The smarter way to treat orthopedic injuries

When an unexpected injury happens—a rolled ankle on the driveway, a hard fall on the ice, or a wrenching shoulder twist during weekend projects—most people think “ER.” But for non‑life‑threatening orthopedic injuries, there’s a better first stop: University Hospitals ortho injury clinics, a growing network of nine adult walk‑in locations across Northeast Ohio (no appointment required). These clinics are designed to get you in front of the right specialists fast, so you leave with answers—not more questions.

Immediate Access to Specialists

At UH Ortho Injury Clinics, you can walk in for same‑day evaluation and treatment of common injuries like broken bones, sprains, strains, dislocations, joint injuries, tendon issues and sports‑related pain. Rather than waiting in an ER or seeing a generalist first, patients are evaluated by trained orthopedic specialists from the start.

Sideline‑Level Standard of Care

For Dr. James E. Voos, chair of the department of orthopedic surgery at UH and head team physician for the Cleveland Browns—the goal is simple: deliver the same caliber of orthopedic care to families across Northeast Ohio that professional athletes receive on game day. UH’s ortho injury clinics were developed with that mindset, offering quick access to specialists and evidence-based treatment for injuries of all kinds.

“On Sundays with the Browns, our job is to deliver precise, immediate orthopedic care on the sidelines. UH ortho injury clinics extend that same urgency and expertise to your neighborhood—so kids, parents and athletes of any level can get back to what they love,”says Dr. Voos. 

Smarter Than the ER 

Emergency rooms are critical for life‑threatening situations. But for injuries like sprains, strains, and suspected fractures, UH ortho injury clinics offer shorter waits, lower costs, and more focused orthopedic care.

“Families appreciate they can walk in and see an expert the same day an injury happens,” says Harkeet Sandhu, MD, part of the ortho injury clinic team at UH/Center for Orthopedics at Amherst and Sheffield Village. “By focusing exclusively on orthopedic trauma, we can get you back to your life much faster than a standard urgent care or ER could.”

Convenient Hours, Close to Home

UH Ortho Injury Clinics operate weekday business hours—commonly 8 or 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. With nine clinics across Northeast Ohio, residents can access expert orthopedic care without traveling far.

The Bottom Line

With a network of nine adult Ortho injury clinics, pediatric options, walk‑in convenience, and the same orthopedic expertise trusted by professional athletes, University Hospitals offers a smarter, faster first stop for most orthopedic injuries—helping people get back to what matters most.

University Hospitals Ortho Injury Clinics

UHHospitals.org/orthoinjury