Quality.
Compassion.
Individual Care.
Nevada Orthopedics was founded in 2009 by Dr Paul Shonnard with the vision of offering exceptional orthopedic care with compassion, dignity and the human approach that each and every patient needs and deserves.
Here at Nevada Orthopedics we are dedicated to providing the highest quality, most comprehensive and professional treatment that results in the most successful outcome for our patients and their lifestyles. Our objective is to provide our patients with a functional and mobile lifestyle that they can rely on throughout their lives and assist them with support and assistance throughout their treatment and recovery. Our goal is to have our patients choose Nevada Orthopedics because we provide exceptional care with a human touch.
Meet Dr. Shonnard
Dr. Shonnard received his medical degree from University of Nevada School of Medicine and did his residency at the University of New Mexico Hospital. He has also completed an Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He has been practicing in Reno since 1996.
He is a Nevada native and enjoys skiing, hunting and athletics. He is actively involved in skiing and ski racing programs, in addition to many other outdoor activities. Dr. Shonnard is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is licensed by the State of Nevada.
Scroll Through Our Specialties
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Hips
The minimally invasive posterior approach requires a smaller incision and exposes less soft tissue. This approach achieves the lowest rate of complications while maintaining the fastest recovery. In this approach muscle fibers are separated, so the nerve path is not disturbed, and the muscle is not injured. This also makes visualization of the femur much easier, which involves less risk of femoral fracture or poor implant positioning. This procedure is done out patient and immediately allows for ambulation and weightbearing.
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Knee
Dr Shonnard has been performing minimally invasive knee replacement for twenty years as well. The minimally invasive approach differs from traditional in that the incision is smaller and there is less cutting of the tendons and ligaments. This procedure is also done as an outpatient status procedure. Our patients are up and walking the same day allowing them to bear weight immediately.
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Shoulder
Although shoulder replacement is less common than knee or hip replacement, it is just as successful in relieving joint pain. Here at Nevada orthopedics, we use a specialized prothesis that helps all ages get back to their active lifestyle. Each prosthesis is tailored to each individual patient.
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Joint Replacement and Osteoarthritis
Dr Shonnard is a regional expert in joint replacement surgery which he has been doing for just over thirty years and performs hundreds a year. He uses a Minimally Invasive approach for both the hip and knee replacement procedure. This approach combined with advanced pain management techniques has produced an accelerated rate in patient recovery. This results in a shorter hospital length of stay, minimal blood loss, and better patient outcomes. These are predominantly outpatient procedures.
See Why Nevada Loves Us
At Nevada Orthopedics, we understand that your story is unique and deserves to be told with care and attention. That's why we are dedicated to providing exceptional orthopedic services that cater to your individual needs. We believe that successful orthopedic care goes beyond just treating injuries; it's about understanding your goals and helping you get back to doing what you love.
“Dr. Shonnard is the man. Did my right shoulder now we are doing my left shoulder. Glad it will be done and handled by Dr. Shonnard.”
Talk with us today and see if we’re right for you.
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