Orthopedic Surgery - Artesia General Hospital
Sports Medicine • Artesia, NM
About
Orthopedic Services at Artesia General Hospital - What it is: A nonprofit regional healthcare provider with an orthopedic department offering evaluation and treatment for musculoskeletal conditions. - Location: Artesia General Hospital, 702 N 13th St, Artesia, NM 88210; also serves patients at the hospital’s other facilities in Carlsbad and Roswell, NM. - Services likely offered: Orthopedic consultation, diagnostics, non-surgical management, and surgical care as part of the hospital’s orthopedic program (Spanish-speaking ortho team available). - Context: Part of Artesia General Hospital’s broader services which include ER, primary care, walk-in clinic, behavioral health, and more; facility is DNV-accredited. - Additional notes: The hospital emphasizes patient understanding of treatment steps, including language support in Spanish for orthopedic care.
Clinic Type
Sports Medicine
Address
Artesia General Hospital, Artesia, NM
Phone
575-555-0123
foundation@artesiageneral.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
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Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
What conditions are treated by the Orthopedic team?
Degenerative Arthritis; Infections and Tumors of the Skeletal System; Musculoskeletal Trauma (Fractures, Dislocations, Sprains, and Ligament Tears); Arthritis of the hip, knee, or shoulder; Stroke Contractures; Joint pain and stiffness; Ligament or tendon injuries; Rotator-cuff tears or injuries; Carpal tunnel syndrome and hand injuries; Foot and ankle problems; Pediatric Orthopedics.
Do I need a referral?
Some insurance plans require one. Our team can help you confirm your coverage and outline the next steps.
How long is recovery?
It depends on your procedure and healing rate. Minor arthroscopies may need weeks; major joint replacements require structured rehabilitation.
Where is surgery performed?
All orthopedic procedures are done at Artesia General Hospital, so you can recover close to home.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Vitals, WebMD, Healthgrades: 2.5 - 4.1 (varies by provider) (Limited public review volume for hospital-wide ratings)
Patients praise
- High patient satisfaction with orthopedic care, specifically regarding knee and hip joint replacement surgeries
- Positive experiences with Mako robotic-assisted surgery technology
- Staff described as friendly, helpful, and treating patients like family
- Clean facility and effective post-surgical care teams (nurses, PT/OT)
Common complaints
- Occasional dissatisfaction noted regarding wait times or ER experiences (not specific to orthopedic surgery)
"Everything from start to finish was great the facility was clean the staff was very friendly and helpful. And Dr Nesterenko was great!"
— Healthgrades review for Artesia General Hospital"Everyone in the hospital treated me like family. The nurses, physical therapists and occupational therapists, were all there to help me and teach me."
— Testimonial for Bone & Joint Center at Artesia General Hospital"The Mako has completely transformed how we approach joint replacement surgery. Its precision allows me to tailor each procedure to the individual patient’s anatomy, resulting in faster recovery times, reduced pain, and improved outcomes."
— Dr. Marshall Baca, Orthopedic Surgeon at AGHSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Amy Wishard | Artesia General Hospital — Nov 3, 2025
- Family Medicine Residency in Artesia, NM | AGH & TTUHSC — Jun 29, 2026
- MRI in Artesia | Artesia General Hospital — Oct 30, 2025
- Elizabeth G. Munoz, PA - Physician Assistant in Artesia, NM — May 14, 2026
- Victoria Hays | Artesia General Hospital — Oct 30, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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