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Orthopedic Shoulder Specialist in
Lexington, KY

Leading Shoulder Doctors
in Kentucky

Are you looking to stay active but worried about shoulder pain? The board-certified orthopedic experts at Bluegrass Orthopaedics in Lexington, KY, understand how upper extremity injuries can sideline you from the activities you love. Shoulder injuries are common for people who participate in recreational sports, perform repetitive tasks at work, or have experienced past trauma or injuries.

At the Bluegrass Orthopaedics based in Lexington, KY, our fellowship-trained specialists treat shoulder conditions such as:

At Bluegrass Orhopaedics, we cater to patients of all ages, from children to seniors, and can customize a treatment plan to suit each individual's needs. Explore our "Comeback Champions'' section to learn about some of our many success stories!


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What do I Do If I Need
Shoulder Surgery?

We specialize in addressing shoulder conditions at Bluegrass Orthopaedics in Lexington, KY. While some rotator cuff issues can be managed through non-surgical methods like activity modification, physical therapy, injections, and anti-inflammatory medications, surgical interventions may be necessary for others.

Our expert surgeons perform a variety of shoulder surgeries, including tendon transfers, fracture repairs, joint replacements, rotator cuff repairs, instability surgeries, and arthroscopic procedures.

For patients with irreparable rotator cuff damage and limited overhead function, our team offers innovative solutions like reverse shoulder replacement, which can enhance the range of motion and alleviate pain. If you're experiencing shoulder discomfort, consult our experienced team to explore your treatment options. At Bluegrass Orthopaedics, our fellowship-trained shoulder specialists diagnose and treat various upper extremity conditions, serving the Lexington, KY community.

What are the Signs I Need
Shoulder Surgery?

  • Persistent pain that limits your daily activities
  • Difficulty lifting or reaching overhead
  • Weakness in the shoulder muscles
  • Instability or dislocation of the shoulder joint
  • Limited range of motion despite physical therapy and other interventions
Patients with rotator cuff problems can receive non-surgical treatment through activity modification, physical therapy, injections, and anti-inflammatory medication.

Our surgeons also provide surgical treatments for shoulder conditions, including tendon transfers, fracture work, joint replacement, rotator cuff and instability surgeries, and arthroscopic repairs. For patients with irreparable rotator cuff and loss of overhead function, reverse shoulder replacement is a viable option that can improve range of motion and eliminate pain.

How Long Does it Take to Recover From Shoulder Surgery?


Our team of board-certified and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeons will guide you through every step of your procedure and recovery process before your surgery. The recovery process after shoulder surgery varies for each patient. However, assuming no complications arise and you attend all your follow-up appointments and physical therapy sessions, patients must have met the complete recovery standards within six months to one year after their operation. During the first six weeks of post-operative recovery, you may need to wear a sling to immobilize the joint, which will help facilitate optimal healing.

Expert Shoulder Care with
Bluegrass Orthopaedics

Whether you're dealing with a rotator cuff injury, shoulder replacement, fracture repair, or instability, our fellowship-trained surgeons are equipped to offer personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs. From children to seniors, we cater to patients of all ages, ensuring everyone receives the highest standard of care. Take the first step towards recovery by scheduling a consultation with our shoulder surgery specialists at Bluegrass Orthopaedics in Lexington, KY. Your comeback story starts here.

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Meet Our
Elbow & Shoulder Team

Wallace L. Huff, JR., M.D.
Sports Medicine & Total Joint Replacement
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J. Martin Favetto, M.D.
Hand and Upper Extremity
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Ryan P. Donegan, M.D., M.S.
Shoulder and Elbow Specialist
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Victor Marwin, M.D., MBA
Hand & Upper Extremity Specialist
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Charles "Ched" Crouse, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Owen McGonigle, M.D.
Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon
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Comeback Champion:
Sydney Parker

BGO's Champion patient comes from London, KY - Ms. Sydney Parker. Sydney is an animal lover, and was injured after a fall from her horse in October of 2018. She fractured and dislocated her elbow, which unfortunately led to surgery in October of 2018 - a complicated procedure that required an open reduction internal fixation as well as an ulnar nerve decompression and transposition. Sydney had fractured her trochlea, lateral condyle of her elbow, as well as her olecranon.

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Very impressed. Wonderful bedside manner & straight forward. Took time to answer & explain all questions.

