Pediatric sports medicine in Carolina Beach, North Carolina

EmergeOrtho - Wilmington - Oleander (Orthopedic Urgent Care) is a state-of-the-art health institution located in Wilmington, North Carolina, United States. The facility offers orthopedic urgent care services at multiple locations in the Coastal Region, including Shipyard, Shallotte, Jacksonville, Seagate, and Porters Neck. The Seagate location at 6019 Oleander Drive, Suite 200 is conveniently situated near major areas such as Landfall Center, Mayfaire, Wrightsville Beach, and the University of North Carolina Wilmington campus. The facility is equipped with an onsite radiology center for quick diagnosis and treatment, spacious exam rooms, and comfortable waiting areas with sports-centric reading materials and large screen televisions. Patients with mobility limitations are accommodated with ease of accessibility using crutches, walking casts, canes, walkers, or wheelchairs. The office is led by board-certified specialists in sports medicine, hip and knee, hand and upper extremity, shoulder, joint replacement, and pediatric sports medicine.

Laurie Etherington is a health institution located at 1300 Bridge Barrier Road, Carolina Beach, North Carolina, United States. Specializing in physiotherapy, Carolina Beach Physical Therapy was founded by Laurie Etherington, PT, DPT, WCC, who has over 18 years of experience in various settings including acute care, orthopedics, pediatrics, geriatrics, sports and industrial medicine, and wound care. Dr. Etherington's areas of interest include working with athletes of all ages, particularly runners, surfers, and swimmers. She holds specialty certifications in dry needling, SFMA, and wound care. Dr. Etherington is also dedicated to clinical education and mentoring future therapists. The institution also includes Dr. Kaitlyn Carpenter, PT, and Dr. Tayler Turner, PT, who bring their own expertise to the team. Dr. Greg Musgnug, PT, is a part-time team member with a specialty certification in dry needling. The institution offers a variety of services and operates on specific days and times during the week.

Dr. Nathan Fleishman is a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist located at 1781 Tate Boulevard Southeast in Hickory, North Carolina. He is dedicated to providing exceptional care to his patients, specializing in treating a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions such as IBD, IBS, EoE, and more. Dr. Fleishman's approach to medicine is rooted in communication, dedication, and teamwork, ensuring that each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Fleishman is actively involved in research, with interests in proton pump inhibitor safety, histamine receptor antagonist safety, and biologic efficacy in IBD. He has received several awards for his contributions to the field of pediatric gastroenterology, demonstrating his commitment to excellence in patient care and research.

Dr. Larissa Truschel is a pediatric emergency medicine physician located at 2301 Erwin Road in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Truschel is dedicated to providing quality care for children and supporting their families during times of illness or injury. With a focus on health equity and child health advocacy, Dr. Truschel is actively involved in research and community organizations to address issues such as poverty and disparities in health outcomes. In addition to her medical work, Dr. Truschel enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, engaging in activities such as hiking, water sports, and beach days. Duke Health contracts with most major health insurance carriers and transplant networks, ensuring accessibility to Dr. Truschel's services for a wide range of patients.