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Bone Infection Care

Bone infections can be difficult to diagnose and our serious conditions that require expert care. Our comprehensive team works together to diagnose and create a care plan that is right for you. 

Conditions We Treat

We treat a range of conditions, including:

Meet Your Care Team

Amir M. Abtahi
4.7

Amir M. AbtahiMD

  • Neurological Surgery,
  • Orthopaedic Surgery,
  • Orthopaedics,
  • Spine
Courtney E. Baker
4.8

Courtney E. BakerMD

  • Orthopaedics,
  • Pediatric Orthopaedics
Bethany Gallagher
4.6

Bethany GallagherMD

  • Orthopaedic Surgery,
  • Orthopaedics
Jennifer L. Halpern
4.9

Jennifer L. HalpernMD

  • Orthopaedic Surgery,
  • Orthopaedics,
  • Sarcoma
Adam B. Hicks
4.8

Adam B. HicksDPM

  • Orthopaedic Surgery,
  • Orthopaedics,
  • Podiatry
William T. Obremskey
4.8

William T. ObremskeyMD, MPH, MMHC

  • Orthopaedic Surgery,
  • Orthopaedics,
  • Trauma and Burn Surgery
Shaan S. Patel
4.9

Shaan S. PatelMD, BA

  • Hand Surgery,
  • Orthopaedic Surgery,
  • Sports Medicine
Daniel J. Stinner
4.8

Daniel J. StinnerMD

  • Orthopaedic Surgery,
  • Orthopaedics
Douglas R. Weikert
4.9

Douglas R. WeikertMD

  • Hand Surgery,
  • Orthopaedic Surgery,
  • Orthopaedics

Why Choose Bone Infection Care at Vanderbilt

  • first aid kit, cross, Specialized care
    Expert care

    Bone infections can be difficult to diagnose as symptoms develop slowly but infection spreads quickly. Finding care as soon as possible is critical. Our infectious disease and orthopaedic experts specialize in quickly diagnosing and treating bone infections.

  • conference, Team approach, people, staff, partners
    A team centered on your needs

    Vanderbilt Health brings together specialized providers, advanced technology and research in one connected system. If your care is part of a more complex health concern, we’ll work with experts in all areas related to your care to tailor a treatment plan just for you

  • goal, specialized, individualized, customized, Personalized care
    Personalized care

    We tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique needs and health goals. We help you navigate your treatment options to ensure you receive the best possible care.

Tests, Treatments and Services

We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:

  • Bone grafting
  • Limb salvage surgery
  • Imaging scans
  • Removal of infected bone
  • Bone aspirations or biopsies
  • Draining of infected area
  • Medication