What to Do in a
Medical Emergency
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately or go to the nearest emergency room.
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For urgent orthopedic injuries or concerns that occur after hours, OrthoLA is here for you. Our physicians proudly provide 24/7 orthopedic call coverage at Thibodaux Regional Health System, ensuring that you have access to expert orthopedic care when you need it most.
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If you visit the Emergency Department at Thibodaux Regional, simply let the staff know that you are an OrthoLA patient—or would like to be seen by an OrthoLA physician—and the on-call orthopedic surgeon from our team will be contacted to assist with your care.
When to Go to the Emergency Room
Please call 911 or visit the emergency room immediately if you experience:
Severe injury or trauma (car accident, high fall, major impact)
Open fractures (bone breaking through the skin)
Loss of consciousness
Sudden weakness, numbness, or difficulty speaking
Signs of infection after surgery (fever, swelling, pus, or severe pain)
Chest pain, shortness of breath, or any symptoms that could be heart- or stroke-related
When to Contact OrthoLA
For urgent orthopedic issues that are not life-threatening, our team is here to help. Call your nearest OrthoLA location if you experience:
Sprains, strains, or joint injuries
Minor fractures or suspected fractures
Sports injuries
Sudden joint pain or swelling
Concerns after recent orthopedic surgery
We’ll help determine the best next step for your care. Same-day or next-day appointments may be available.
After-Hours and Weekend Care
If you experience an orthopedic issue outside of regular business hours that is not life-threatening, you can reach OrthoLA’s after-hours answering service by calling 985-625-2200.
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Our answering service will relay your message to the on-call orthopedic physician, who will return your call as soon as possible to provide guidance on the next steps for your care.
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Please note that messages left after hours are reviewed for urgent orthopedic needs. For non-urgent matters such as appointment scheduling, medication refills, or paperwork requests, please contact our office during normal business hours.
