Event Details

This special three-part lecture series features sessions by Lompoc Health’s fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Richard Rooney. 

Discover the latest insights on common orthopedic conditions and the advanced treatment options available. Whether you attend one session or all, you'll gain valuable knowledge to help you better understand and manage joint pain, back issues, shoulder discomfort and more. 

Sept. 17 

Arthritis, Injections and Joint Replacements 

Dr. Rooney will help you understand joint pain and what treatment options are available. 

He’ll discuss: 

• Causes and Types of Arthritis
• Treatments such as medication, physical therapy, lifestyle changes
• Corticosteroid and hyaluronic acid injections
• Joint replacement surgery for hips, knees and beyond
• Advances in minimally invasive surgery and injections

Oct. 15 

Back and Neck Pain – Exploring Treatment Options 

• Common causes: disc degeneration, herniation, stenosis, muscle strain
• Non-Surgical care: physical therapy, injections
• When to consider spine surgery and what it involves
• Lifestyle changes for long-term spine health

Nov. 19: 

Shoulder Problems – From Therapy to Surgery 

• Common issues – rotator cuff tears, impingement, frozen shoulder, arthritis
• Diagnosing shoulder pain – exams and imaging
• Physical therapy – what to expect and how it will help
• Cortisone shots – benefits and limitations
• Surgery – when it is needed and options available