Dr. Dietrich Kayser Expands Orthopedic Access to Polk County

Rutherford Regional Health System is expanding access to specialty care in Polk County with the addition of orthopedic services at Polk Medical Specialties. Beginning this month, Dr. Dietrich Kayser, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with Rutherford Orthopedics, will see patients on Thursdays at the clinic located at 801 West Mills Street, Suite B, in Columbus. The addition of orthopedic services further enhances the growing range of specialty services already available at Polk Medical Specialties, allowing patients to access more of the care they need closer to home.

This addition offers comprehensive orthopedic care focused on shoulder, hip, and knee conditions, providing patients with convenient access to evaluation, treatment, surgical planning, and follow-up care without having to travel outside the area.

"Access to specialty care is an important part of keeping communities healthy," said Dr. Dietrich Kayser. "Our goal is to provide patients in Polk County with expert orthopedic care close to home, making it easier for them to receive the treatment they need and stay active."

Dr. Kayser will provide evaluation and treatment for a wide range of shoulder, hip, and knee conditions, including:

• Shoulder, hip, and knee pain
• Arthritis and joint problems
• Sports and overuse injuries
• Limited movement, weakness, or stiffness
• Joint injections and other non-surgical treatments
• Joint replacement consultations and follow-up care
• Arthroscopic surgery evaluations
• X-rays and diagnostic testing

The addition of orthopedic services further strengthens Rutherford Regional's growing network of specialty care services and supports the commitment to improving access to high-quality healthcare in our region.

To schedule, call 828-894-8437 or visit MyRutherfordRegional.com/find-a-doctor.