OlyOrtho Welcomes Dr. Brendan Masini to Help Keep Local Athletes Competitive

Olympia, WALocal News

OlyOrtho has announced the arrival of Dr. Brendan Masini, an expert in minimally-invasive sports medicine, who will begin treating patients in early 2025. His focus will be on complex injuries to the shoulder, knee, and hip, offering solutions that enable athletes and active individuals to maintain their competitive lifestyles. Dr. Masini's extensive background as an Army orthopaedic surgeon has provided him with valuable experience in treating high-performance athletes, including those in the Army World Class Athlete Program and various collegiate sports programs.

He emphasizes the importance of personalized care plans and patient education in his practice. Dr. Masini has praised OlyOrtho's commitment to patient care and professionalism, stating that he feels fortunate to join such a dedicated team. His approach includes community outreach, which he believes will enhance the clinic's capabilities in treating local athletes. He is particularly interested in expanding the practice's offerings for hip injuries, including labrum treatments.

Dr. Masini's aim is to ensure that the South Sound community remains active and healthy, free from the limitations of pain and injury.

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