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PATIENTS REWARDED ORTHOINDY OPENS NEW BROWNSBURG CLINIC AND HOSPITAL Writer / Melissa Gibson Photographer / Krystal Dailey
For more than 60 years, OrthoIndy has been at the forefront of world-class comprehensive orthopedic care in Indiana, and has grown into the largest orthopedic practice in the state. With a commitment to serving patients close to home, they have steadily expanded their presence from Lafayette to Greenwood and everywhere in between. Their latest achievement is the grand opening of a state-of-the-art facility in Brownsburg, not far from their previous site. “We’ve been in Brownsburg for a long time,” says Dr. Edward Hellman, President of OrthoIndy. “It’s important
to be a part of the community, and Brownsburg has been growing and supporting us for many years.” Nestled at 9070 East 56th Street, this new location boasts easy access from Interstate 465, Interstate 74 and Ronald Reagan Parkway. The space has been designed from the ground up to ensure patients receive the highest level of care and comfort for an array of specialized orthopedic services. Patients will delight in a spacious physical therapy and rehab center, operating rooms, X-ray and MRI imaging, and the clinic space, which includes urgent care for walk-ins with recent injuries.
“We have full orthopedic programming in Brownsburg, physicians across every subspecialty, imaging, physical therapy services and outpatient surgery,” says John Ryan, chief executive officer of OrthoIndy. “It’s a full range of musculoskeletal care.” OrthoIndy Brownsburg manages care from your neck to your feet with specialists for every need. This includes joint therapy and joint replacement for shoulders, knees and hips. The Brownsburg location also provides spine care with spine surgeons, along with an entire group of physicians specializing in back pain, exercise and other nonoperative treatments.
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Plus, there is a team of sportsmedicine physicians for athletes and weekend warriors alike who are injured or experience nagging, recurring pain or reduced range of motion. OrthoIndy is the official orthopedic provider for Andretti Autosport, as well as the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever. It’s this specialized focus for each orthopedic need that separates OrthoIndy from other clinics and hospitals. They also have new bonehealth services at their Indianapolis and Greenwood locations, helping patients TownePost.com / NOVEMBER 2023 / BROWNSBURG MAGAZINE / 7
prevent future bone weakness or damage, and treating diagnoses like osteoporosis. “Instead of five to seven generalized orthopedic surgeons, we have people that focus on one thing,” Ryan says. “The surgeon performing your hand surgery, that’s what he or she does all day. If you need a hip replacement, it isn’t one hip replacement this week. These specialized surgeons are doing hip replacements all day long.”
the practice has recent expansions in Greenwood, Westfield and Lafayette, while also growing many of their offerings, including the robotics program in total joint replacements. The team at OrthoIndy is looking forward to the fresh and updated look and services they’re bringing to one of their popular locations.
“Brownsburg is a brand-new, state-ofthe-art facility,” Hellman says. “Medical groups don’t often open new buildings. It’s always a big deal and always exciting.” The new OrthoIndy Brownsburg location is at 9070 East 56th Street. For more information, visit orthoindy.com/ locations/west.
Though many musculoskeletal injuries or diagnoses may require long-term treatment or therapy, OrthoIndy is also ready to serve the immediate need with their Urgent Care center. This gives people who are newly injured the opportunity to see an orthopedic specialist quickly, to assess and treat the injury to halt its progression or severity. Now that the new facility in Brownsburg is officially open, the team is excited to provide an enhanced experience for patients. They’ve thought of everything, including new technology available for physicians and patients. Through their partner, the Orthopedic Research Foundation, they participate in numerous pioneering studies resulting in the development of new surgical tools, procedures and medications. They have a learning lab, created and housed at the OrthoIndy Hospital in Indianapolis, to advance surgical techniques and evaluate tools in the practice. “We’re constantly in a state of improvement and always looking for the latest and greatest in technology,” Ryan says. “Everything is cutting-edge for modern-day orthopedics. Part of our move is about how we can best align new technology with our patient population and give them the best experience possible.” In addition to growing in technology, OrthoIndy is continuing to grow physically across the state. Along with the relocation in Brownsburg, 8 / BROWNSBURG MAGAZINE / NOVEMBER 2023 / TownePost.com
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The Gobble Gallop 5K has become a unique community tradition over the past 11 years. In 2022, 1,300 participants from toddlers
in strollers to older adults came out to walk or run a 5K with the Hendricks Regional Health YMCA on Thanksgiving morning.
their own that week,”says Nikki Richards, district marketing director. “We also have the Leftover 10K, a virtual challenge after the holiday.”
“We offer a 5K on Thanksgiving morning, but we also offer a virtual 5K so participants can run the race route on
The virtual offerings are a great way to include local residents who happen to travel over the weekend. In addition,
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families from across the country can join in on the fun. Participating in any form is a great way to create a healthy tradition for yourself and your family, but nothing beats joining the Thanksgiving gathering with the community. “Chase the Turkey will be making appearances throughout the community this fall, and at the Gobble Gallop he participates in a few games we play,” Richards says. “Chase runs on the course, and those who can grab one of his feathers will receive a special prize.” Participants really get into the spirit with costumes, “magic socks,” and posters celebrating the day. “You see entire families walking together - grandma, grandpa, mom or dad pushing the stroller, and others bring their dog on a leash,” Richards says. “Whatever family is to you, it’s just a fun event for everyone.”
