From a broken bone to joint replacement, our team at the Center for Bone & Joint Health uses their extensive knowledge to establish a diagnosis and develop a plan of care to help you meet your goals. It is our practice to exhaust every appropriate treatment option before considering surgery. However, if a surgical procedure becomes the right option, our team of specialists is ready.
Why Choose Us
- Care close to home
- Comprehensive team from diagnosis through rehabilitation
- Flexible scheduling options to meet your needs
- Providers believe in continuing education to stay up-to-date with the best treatment options
- Sports medicine trained providers
- Trained in current technology, tools and techniques
- Your goals are our priority
Joint Replacement Surgery
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Why Choose Us
- Complication rates below state and national standards
- Joint education prior to your surgery to ease your mind
- Private rooms for your hospital stay
- Stay close to home
- Variety of options for rehabilitation
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How to Prepare for Joint Replacement Surgery
- Shoulder Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
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Hand & Upper Extremity
Reaching, grabbing, writing, driving, lifting or waving are all activities that we take for granted.
Each of these seemingly simple daily activities are only possible because of the versatility and flexibility of the upper extremity. This area of the human body is uniquely complex and includes the joints, bones, and muscles of the fingers, hand, wrist, arm, elbow and shoulder. Its intricate and mobile design coupled with the use and abuse sustained each day can make this region of the body highly-susceptible to injury.
Clinical expertise is applied to quickly establish an accurate diagnosis and develop a plan of care that fits the needs of each patient suffering from upper-extremity pain or discomfort. A team of surgeons and other medical professionals are well-versed in treating a variety of conditions affecting the shoulder, arm and hand, from carpal tunnel release to shoulder replacement.
Our Services
We specialize in the treatment of:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Degenerative and rheumatoid arthritis
- Fractures, dislocations, subluxations
- Impingement syndromes
- Overuse and traumatic injuries
- Rotator cuff tears
- Shoulder instability
- Soft tissue sprains, strains and contusions
Providers
Ashley Andrus, APNP
A graduate of Marian University, Andrus earned her master’s degree in Nursing from Marian University. Andrus and her husband enjoy spending time with their son, as well as enjoying the outdoors, cooking, yoga, and running with their dogs.
Agnesian Health Plaza Building A
421 Camelot Drive
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
United States
Bert Callahan, MD
Dr. Callahan has been a fixture in the Beaver Dam, Columbus and Waupun communities for more than 20 years. As an orthopedic surgeon, he treats the most common bone and joint conditions and injuries in the region.
“After 20 years of practice, I have a great deal of experience in knee and hip replacement, and knee and shoulder arthroscopy,” according to Dr. Callahan. “Additionally, I have treated many patients with hand concerns, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger, as well as common adult and pediatric fractures.”
Ripon Medical Center
845 Parkside Street
Ripon, WI 54971
United States
Joseph Heckenkamp, PA-C
A graduate of the University of Wisconsin - Madison, Heckenkamp is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
"I work individually with all my patients to provide compassionate, ethical and honest orthopedic care,” says Heckenkamp. “It’s important to offer a listening environment. It helps to build relationships with patients and staff to promote a team approach.”
Heckenkamp is married and has three children. He enjoys outdoor activities, water sports, running, fishing and winter sports.
Ripon Medical Center
845 Parkside Street
Ripon, WI 54971
United States
Joe Kemp, MD
Growing up, my father was a high school teacher and coach. I always loved sports, teaching and caring for other people. Being an orthopedic surgeon with a niche towards sports medicine allows me to do all those things I loved and dreamed of doing as a child. Being able to help others is unbelievably fulfilling, and doing so in a city like Fond du Lac is truly a dream come true. My philosophy of care is to do my absolute best to take care of each and every patient. When I am with a patient, they are the most important person in the world to me at that given time.
Agnesian Health Plaza Building A
421 Camelot Drive
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
United States
Steven Magoline, MD
Agnesian Health Plaza Building A
421 Camelot Drive
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
United States
Jeffrey Meincke, MD
Dr. Meincke earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, and completed his Orthopedic residency from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He is also fellowship trained in conservative and surgical care of spine conditions from the Medical College of Wisconsin Department of Orthopedics. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
Ripon Medical Center
845 Parkside Street
Ripon, WI 54971
United States
Eric Nelson, MD
Dr. Nelson specializes in child and adult orthopedic needs, from first diagnosis to final rehabilitation. He is skilled in the latest surgical techniques for the repair, replacement or reconstruction of the hand, knee, shoulder, foot, hip, wrist, ankle and elbow. “Every patient is different and each need is different,” says Dr. Nelson. “It is important for me to engage patients in their treatment plan and help them achieve their goals.”
Waupun Memorial Hospital
620 W. Brown Street
Waupun, WI 53963
United States
Alan Roetker, MD
Agnesian Health Plaza Building A
421 Camelot Drive
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
United States
Bryan Royce, MD
Dr. Royce specializes in child and adult orthopedic needs, from first diagnosis to final rehabilitation. He is skilled in the latest surgical techniques for the repair, replacement or reconstruction of the hand, knee, shoulder, foot, hip, wrist, ankle and elbow. “I believe in treating patients by keeping their overall health needs in mind, while giving personalized care to fit those needs,” says Dr. Royce.
Agnesian Health Plaza Building A
421 Camelot Drive
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
United States
Andrea Smits, APNP
As a nurse practitioner, Smits assists general surgery and orthopedic physicians in offering a complete range of care including orthopedic concerns (total joint replacement, sports medicine, pediatric orthopedics, trauma and fractures) and general surgery issues (advanced laparoscopic procedures, varicose veins and colonoscopies).
“I work collaboratively with my patients and partner with them to effectively diagnose and treat their specific health concern,” Smits says. “Being able to serve the community I live and grew up in is extremely rewarding for me.”
Locations
Agnesian Health Plaza Building A
421 Camelot Drive
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
United States
Ripon Medical Center
845 Parkside Street
Ripon, WI 54971
United States
Waupun Memorial Hospital
620 W. Brown Street
Waupun, WI 53963
United States
Contact Us
We see patients in Fond du Lac, Ripon, and Waupun.
Fond du Lac: (920) 926-8616
Ripon: (920) 745-3500
Waupun: (920) 324-6802
Need a Scooter or Walker?
Our Agnesian Health Shoppe has many assistive devices to keep you safe and mobile while you recover from an injury or surgery. Customers may choose to rent, purchase or utilize their insurance.
Patient Testimonial
"I will never have to let down my foursome again thanks to Agnesian HealthCare's great care." - Dave Krizizke
Joint Care Videos
Informational videos for your upcoming procedure.
Do You Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
We have options! Not only do our orthopedic surgeons offer solutions for carpal tunnel syndrome, but Dr. Richard Schaefer at Agnesian Plastic Surgery & Cosmetic Services offers options as well.
