Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics

04/23/2026

Great read from Dr. Wesley Owen!

An active lifestyle can lead to ailments, but there are methods to prevent (or at least reduce) them.

04/21/2026

🎉Congratulations to our PGY-4 residents on these outstanding fellowship matches! 👏

After graduation in June 2027, each surgeon will go on for an additional year of intensive training program in their sub-specialty of choice. They’ll learn, teach and grow with peers and veteran surgeons coast to coast.

We are proud of all of you!!

Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics

04/17/2026

Patient: Amanda
Care Team: Dr. Beebe and Marina Potts (physical therapist)

On April 16, 2024, I went from paramedic to trauma patient in seconds after a high-speed ambulance collision with an 18-wheeler hauling a tanker. During the crash, my right arm was trapped and severely injured, and I began losing blood rapidly.

Within minutes, a Texas State Trooper arrived, secured the scene, and applied a tourniquet that helped save my life. Soon after, a fire crew—my own brothers in EMS—worked through chaos, tearing apart the ambulance to reach equipment and stabilize me for air transport.

By the time I was flown out, my injuries were catastrophic: a flail chest, collapsed lungs, an open pelvic fracture, and extensive internal damage. I underwent multiple surgeries, including titanium plating in my pelvis and ribs, and spent nine days in a medically induced coma. There were many moments when survival was uncertain.

Recovery was a long and difficult road. I went from being active and athletic to spending three months in a wheelchair, followed by a walker and then a cane—unsure if I would ever run again.

Everything changed after we moved to the mid-south and I found Campbell Clinic. My physical therapist, Marina Potts, oversaw my entire rehabilitation program. She studied every injury in detail and adjusted my treatment plan daily based on how my body responded. Her expertise and scope of practice were exceptional. Using advanced technology and precise therapeutic techniques, she helped me relearn my body.

Together with Dr. Beebe, Marinna taught me how to properly use my diaphragm again and adapt to the titanium plates that now form part of my rib cage. She utilized advanced needling procedures to relieve pain caused by muscle overcompensation. Over time, I gained strength, mobility, and confidence.

Within months, I wasn’t just healing—I was thriving. I learned my new body, returned to running and exercise, and rediscovered the joy of daily life with significantly less pain.

Today, I’m not just recovering—I’m thriving. I’ve returned to running, exercise, and living life with significantly less pain.

This experience reinforced something we often say in EMS: behind every life saved is a chain of people who refuse to give up. I am alive today because of them, and I am forever grateful.

04/15/2026

Drs. Kelly and Sawyer spent a fabulous evening discussing pediatric orthopedic conditions/treatment and collaboration with local area pediatricians. Thank you to everyone who joined us.

04/15/2026

Congratulations to our orthopaedic surgery faculty and these incredible future UTHSC-Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics Fellows!

Fourth year residents apply for these selective sub- specialty fellowships. We will see them after they complete residency in 2027!

🎉👏

04/13/2026

Dr. Benjamin Sheffer recently returned from a traveling fellowship organized by the Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America. He traveled to Amsterdam, Belgium, and Spain to learn and share pediatric orthopedic techniques from his colleagues across the pond! The three week program culminated with the European Pediatric Orthopaedic Society’s annual meeting in Seville.

04/10/2026

Patient: Tim
Provider: Dr. Park (physiatrist)

I've had a lower back issue for approximately 6 years. It was made worse when we moved to South Carolina in 2023. I lifted too much weight carrying boxes and moving furniture and my back issue became worse. I decided to visit an orthopedic clinic in Greenville, SC to get some help. The nurse practitioner examined me and set up an MRI. A few weeks later I was asked to meet with a surgeon who suggested putting a titanium plate in my back. Surgery as a first option didn't appeal to me.

I decided to reach out to Dr. Ashley Park at Campbell Clinic in Memphis, since he had successfully treated a neck issue I had about 10 years ago. Over the phone Dr. Park asked about 8 or 10 questions about my back pain. The surgeon in Greenville didn't ask any questions, he simply looked at the MRI. Dr. Park asked if I'd be willing to come back to Memphis for treatment? I emphatically agreed and he set up a Thursday exam with Friday set aside for treatment.

After a thorough examination and more questions, Dr. Park came up with a treatment plan to address my pain. The following day he administered six spinal shots as a first and conservative approach to addressing my pain. He said I would notice a major difference within the next two weeks. I could tell a difference the following day!

My back pain is no longer excruciating. Most days it is hardly noticeable. My wife has remarked on how quickly I'm getting around and now standing straight and tall. I'm even playing golf again.

I'm very thankful to Dr. Park and the team at Campbell Clinic for taking the time to listen and not simply pushing me into a surgery.

04/09/2026

“Tommy John Surgery” is one of the most talked-about procedures in sports—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood.

In our latest podcast, sports medicine surgeon Dr. Austin Hardaway shares expert insight on UCL injuries and Tommy John surgery—from his training under renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews to treating today’s athletes.

Dr. Austin Hardaway breaks down what parents and young athletes actually need to know about UCL injuries, including:

⚾ What the UCL is—and why it matters
⚾ What really causes these injuries
⚾ Treatment options (and when surgery is not needed)
⚾ The difference between UCL repair vs. reconstruction
⚾ What recovery really looks like
⚾ How to help prevent injuries before they happen

He also addresses a growing concern in youth sports: the pressure athletes face—and why Tommy John surgery should never be viewed as a “preventative” solution.

https://www.campbellclinic.com/tommy-john-surgery-myths-facts-and-what-every-athlete-needs-to-know-with-dr-austin-hardaway/

04/07/2026

Sports Medicine specialist, Dr. Wes Owen recently sat down with Memphis Magazine to share insights on the most common sports injuries he treats - and how to prevent them. Grab the newest issue to read the full article.

04/02/2026

April is National Foot Health Awareness Month 👣
You put thousands of steps on your feet every single day…

But when’s the last time you took care of them?

From everyday pain and running injuries to complex issues such diabetic neuropathy, your feet carry you through life — and they deserve expert care.

Whether it’s heel pain, ankle instability, or a sports injury, Campbell Clinic’s foot & ankle experts are here to keep you moving comfortably and help you get back to doing what you love.

03/30/2026

Today, we celebrate the physicians who define orthopaedic excellence.
For more than a century, Campbell Clinic doctors have set the standard for innovation, education, and patient care—impacting lives across the Mid-South and beyond.
As a small token of our appreciation, each of our physicians received a gift today—just a simple way to say thank you for the extraordinary care, dedication, and leadership they bring every single day.
Happy National Doctors’ Day to the physicians who lead, heal, and inspire.