Dr. M. Scott True, MD

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• Classification and treatment of postburn metacarpophalangeal joint extension contractures in children.
• Percutaneous epiphyseodesis.

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Get to know Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. M. Scott True, who serves patients in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Dr. True is a skilled orthopaedic surgeon whose areas of expertise include total knee replacement, total hip replacement including anterior approach, sports-related injuries, fracture care in adults and children, as well as arthroscopic treatment of the knee. He sees patients at The Christ Hospital, a 555-bed, not-for-profit acute care facility in Cincinnati, Ohio. 

The Christ Hospital offers services in cardiovascular care, spine treatment, women’s health, major surgery, cancer, behavioral medicine, orthopaedics, emergency care, kidney transplant, and others. Its mission is “to improve the health of our community and create patient value by providing exceptional outcomes and the finest experiences, all in an affordable way.”

Professionally, the doctor is affiliated with The Christ Hospital Outpatient Center – Red Bank, The Christ Hospital Outpatient Center – Green Township, and The Christ Hospital Medical Center – Liberty Township. 

In order to stay up to date in his field, he remains a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, the Ohio Orthopaedic Society, the Cincinnati Orthopaedic Society, the American Medical Association, the Ohio State Medical Society, and the Butler County Medical Society.

After earning his undergraduate degree from Taylor University in Upland, Indiana Dr. True went on to obtain his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati, where he also completed his internship and residency.

Following his training, he became board-certified through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, which is an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopaedic residents and surgeons, as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopaedic surgeons. 

Orthopaedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopaedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders. They work in clinical and hospital settings.

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