-1 medications for patients with fatty liver disease (MASH), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Lenoss Medical Announces Successful Close of $6 Million Growth Bridge Financing
The financing close follows a strong commercial quarter for Lenoss Medical, as the company finished the fourth quarter with record sales and year-over-year surgical procedure growth of nearly 150%.
US News & World Report: UOI’s East Bay Surgery Center Among Best ASCs in Country
The UOI EBSC is one of only three Rhode Island ASCs among the 934 facilities rated as high-performing, and the only one in the state to repeat the honor.
Rhode Island Hospital Medical Staff Association Names UOI’s Dr. Edward Akelman Outstanding Physician of the Year
The Rhode Island Hospital Medical Staff Association recently awarded University Orthopedics president, Dr. Edward Akelman, with the 2025 Milton W. Hamolsky, MD Outstanding Physician of the Year Award.
University Orthopedics First in Region to Offer VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution for Total Knee Replacement Precision
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Each year, more than 700,000 total knee replacements are performed in the United States.¹ As more patients seek relief from joint pain—and hope for a faster, smoother recovery—University Orthopedics is once again bringing proven tools and...
Record Turnout Helps UOI 5K Cross $220,000 in Total Support for The Tomorrow Fund
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. — University Orthopedics and family members of late spine surgeon Mark Palumbo gathered at the practice’s Kettle Point location in East Providence recently to present a check for $45,000 to The Tomorrow Fund. The proceeds from the 2025 running of...
Hope for Chronic Pain Suffers: Dr. Tian First in RI to Implant Closed-Loop Spinal Cord Stimulator
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI (University Orthopedics) — Dr. S. Chris Tian, an expert in interventional pain management at University Orthopedics, recently became the first physician in Rhode Island to successfully implant a Closed-Loop Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) — marking a...
Brown Surgical Associates Expands Access to World-Class Care With Addition of 7 Surgeons
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (October 30, 2025) — With a commitment to cutting-edge, convenient care, the Department of Surgery of Brown Health Medical Group–formerly Brown Surgical Associates–is pleased to announce that seven additional surgeons have recently joined the...
Georgetown Family Dentistry Expands, Opens State-of-the-Art Facility in Downtown Georgetown
GEORGETOWN, MA — Surrounded by family, friends, and staff, Dr. Shradha Sharma, DMD, recently cut the ribbon at Georgetown Family Dentistry’s brand-new, state-of-the-art location in Georgetown, Massachusetts. The Greater Haverhill...
Returning to RI: Hand-to-Shoulder Expert Matthew Akelman, MD, Joins University Orthopedics
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI (September 30, 2025) —University Orthopedics, one of the region’s largest and most comprehensive orthopedic practices, proudly announces the addition of Dr. Matthew Akelman, a fellowship-trained hand-to-shoulder surgeon, to its team of...
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