What are the opening hours?

Monday 8am - 5pm Tuesday 8am - 5pm Wednesday 8am - 5pm Thursday 8am - 5pm Friday 8am - 5pm

Orthopedic Partners

Home
United States
North Franklin, CT
Orthopedic Partners

A Partnership of Board Certified & Fellowship Trained Physicians committed to delivering quality care

Orthopedic Partners is the largest full-service orthopedic group in southeastern Connecticut. Our specialists cover all areas of bone and joint medicine. Many of our physicians have fellowships with specific, advanced training in speciality areas. We provide Specialists in Spine, Sports Medicine, Joint Replacement, Foot/Ankle, Hand and Physiatry (pain management). We provide a full range of orthopedic care including: Worker's compensation, sports medicine, physical therapy, pain management, Fluoroscopic injections, EMGS and PRP injections. Orthopedic Partners physicians are involved in a number of studies and utilize new technology to improve patient care and outcomes. We realize that medicine is not just science and technology, but also caring for people, one at a time, with respect and dignity. Give us a call - We're Here When You Need Us! 860-889-7345

02/27/2026

Living longer - and living well - is a deliberate choice.

Join Kate Thoms, founder of Hathaletics and certified yoga instructor specializing in mobility and longevity, for a Pre-Operative & Surgical Recovery Workshop with our very own Dr. Justin Thoms.

This session will walk participants through:
• Practical mobility work to prepare joints before surgery
• Breathwork techniques to manage pre-surgical anxiety
• Safe movement and positioning strategies after surgery
• How to support circulation, stability, and confidence during recovery

📆 March 7th
🕝 2:30 – 4:00 PM
📍 Niantic Yoga

Please Share & Register today: https://www.orthopartners.com/r-justin-thoms-md/

02/25/2026

Snow doesn’t mean stop moving.

Winter is still a great time to stay active, whether that’s walking, snowshoeing, sledding, skiing, or simply getting outside with family.

A few safety reminders to help prevent injury:

✔️ Warm up indoors before heading out
✔️ Wear proper footwear with traction
✔️ Layer clothing to stay warm without overheating
✔️ Use trekking poles for balance on uneven terrain
✔️ Start slow (cold muscles fatigue more quickly)
✔️ Stay hydrated (especially in cold weather)
✔️ Be mindful of icy surfaces (Take shorter steps on snow or ice)

Staying active year-round supports joint health, balance, strength, and overall wellness.

Move safely. Move consistently. Move all winter.

02/24/2026

If hip or knee pain has been limiting your mobility, sleep, or daily activities, this is an opportunity to learn about today’s latest treatment options, including robotic-assisted technology.

📍 East Lyme Senior Center
🗓 Thursday | 02.26.2026
🕒 3:00–4:00 PM

Registrations will be accepted up to the event. Call the Senior Center at (860) 739-5859 to reserve your seat.

Education is the first step toward confident decisions.

02/17/2026

Not ready for joint replacement but tired of living with arthritis pain?

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy uses concentrated growth factors from your own blood to support tissue repair inside the joint.

In our latest YouTube video, Dr. Gauthier walks through a real-time ultrasound-guided PRP injection for severe arthritis.

It’s not an overnight fix, but for some patients, it’s a meaningful next step.

Full video on YouTube.

02/10/2026

If you’ve been putting off spine care because surgery sounds intimidating, it may help to know how much things have changed.

As spine surgeon Dr Wagner explains, today’s spine procedures often use robotic assistance and high-resolution imaging to improve accuracy and reduce unnecessary tissue disruption.

For many patients, this can support a more efficient, faster healing process.

02/03/2026

It’s often the small moments - a thoughtful explanation, an unrushed visit, a provider who actually listens - that leave the biggest impression.

We’re proud to have clinicians like Lisa Shea, PA-C, who show up with skill, clarity, and care at every visit.

Thank you for sharing your experience, Netty 🙏

01/29/2026

It’s arts and crafts (and cookie time) in the rehab department 🖐️

Our latest YouTube video shows the full process of custom thumb bracing, from remodeling and fitting to the hands-on craftsmanship that makes occupational therapy so unique.

Watch Leigh walk through how a brace is made to support an active patient — and why personalized care matters.

🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WYsO9cqoP1o

01/22/2026

Flat feet aren’t just a problem for runners. If you have a weak arch, you can feel it during long days on your feet, walks, workouts, or even just standing still.

Strengthening your anterior and posterior tibialis, as well as your flexor digitorum longus, helps support the arch, improve foot control, and reduce unnecessary strain as you move.

Here are 5 simple exercises you can do from your living room - or wherever you are - to start building foot strength:

• Heel raises (slow up, slow down) to strengthen the posterior tibialis
• Heel walking to activate the anterior tibialis
• Toe swaps (lift the big toe while keeping the other toes down, then switch) to improve foot control and arch activation
• Single-leg balance to build foot, ankle, and lower-leg stability
• Towel scrunches or marble pick-ups to strengthen the small intrinsic muscles that support the arch

Pick one to try today and save this post to come back for another tomorrow.

01/15/2026

Travel can be tough on your joints, but movement is one of the most effective tools we have to stay well.⁠
⁠
One of our leading joint replacement surgeons, Dr. Justin Thoms, is joining his wife, Kate, for a special workshop at Niantic Yoga focused on maintaining mobility while traveling.⁠
⁠
From long flights to busy schedules, joint stiffness and discomfort are common, especially before or after joint replacement. This workshop blends yoga, mobility work, and practical strategies you can use anywhere to support joint health and movement confidence.⁠
⁠
Whether you’re planning a winter getaway or spending long hours at a desk, this session offers tools you can carry with you - and a chance to work directly with two experienced movement professionals.⁠
⁠
This workshop is appropriate for all levels.

Save the date, and share with someone who could use a little more ease in their movement.⁠
⁠

01/08/2026

When it comes to foot and ankle care, understanding who you’re seeing matters.

Foot and ankle pain doesn’t exist in isolation. Foot pain can affect your knees, hips, and how you move every day.

Orthopedic foot & ankle surgeons are trained as physicians and surgeons first, then specialize, allowing them to treat the foot and ankle as part of the entire movement system.

That perspective helps guide both surgical and non-surgical care with long-term outcomes in mind.

Dr. Vafek is one of two foot and ankle surgeons at Orthopedic Partners, offering care rooted in experience, precision, and a full-body approach.

01/07/2026

One of 2025’s bright spots for our clinic was welcoming Tiara Bianco, PA-C, to the Orthopedic Partners care team.

As well as assisting during surgery, Tiara works closely with our surgeons in the hospital, helping care for patients before and after orthopedic surgery - answering questions, managing recovery, and supporting patients through some of their most important healing moments.

Her bright energy and attention to detail make a real difference for patients and families.

We’re grateful to have you on our team, Tiara!

12/31/2025

Starting the New Year on the right foot doesn’t mean doing more. It means doing what supports your long-term health.

Small steps, consistent care, and a clear plan can go a long way toward feeling better and moving with confidence in the year ahead.

We’re grateful for our patients, our team, and our community - and proud to support every step forward.

Address

82 New Park Avenue
North Franklin, CT
06254

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18608897345

Website

http://www.orthopartners.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Orthopedic Partners posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Want your practice to be the top-listed Clinic in North Franklin?