Orthopedic Medicine

River Valley Physicians's orthopedic office delivers personalized care focused on the entire individual, utilizing the full resources of our health system. RVP orthopedic physicians can treat both adults and children. In an effort to get you back to the things you enjoy most, we schedule assessment appointments and surgeries in a matter of days.

Fitted Orthopedic Devices Improve Quality of Life

With orthopedic devices, one size fits all just doesnt work, RVP takes a fitted approach to ensure the best possible outcome. Our orthopedic devices are custom fit to your body. Because of this practice, patients realize shortened rehabilitation requirements, improved mobility and increased use of the surgically repaired limb.

Continuity of Care

The office for Orthopedic care is located in close proximity to the Emergency Department. Patients can receive their x-rays or scans, and meet with an orthopedic specialist to determine the best course of action for treatment. Our staff can schedule therapy and home health care based upon your specific needs.

Contact Us

James A. Shaer, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgeon
425 W. 5th St; 6th Floor.
East Liverpool, OH 43920
330-386-2047

Our Services

Back and Neck

Broken collarbones
Fractured clavicles
Spinal fractures
Spinal stenosis

Shoulder

Biceps ruptures
Biceps tendonitis
Dislocated shoulders
Frozen shoulders
Rotator cuff tears
Separated shoulders
Shoulder impingements
Shoulder sprains

Arm, Elbow, Wrist, and Hand

Carpal tunnel syndrome
Colles fractures
Dislocated elbows
Elbow bursitis
Elbow fractures
Finger sprains
Forearm fractures
Fractured clavicles
Golfer's elbow
Tennis elbow
Thumb sprains
Wrist fractures
Wrist sprains

Hip

Hip fractures
Hip dislocations
Labral tears
Hip pointers

Knee

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries
Knee sprains
Kneecap bursitis
Meniscal tears
Patellar tendonitis
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries