The official X account of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the UAB Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine.

Birmingham, AL
Joined July 2018
Mohamed Morsy, M.D., of the @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, helped develop a new multidisciplinary Peripheral Nerve Clinic to improve care for patients with complex nerve injuries. Learn more: buff.ly/KhdrwqQ @NeurosurgeryUab @uab_neurology @UABSurgery
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Congratulations to our @UABHeersink Dept. of Orthopeadic Surgery Sports Medicine Research Fellows Camille Crane, D.O., and Zachary El-Fallah, on taking first and second place at the UAB Primary Care Week: Research Day poster presentation! @UABSportsMed
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The @uabmedicine Orthopaedic Surgery Saturday Morning Injury Clinic offers convenient walk-in care for acute injuries, including sports injuries, sprains, strains, possible fractures, dislocations, and concussions. No appointment necessary. @UABSportsMed
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UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery retweeted
Now through Nov. 21, @UABOrtho will offer a Saturday Morning Injury Clinic at UAB Hospital-Highlands, providing convenient walk-in care for acute injuries, including sports injuries, sprains, strains, possible fractures, and concussions. No appointment is necessary.
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The @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is proud to be represented at the AOC Connect Business & Leadership Symposium! Our team is connecting with colleagues and sharing insights on leadership, operations, and the future of orthopedic care.
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The @UABHeersink Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery is proud to share that Orthopedics at @ChildrensAL has been recognized among the nation’s top 50 pediatric specialties in the 2026 @usnews & World Report rankings. Read more: buff.ly/T3jtt28
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Celebrating National APP Week! We’re grateful for the advanced practice providers across the @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery who support our patients and care teams every day. Thank you for all you do!
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The @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is pleased to welcome Todd Sheils, M.D., as an assistant professor. A UAB Heersink School of Medicine graduate, Dr. Sheils completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at UAB! Read the feature: buff.ly/XDXsRcv
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Kathryn Mahaffey, PA-C, with the Orthopaedic Spine Section, was recently presented with the 2026 APP Champion Award in recognition of her contributions and dedication to the team. Congratulations, Kathryn! 💚 @UABHeersink @UABMedicine
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After years of pain and uncertainty, one young tennis player found answers and expert care at @UABMedicine Orthopaedic Surgery, helping her return to the court and achieve her dream of a state championship. @UABHeersink @AmitMomayaMD Read her story: buff.ly/ZzD3p6c
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The @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery’s Innovations & Updates Conference was a great success! Thank you to our seven speakers for sharing their expertise and to everyone who joined us for an afternoon of learning and discussion. @UABSportsMed
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Tomorrow! Don’t miss our @UABHeersink Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery’s Innovations & Updates Conference on Sept. 11, 12:30–2:30 p.m. Hear the latest in orthopaedic surgery and earn CEU/CME credits. Register today: buff.ly/9ctINhK @UABSportsMed
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THIS WEEK! Join @UABHeersink Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery for the Innovations & Updates Conference on Sept. 11. Hear about the latest advances and earn CEU/CME credits. Open to health care professionals and students! Register: buff.ly/9ctINhK @UABSportsMed
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"I'm very grateful to everyone at UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine for helping me through one of the toughest moments of my career," said Sebastian Tragarthen, midfielder for Birmingham Legion FC. @UABSportsmed Read Tragarthen's story: buff.ly/YzAzVLk @UABHeersink
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Fall sports are back! 🏈 Amit Momaya, M.D. and James Jones from the @UABHeersink Department of Orthopaedic Surgery share tips on hydration, nutrition, how to avoid injury, and resources for student-athletes. Read more: buff.ly/ezVChr8
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Congratulations Joseph Johnson, M.D., and a team led by investigators in the Department of Medicine for being one of the eight inaugural projects selected for the Team Science Grant Program from @UABHeersink. @UABDeptMed
The Heersink School of Medicine has named the first recipients of its Team Science Grants, supporting collaborative, cross-disciplinary research aimed at tackling complex biomedical challenges. uab.edu/medicine/news/latest…
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Amit Momaya, M.D., was recently featured in @WBRCnews discussing the pros and cons of using AI for self-diagnosis, and how to safely integrate it into medicine and patient care. 💻️ @AmitMomayaMD @UABSportsMed Check it out! buff.ly/uQ4OXs9
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Join the @UABHeersink Dept. Orthopaedic Surgery for the Innovations & Updates Conference on Sept. 11. Hear about the latest advances in orthopaedic surgery and earn CEU/CME credits. Open to health care professionals and students. Register: buff.ly/PpYEmCF @UABSportsMed
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Weekend injuries don’t always happen during regular hours. The @UABMedicine Orthopeadic Surgery’s Saturday Morning Injury Clinic provides walk-in care for acute injuries, including sports injuries, sprains, strains, possible fractures, and concussions. No appointment necessary.
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Michael Johnson, M.D., answers some common questions about ankle injuries and how they are treated. @UABMedicine @UABHeersink 📰: buff.ly/yQ7x2zy
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