Kentucky Orthopaedics & Spine

10/31/2025

Clark Regional Medical Center Becomes One of the First Hospitals in the Nation to Perform Surgery with Newly Released Mako SmartRobotics™ for Spine

“With Mako Spine, I can use a 3D CT scan to develop a personalized surgical plan before entering the operating room,” said Dr. James Rice, orthopedic spine surgeon at Clark Regional Medical Center.

Read the full news story here: https://www.clarkregional.org/news/clark-regional-medical-center-becomes-one-of-the-first-hospitals-in-the-nation-to-perform-surgery-with-newly-released-mako-smartrobotics-for-spine

10/29/2025

Meet Nick Music, PA-C, a valued member of our Kentucky Orthopaedics & Spine care team! A graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Nick is board-certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is passionate about providing exceptional, patient-centered orthopedic care. Known for his approachable nature and dedication to helping patients feel at ease, Nick works closely with our physicians to ensure each treatment plan supports lasting comfort, mobility, and confidence in movement. 💙 Whether you’re recovering from an injury or managing chronic joint pain, you can count on Nick and our KOS team for expert, compassionate care, close to home.

10/27/2025

After enduring a month of unbearable pain from an L5-S1 herniated disc, Dr. Rice guided Taylor through conservative treatments first. When surgery became the best option, he performed a discectomy that provided instant pain relief. “It truly gave me my life back! I’m so thankful for him and the care I received. I’m so proud to work with such a dedicated team.” 💙Stories like Taylor’s remind us why we do what we do: helping patients find relief, restore movement, and get back to living fully.

10/24/2025

Meet Michael Bradley, PA-C, one of our trusted providers! With extensive experience in treating knee injuries, arthritis, bursitis, and a wide range of orthopaedic conditions, Michael is dedicated to helping patients regain strength, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love most. Known for his compassionate approach and attention to detail, Michael ensures every patient feels heard, supported, and confident in their care plan. 💙 If joint pain or injury has been holding you back, schedule an appointment with Michael and our KOS team today.

10/22/2025

Meet Kurt Schlenther, PA-C, a dedicated member of our care team here at Kentucky Orthopaedics & Spine! Kurt brings extensive experience in treating arthritis, spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and rotator cuff injuries, helping patients restore mobility and return to pain-free living. Known for his compassionate care and thorough approach, Kurt takes time to understand each patient’s unique needs; because at KOS, your comfort and recovery always come first.💙 Whether you’re managing joint pain or recovering from injury, you can count on Kurt and our team to provide expert, personalized care close to home.

10/20/2025

Today is World Osteoporosis Day 🦴: a reminder of how important bone and joint health are for staying active. When pain from arthritis or osteoporosis limits movement, we offer multiple conservative and non-surgical options to avoid joint replacement as long as possible! Our providers perform top of the line care and procedures to keep you moving at your best! Call us today at 859737-5333 or text our staff-run texting service at 859-712-8335 to schedule an evaluation in Winchester, Richmond, Georgetown, Paris, or Versailles!

10/20/2025

Our appointment reminder service is still down! Please call the office or text our text service to confirm appointment dates or times!
Call 859-737-5333 or TEXT 859-712-8335!

10/16/2025

In honor of World Spine Day 🌀, we’re recognizing Dr. James Rice!
Dr. Rice and his team are dedicated to helping patients find relief through conservative, minimally invasive, and advanced treatment options that restore mobility and provide maximum relief.
This week Dr. Rice was awarded a Citation of Appreciation by KY State Representative Ryan Dotson for his outstanding work with the MAKO Robot right here in Winchester, KY, at Clark Regional Medical Center! We are proud to support Dr. Rice in becoming the first surgeon in the country to utilize this technology and are excited to bring it to our patients and communities.

10/16/2025

10/15/2025

From weekend warriors to athletes, Dr. Jorge Benito is passionate about helping patients recover from sports injuries and return to the activities they love.
Now accepting patients in Georgetown, Richmond, and Versailles.

10/12/2025

It’s World Arthritis Day 💙 Stiff joints don’t have to slow you down. Our providers take a conservative approach to arthritis care, helping patients move with less pain and greater ease. Serving Richmond, Georgetown, Paris, Winchester, and Versailles.

10/10/2025

Meet Brandon Embry, PA-C, one of the skilled and compassionate providers on our orthopaedic care team here at Kentucky Orthopaedics & Spine. Brandon works alongside our physicians to deliver expert care for patients dealing with joint, muscle, and spine concerns, helping each person get back to what they love most. From diagnosis to recovery, Brandon takes pride in listening to patients’ goals and creating care plans that truly fit their lives.