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Southern Orthopaedic Specialists

Southern Orthopaedic Specialists

Southern Orthopaedic Specialists is an independent private practice providing comprehensive care of all orthopaedic conditions and injuries.

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  • Our Team
    • Timothy P. Finney, MD
    • Gregor J. Hoffman, MD
    • Michael J. McNulty, MD
    • Chad W. Millet, MD
    • Field Ogden, MD
    • Andrew G. Todd, MD
    • Claude S. Williams IV, MD
    • Jonathan Finney, MD
    • Scott A. Buhler, MD
    • Wesley A. Clark, MD
  • About Us
  • Locations
    • Uptown
    • Metairie
    • Slidell
  • Services
    • Specialties
    • Neck & Back
    • Shoulder & Elbow
    • Hand & Wrist
    • Hip & Thigh
    • Foot & Ankle
    • Knee & Leg
    • Sports Medicine
    • Physical Therapy
    • Pain Management
  • Patient Resources
    • Preparing for Your Appointment
    • Legal/Attorney Cases
    • Workers’ Compensation
    • Insurance & Billing
    • Medical Forms
    • Policies
    • Patient Testimonials
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Request an Appointment
    • Contact Us
    • Patient Portal
    • Patient Education

Dr. Scott A. Buhler

Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
Fellowship-Trained Sports Medicine Expert

Dr. Buhler specializes in sports medicine and joint replacement. He provides several orthopaedic procedures and services, including:

  • Sports medicine
  • Oxford partial knee replacement
  • Hip and Knee Replacement
  • Anterior approach hip replacement

Scott A. Buhler, MD

Dr. Scott A. Buhler is a fellowship-trained sports medicine specialist dedicated to helping patients return to the activities they love. He provides the highest level of medical care to people of all ages and activity levels, from high school sports and weekend warriors, to professional sports athletes. His focus is on personalized treatment plans that promote recovery, performance, and long-term health.

Education

  • Medical Degree: Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans

Training

  • Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston – Orthopedic Surgery
  • Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine Department of Orthopedic Surgery – Sports Medicine

Professional Affiliations

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
  • Louisiana Orthopaedic Association

Hospital Affiliations

  • East Jefferson General Hospital 
  • Crescent City Surgical Centre
  • Ochsner Baptist

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Uptown

2731 Napoleon Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115

Metairie

1615 Metairie Road, Metairie, LA 70005

Slidell – NOW OPEN

1810 Lindberg Drive, Suite 3300, Slidell, LA 70458

Phone: (504) 897-6351
Medical Fax: (504) 897-6442

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