Month: April 2024

Dr. Schaub to lead the Pediatric Hand and Microsurgery Center

We are thrilled to announce the addition of Dr. Timothy Schaub to the LuskinOIC team where he will lead the Pediatric Hand and Microsurgery Center. With an unwavering commitment to pediatric orthopedic surgery and a wealth of expertise in complex limb deformity, trauma, bone and soft tissue tumors, and cerebral palsy management, the award-winning pediatric reconstructive hand surgeon brings invaluable skills and compassion to our practice.

Welcome, Dr. Schaub: Elevating Orthopaedic Care at LuskinOIC

Dr. Schaub comes to LuskinOIC after practicing for several years in the Phoenix area, most recently working at Phoenix Children’s Hospital as Section Chief of the Hand, Microvascular and Complex Wound Program. During his time in Phoenix, he developed multiple programs, including a DeNovo plastic surgery division, as well as hand and microsurgery programs. Dr. Schaub graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency at the University of Michigan before attending UT Southwestern Medical Center for a plastic surgery residency followed by a hand and microsurgery fellowship. He recently received his Executive MBA for healthcare administration and management at Arizona State University.

With his impressive experience and approach to patient care, coupled with his proficiency in advanced surgical techniques, Dr. Schaub will be an incredible asset to our team and further elevate our ability to serve children and families in need of musculoskeletal care.

Empowering Southern California’s Disability Community

LuskinOIC is steadfast in its commitment to empowering impactful organizations serving the disability community throughout Southern California. Recently, LuskinOIC had the privilege of sponsoring the inaugural Long Beach Adaptive Sports Festival hosted by the Playmakers organization. Nearly 300 athletes with disabilities gathered at Long Beach City College to participate in over a dozen adaptive sports. In collaboration with Thrive Adaptive, 25 medical students from Southern California medical schools provided first aid support and gained valuable firsthand experience within the disability community by participating alongside the athletes. You can view the recap video here. LuskinOIC also proudly sponsored the Triumph Foundation Wheelchair Sports Festival in Santa Clarita, which brought together over 500 athletes across 30 sports for a weekend of inclusive fun. Further demonstrating its commitment, LuskinOIC sponsored the fifth annual Angel City Sports Gala, featuring NBA Hall of Fame member Pau Gasol as the keynote speaker.

Learn more of how LuskinOIC is bringing together beautiful communities of all different kinds of adaptive athletes.

The radiologic technologists at LuskinOIC specialize in operating diagnostic imaging examinations on their patients. As the demographic of their patients are young children, they ensure that the process is comfortable for them, explaining the procedures step-by-step, and assuring them that they are under the best care. Not only do the department members love what they do, they also love working together and functioning as an effective team.

At LuskinOIC, the radiology staff strives for excellence, perfection, and providing the utmost care for every child, including those in underserved communities.

The Radiology team has previously received an Outstanding Clinical Site Award in Medical Imaging from the Charles R. Drew University College of Science and Health. LuskinOIC is so lucky to have such an incredible Radiology team!

Check out our Instagram featuring the Radiology team here!

Brithney has been a patient with LuskinOIC for 10 years. When she was 8 years old, she met Dr. Bernthal for a cyst removal. In 2014, a year later, her cyst had grown significantly and she had her first cyst removal surgery a few weeks later. The second surgery happened due to a fractured bone, and she needed a hip brace and walker for a year. After Brithney’s pain resurfaced, Dr. Bernthal’s team suggested that she needed chemotherapy, which she received weekly, then monthly, then every three months, and then every six months, as she was improving. However, during her senior year of high school, her pain had returned. After returning to visit Dr. Bernthal again, he found another tumor, so they proceeded with another surgery in 2021.

Half a year ago, Brithney took the opportunity to volunteer for LuskinOIC, is currently pursuing a degree in biology, and wants to become an orthopedic surgeon. She now dances at school, participates in taekwondo, and is learning four languages. It is inspiring to see how Brithney has overcome all the physical challenges she has faced in her life, and now aspires to help others in the future.

Check out our Instagram featuring Brithney’s story here!

Alex’s Story

Water polo is Alex’s stadium to persevere and thrive. Alex had to stop playing his favorite sport due to an unexpected scoliosis diagnosis, but after LuskinOIC CEO Dr. Scaduto operated on Alex and treated his disorder, he was able to get back into the water to compete again.

In the fall of 2024, Alex will be playing water polo at UCLA as a first year. Because of the treatment he received at LuskinOIC, Alex is not only able to play water polo again, but he’s also able to enjoy surfing on the weekends with his dad and friends, helping him remain active and close to those most important to him.

LuskinOIC is committed to delivering timely musculoskeletal care to every child who needs it. Your generous recurring gift makes us your stadium to champion all children in need of healing.

Aria’s Story

Archery is Aria’s stadium to persevere and thrive. Aria was gifted a bow and arrow at an early age and her abilities quickly became clear, but soon her skills outgrew her equipment. As her family couldn’t keep up with the costs to upgrade Aria’s gear, they were grateful to use borrowed equipment. Some of the equipment was a bit heavier than she was ready for, resulting in serious injuries to both shoulders.

Aria’s injuries showed up at an awful time. She was about to shoot in the World Youth Team Trials, vying for a spot on the team to compete in Ireland, when the pain in her shoulders became too much. Aria had to lower her draw weight to beginner levels, and her entire season was a loss as she shifted her focus to rehabilitation and strength training.

Aria visited the outstanding rehab center at LuskinOIC where she began physical therapy and athletic training with her sports medicine doctor, Dr. Goldman. Under the treatment of a dedicated team of therapists led by Christine Caron, Aria was given the tools she needed to heal and prevent future injuries. Since her treatment at LuskinOIC, Aria has gotten stronger and now trains in a more purposeful, mature way. Aria has even found the strength to help earn money to pay for the costs of becoming a competitor by walking dogs, which brings her a lot of joy.

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