Author: Giuseppe

August is a wonderful month here in Michigan, and it has long served as a “buffer” between the summer and the beginning of the school year for my own family. But, with each passing year, August seems to get shorter, and shorter, and shorter… Ah yes – believe it or not – summer is truly…

Dr. Richard L. Arden is a Facial Plastic Surgeon and Otolaryngologist who performs outpatient procedures at UnaSource Surgery Center in Oakland County. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and facial reconstructive surgery. Highly experienced in microvascular surgery and minimally invasive robotic surgery, his clinical interests include rhinoplasty, skin cancer surgery, and…

July is the month dedicated to cleft and craniofacial awareness and the prevention of these conditions. The AmeriFace and Cleft Advocate knew the significance of these conditions and wanted to make a change in the United States. Cleft and craniofacial diagnoses affect physical appearance, as well as important functions such as eating, hearing, and eyesight….

Dr. Christopher Stroud is an orthopedic surgeon who performs outpatient procedures at UnaSource Surgery Center in Oakland County. His clinical interests include foot and ankle surgery, arthritis surgery, deformity correction, sports related injuries, cartilage repair techniques, arthroscopy, and minimally invasive bunion correction. His practice at Southeast Michigan Center for Orthopedics specializes in general orthopedics, sports…

UnaSource Surgery Center was proud to welcome the International Traveling Fellows this past June! We were honored to have the unique opportunity to connect with these four Sports Medicine orthopedic surgeons from the other side of the world. To be included as a stop on their scholarly tour was an honor and a compliment for…

Dr. Ira Zaltz, a leading surgeon at UnaSource Surgery Center in Troy, Michigan, leaves a positive impact on patients near and far. In 2018, he was one of four MOS physicians to participate in an annual mission trip to Buga, Colombia. The team performed more than 60 surgeries on 34 children on their trip, treating…

In recognition of National Scoliosis Awareness Month, we want to do our part in raising awareness of scoliosis and related spinal conditions. Living with spinal conditions can be challenging, and it can be overwhelming to learn that you need spine surgery. Our outstanding medical staff at UnaSource is committed to ensuring that you are in…

Dr. Tad Sprunger is a podiatric surgeon who performs outpatient procedures at the UnaSource Surgery Center in Oakland County. He is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and he specializes in foot and ankle sports medicine, reconstructive surgery, and revision surgery. He has many other clinical interests, including wound management…

For many of the competitive swimmers that I treat in my office, summer is just another season to train and compete in what often amounts to a year-round sport. For the rest of us Michiganders, Memorial Day Weekend serves as a sort of “opening day” for the Michigan water sports season. Let’s face it –…

If your physician has recommended labral tear shoulder surgery, you probably have many questions. … “Do I really need shoulder surgery for this, or will it go away on its own? How long will it take me to recover? Will I need physical therapy afterward?” Every body is different, so you should speak with your…