Orthopedic Surgeon, Mark Pitner, MD
Dr. Pitner has always had a passion for helping people, so growing up, there was never a doubt in his mind that he would one day become a doctor. With his goal set in mind, he attended medical school at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Wanting to acquire a high-level set of skills, he specialized in orthopedics and completed his residency at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine. Today, he is an orthopedic surgeon at MD West ONE.
Dr. Pitner values the importance of long-term health and is dedicated to providing nothing short of exceptional results. As a specialist in joint replacement, he employs every skill to deliver care that will allow patients to live a full, pain-free life.
In his free time, Dr. Pitner enjoys spending time with his family, frequently attending his kids’ events. He also loves being outdoors, engaging in activities such as hunting, boating, skiing, and other sports.
Education:
Residency: Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
Undergraduate: University of Nebraska, Omaha, NE
Professional Memberships & Certifications:
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Nebraska State Medical Association
Metro Omaha Medical Society
Nebraska Orthopaedic Society
Omaha Orthopaedic Society
FREQUENTLY TREATED ORTHOPEDIC PROBLEMS AND CONDITIONS:
- Achilles Tendon Injuries
- Ankle Instability
- Ankle Sprains
- Arthritis of the Ankle
- Arthritis of the Foot
- Claw Toe
- Foot & Ankle Stress Fractures
- Fractures and Trauma
- Broken Toe or Metatarsal
- Gout
- Haglund's Deformity
- Heel Bone Fracture
- Heel Pain
- Jones Fracture
- Midfoot (LisFranc) Fracture
- Mortons Neuromas
- Peroneal Tendon Tears
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Stiff Big Toe
- Structural Deformities
- Tendon Injuries
- Femoral Fractures
- Hip Arthritis
- Hip Bursitis
- Hip Dislocation
- Hip Fractures
- Snapping Hip Syndrome
- Runner's Knee (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)
- Knee Arthritis
- Knee Bursitis
- Labral Tears of the Hip
- Loose Bodies of the Hip
- Meniscus Tears
- Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee
- Broken Knee Cap
- Patella Tendon Rupture
- Quadriceps Tendon Rupture
- Shin Splints
- Thigh Muscle Strains
- Tibial Fractures
- Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
- Torn Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL)
- Medial & Lateral Collateral Injury
- Basal Joint Arthritis
- Boxer's Fracture
- Carpal Tunnel
- Colles' Fracture
- Complex Nerve Problems
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Finger Dislocations
- Finger Amputations
- Ganglion Cysts
- Hand Fracture
- Hand Pain
- Hand Tendonitis
- Hand Trauma
- Mallet Finger
- Overuse Conditions
- Sports-Related Injuries
- Tennis Elbow
- Trigger Finger
- Wrist Fractures
- Wrist Pain
- Wrist Sprains & Strains
- Wrist Tendonitis
- Acromioclavicular Injuries
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Biceps Tendon Rupture
- Biceps Tendonitis
- Burners & Stingers
- Collarbone Fracture
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Elbow Bursitis
- Elbow Growth Plate Injuries
- Elbow Tendon Inflammation
- Frozen Shoulder
- Golfer's Elbow
- Hill-Sachs Lesion
- Hyperextension of the Elbow
- Joint Stiffness
- Loose Shoulder (Instability)
- Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Elbow
- Radial Tunnel Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injury
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Shoulder Separation
- Glenoid Fracture
- SLAP Tear
- Snapping Shoulder Syndrome
- Tennis Elbow
- Triceps Tendonitis
ORTHOPEDIC TREATMENTS & PROCEDURES:
Some orthopedic problems will require surgery, some will not. Whatever the case, Dr. Pitner will work with you to find the best treatment for you. He offers both surgical and non-surgical treatments, including: