Rockhill Orthopaedic Specialists

01/12/2026

Another five-star review for Dr. Wesley Frevert, and we couldn’t agree more ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ . If you’ve been treated by Dr. Frevert, you know how much these words mean.

01/09/2026

Steven is a 53-year-old athlete whose joint pain interfered with his daily life. After years of managing his pain through non-surgical options, he and Dr. Wesley Frevert decided that a total joint replacement was the best option for long-term relief.

“A lot of people think they’re too young or old for joint replacement,” said Dr. Frevert. “But when joint pain starts to interfere with your daily life and you have exhausted conservative treatment, it’s time to think about your options. Joint replacement can improve your quality of life, regardless of age.”

The knee replacement made Steven pain-free for years until his shoulders started bothering him, and then his hips. He was eventually diagnosed with a condition that caused his joints to degenerate. To date, he has had one knee, both shoulders, and both hips replaced, and he entrusted Dr. Frevert at Rockhill Orthopaedic Specialists for all of them.

“After everything I’ve been through with Rockhill—knees, shoulders, hips—I wouldn’t go anywhere else,” Steven says. “Dr. Frevert gave me my life back.”

Read Steven's story: https://heyor.ca/TgGZSa.

01/07/2026

Joint replacements are not just for people of a certain age—adults of all ages can find pain relief at Rockhill.

Knee or hip joint pain relief doesn't have to wait. The total joint experts at Rockhill Orthopaedic Specialists provide comprehensive evaluations and treatment plans for patients with permanent and progressive joint damage due to osteoarthritis, trauma, or other joint disorders. If joint pain is holding you back, don’t wait.

Schedule an appointment with one of our specialists to see how we can help you move freely again. Learn more: https://heyor.ca/sJD8Cz

12/30/2025

Dr. Mitchell Solano can give you a hand with your orthopedic care—in fact, hands and upper extremities are his specialty. ✋ 🤚

Dr. Solano was raised in Lee’s Summit. He and his wife met in high school at Lee’s Summit West and are now raising their three children in their hometown. Caring for the hardworking families, neighbors, and workers who make this town special means everything to him.

Dr. Solano completed a fellowship on hands and upper extremities that taught him to appreciate just how essential hand function is to everyday life. Whether someone relies on their hands to work, cook, hold a child, or simply enjoy the hobbies they love, upper extremities are essential.

“I was drawn to hand surgery for the intricate anatomy of the hand and the precise technical skills it required,” said Dr. Solano. “It offers an incredible variety of cases, ranging from simple to highly complex, all of which can be completed in the same day.”

When patients sit across from him, Dr. Solano wants them to feel fully heard. He believes deeply in shared decision-making, taking time to understand how an injury impacts someone’s goals, routines, and responsibilities. From conservative therapies to surgical options, he works side-by-side with each patient to create a plan that aligns with what matters most to them.

"I hope patients feel heard, supported, and confident in the plan we create together," he said.

For Dr. Solano, caring for his hometown isn’t just a career—it’s a privilege. Every patient he helps and every function he restores feels like one more way to give back to the community that raised him.

12/17/2025

If you check any of these boxes, it's time to consider a joint replacement:

☑️ Your joints always hurt.
☑️ Bending and moving joints is difficult.
☑️ Over-the-counter pain medicine doesn't help.
☑️ Joint pain affects your daily life.

The total joint replacement experts at Rockhill Orthopaedic Specialists, like Dr. Chase Hobbs, provide comprehensive evaluations and treatment plans for patients with permanent and progressive damage to knees, hips, or shoulders.

Don't wait to live pain-free—find a fellowship-trained and board-certified Rockhill joint expert now: https://heyor.ca/sJD8Cz.

12/16/2025

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has a torn ACL in his left knee, confirmed by an MRI. Dr. Wesley Frevert, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine, joined KCTV5 News Kansas City to discuss ACL recovery. He noted that while many players return the following season, the exact timeline depends on the full injury evaluation and treatment plan, and can’t be nailed down just yet.

Watch the segment now: https://heyor.ca/mFPEQJ

Frevert said Mahomes will face a challenging recovery process that includes surgery and extensive rehabilitation.

12/10/2025

Dr. Jay Rapley’s patients say it best ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ . We’re lucky to have him on the Rockhill team. If you’ve worked with Dr. Rapley, you already know why this review hits home.

10/31/2025

Lions and scarecrows and tin men, oh my! 🌪️ 🎃

We are "obsessulated" with everyone's costumes for our Wizard of Oz/Wicked theme! There's no place like Rockhill Orthopaedic Specialists on Halloween.

10/28/2025

Pink was the color of the day at Rockhill Orthopaedic Specialists! We’re proud to wear pink in honor of , showing our support and commitment to fighting this disease together. 🩷

10/21/2025

What an inspiring day at the Lee's Summit Race for the Future 5K! Rockhill Orthopaedic Specialists was proud to sponsor this wonderful event supporting our local schools. We want to send a huge thank-you to everyone who joined us—your support helps build a brighter future for the Lee's Summit R-7 School District! 🏃 📘 🍎

09/15/2025

Dr. Megan Mayer feels right at home at Rockhill Orthopaedic Specialists, having grown up in Lee’s Summit. An athlete herself, she tore her ACL in high school playing basketball and was a patient here at Rockhill. Dr. Gerald Dugan, an orthopedic surgeon, repaired her ACL, and that experience inspired her to become an orthopedic specialist like him so she could help others.

“Athletics has always been important to me, and it really helps me relate to my patients and give them the confidence that I will do my best to return them to their active lifestyle,” said Dr. Mayer.

Dr. Mayer is a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a focus in sports medicine and expertise in hip and knee arthroscopic procedures. She uses the latest treatment techniques to relieve pain, restore mobility, and help patients return to their active lifestyles. The challenge of solving complex problems excites her.

“My experiences allow me to understand their feelings and guide them through their treatment process. Recovery takes time, and knowing what to expect goes a long way to promote success.”

Working in her hometown keeps Dr. Mayer close to her family and friends. Some patients even know her outside of medicine, which helps them connect even further.

Thanks for all you do for our patients and our community, Dr. Mayer!

09/09/2025

Dr. Megan Mayer recently kicked off yoga at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts by speaking about how yoga can benefit people at every stage of life.

Yoga is more than just a workout—it promotes flexibility, stability, and mental wellness while helping build a strong core that supports balance and protects joints. Because it’s a low-impact activity, yoga can be an important tool in recovery from pain or injury, and even some of Dr. Mayer’s surgical patients use it as part of their healing process. For those with conditions like arthritis, yoga offers a way to stay active without the strain of high-impact exercise.

No matter your age or ability, the goal is simple: keep moving to support both your body and your mind for lifelong health.