Mitchel

Dr. Donegan and entire staff are excellent. Will be recommending him anytime I can.

Anonymous

Always nice, courteous and always explains things and listens to me.

Lisa Gabbard

Dr. Donegan is very thorough. He looks at all variables before making a diagnosis. He is very approachable and explains everything involved in diagnosis and treatment. His staff is very available and helpful. I would highly recommend him!! Dr. Donegan is very thorough. He looks at all variables before making a diagnosis. He is very approachable and explains everything involved in diagnosis and treatment. His staff is very available and helpful. I would highly recommend him!!

Stacey R.

Great service, experts and excellent providers.

Jordan Medina

I was very impressed by his professionalism; yet also provided me personable care. He listened to my concerns carefully and also effectively communicated his medical advice and thoughts on how to improve my situation. He was very... I was very impressed by his professionalism; yet also provided me personable care. He listened to my concerns carefully and also effectively communicated his medical advice and thoughts on how to improve my situation. He was very knowledgeable and open to providing what he believed to be the best and conservative approach first to hopefully improve my pain from my injury. He also gave me hope in his course of treatment. I’m very grateful for having been referred to him by another physician.

Deborah Hurt

I had a wonderful experience at my appointment. All the staff was great. Dr Donegan was very informative. Did not feel rushed. Took time to answer all my questions. Would totally recommend him to everyone.

Anonymous

I was recommended to Dr. Donegan by several friends. He completely repair my shoulder with excellent skills. He is very skillful, friendly and takes the time to listen to you as a patient and get to the root of your issue. He is an... I was recommended to Dr. Donegan by several friends. He completely repair my shoulder with excellent skills. He is very skillful, friendly and takes the time to listen to you as a patient and get to the root of your issue. He is an EXCELLENT surgeon as well as excellent staff.

Anonymous

Very knowledgeable and explains things in a way that is easy to understand.

Anonymous

I am so thankful I was referred to Dr. Donegan! He was professional in helping me make a decision regarding my surgery! His staff and the receptionists on The first floor were very helpful! I will still have to have surgery at a later... I am so thankful I was referred to Dr. Donegan! He was professional in helping me make a decision regarding my surgery! His staff and the receptionists on The first floor were very helpful! I will still have to have surgery at a later date, but we are trying all options before surgery as a last resort.

Pashia Staton

I was referred to Dr. Donegan with a shoulder injury. He determined physical therapy would be more appropriate than surgery. I found Dr. Donegan to be very professional with a great personality. His care and consideration facilitated my... I was referred to Dr. Donegan with a shoulder injury. He determined physical therapy would be more appropriate than surgery. I found Dr. Donegan to be very professional with a great personality. His care and consideration facilitated my efforts to resume a 'normal' level of physical activity.

Margaret LaFontaine

Dr. Favetto is very thorough and very compassionate and up-front about all the details of my shoulder replacement surgeries. I have had two and I couldn't have had an easier recovery. He has helped to improve my quality of life 500%. I... Dr. Favetto is very thorough and very compassionate and up-front about all the details of my shoulder replacement surgeries. I have had two and I couldn't have had an easier recovery. He has helped to improve my quality of life 500%. I would and have highly recommended him to anyone needing better health with their shoulders. God bless him in his very caring manner with his patients! Sister Angie Keil

Anonymous

Very patient oriented.

Anonymous

This visit was a pleasure like those last year. Outstanding, and comfortable surgery with like new repairs this year. Highly, assured and confident in his expertise during a new and pending surgery. These comments from a Vietnam veteran. This visit was a pleasure like those last year. Outstanding, and comfortable surgery with like new repairs this year. Highly, assured and confident in his expertise during a new and pending surgery. These comments from a Vietnam veteran.

Anonymous

Dr. Donegan is the best!! I have never had a physician that makes me feel at ease in a medical office as Dr. Donegan. His personality is such a plus when you go see him. I trust him and believe in him with whatever he recommends for me.... Dr. Donegan is the best!! I have never had a physician that makes me feel at ease in a medical office as Dr. Donegan. His personality is such a plus when you go see him. I trust him and believe in him with whatever he recommends for me. He operated on my shoulder a couple of weeks ago, and I feel that he did an awesome job!! He would be my #1 recommendation for a shoulder surgeon!!

Robin Mayes

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