Clinical Scorecard: Matthew J. LaVelle, M.D., M.S.E., Joins Baptist Health Orthopedic Care as Orthopedic Surgeon
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Hip and knee conditions, including arthritis, treated with reconstructive surgery
Key Mechanisms
Primary and revision joint replacement, including robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement
Target Population
Patients with arthritis or other conditions affecting the hip and knee
Care Setting
Orthopedic specialty care at Baptist Health Orthopedics | Boynton Beach East
Key Highlights
Dr. LaVelle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult hip and knee reconstruction.
His surgical practice includes primary and revision joint replacement and robotic-assisted procedures.
He has training with robotic-assisted platforms for partial and total knee replacement and hip replacement.
He describes an individualized approach based on patients’ symptoms, goals and lifestyle.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Dr. LaVelle says he explains treatment options and develops individualized plans collaboratively with patients, referring physicians and other care-team members.
When surgery is appropriate, Dr. LaVelle’s stated goal is to help patients regain mobility, improve function and safely return to activities they enjoy.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Patients with arthritis or other conditions affecting the hip and knee.
Care may include primary or revision hip and knee replacement, including robotic-assisted procedures; treatment plans are individualized.
Clinical Best Practices
Dr. LaVelle says he considers patients’ symptoms, goals and lifestyle when developing individualized treatment plans.
Dr. LaVelle says he explains treatment options and collaborates with patients and other care-team members.
Baptist Health Orthopedic Care specialists provide comprehensive treatment for common and complex foot and ankle conditions, including advanced surgical and minimally invasive options.