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A DJ will provide music to keep the party going, and as participants cross the finish line, snacks and water will be provided. With the tagline “Give. Gallop. Gather.” the YMCA not only wants the community to gather and create healthy habits, but they also host the event as a fundraiser, giving back to the community in the best way the YMCA team knows how. Last year, $324,000 was awarded in financial assistance to community members. The funds help subsidize membership costs and program fees, allowing everyone to join in the many programs the YMCA has to offer. The programs include something for all ages, from early learning and youth sports to personal training and active older-adult programming. With a variety of exercise classes and swim lessons to Y Family Nights and healthy-living classes, the goal of the YMCA is to offer those
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services to everyone, regardless of the ability to pay. This November 23 at 8 a.m., those interested are able to give back and have a lot of fun in the process. “This is our biggest fundraising event of the year and I think with it happening the morning of Thanksgiving, it’s been a great blessing for us,” Richards says. “People are in that gracious mood, thinking about giving back to their community, and along with the family traditions, it all blends together perfectly.” Oh, and there’s a bonus. Winners in each age group at the Gobble Gallop will walk away with a pumpkin pie, making that Thanksgiving dinner extra sweet. Learn more and register for the event at runsignup.com/Race/IN/Avon/ GobbleGallop5k. Cost varies for individual registration or a four-pack registration.
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As the weather gets colder, you may hear of more and more people getting the flu. Influenza, better known as the flu, is a contagious and potentially serious respiratory illness that can lead to serious complications. While the virus is detected year-round, the flu typically circulates during the fall and winter months. However, there are steps you can take to protect yourself.
KNOW THE COMMON FLU SYMPTOMS. Common symptoms of the flu include fever or chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, and fatigue. Not everyone with flu has a fever, and some people have vomiting and diarrhea, which is more common in children than adults.
When severe enough, symptoms of the flu can require hospitalization. Without proper care, the flu can be deadly. Seek medical attention for high fevers, or if you have other medical conditions that the flu may complicate including diabetes, asthma or congestive heart failure. You can get the flu multiple times each year.
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Since 1986, the Indianapolis Children’s Choir (ICC) has been inspiring youth and fostering a love for music throughout the city.
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Despite their program name, throughout the past decade the ICC has been growing and expanding to areas beyond Indianapolis, and now leads several programs in Hendricks County. They offer opportunities starting from 18 months old through seniors in high school. Preparatory choir is for grades first through third, and no one auditions at this level. It’s considered an introduction to choral music and allows youth to explore their interest in singing. Several auditioned choirs are offered for fourth through seventh grade, including beginning and intermediate levels. Lyric or intermediate-level choirs are designed for those students advancing in their skills, and include additional performances. “In Hendricks County we have a Music at Play program for preschoolers in Danville,” says Leeann Starkey, director of the ICC. “We offer a preparatory choir in Avon and Brownsburg, two beginning-level choirs for fourth grade and up at Avon and Brownsburg, and a lyric or intermediatelevel choir in Brownsburg for fourth grade and up.” ICC accepts singers on every level and the process is simple. While auditions are typically conducted in April, students can enroll any time throughout the year. For those who are nervous about the thought of an audition, Starkey says not to be. “For the beginning level and intermediate levels, the auditions are really more about getting to know the child and putting them in the best choir for them,” Starkey says.
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The full season runs from August to May each year, and the time commitment is typically one evening per week for rehearsals and a few concert events throughout the school year. Rehearsals are held locally but the ICC groups across Indianapolis and surrounding areas join together for a few large concerts every year - a sight to behold for audience members. When combined, the choir consists of 300 to 400 children of varying ages. They have the opportunity to perform on stages like the Hilbert Circle Theatre in downtown Indianapolis, at a recent charity event at the airport, caroling throughout the holidays and much more. Like many other children’s programs, it’s safe to say that they are getting more out of the experience than improving their vocals. They learn music reading skills, vocal techniques, and are exposed to several unique opportunities, but it may
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The ICC gives children a community of others who also love music. They learn responsibility, professionalism and how to share their personal talent, while appreciating others. Starkey has seen children overcome crippling stage fright, forming a close friendship for the first time, and opening up after years of shyness and lack of confidence. “Whether you’ve sung in the choir for one year or more, our teachers are so great at bringing in kids and nurturing them through the process,” Starkey says. “The programs have worked out very well and proven to be an effective way to bring kids together to sing.” In addition to the school-year program, the ICC also offers a variety of summer and school break camps. Hendricks County resident Owen Smith became aware of the ICC while attending one of their summer day camps in 2021. “The first time I went to ICC summer camp I really liked it, and I thought I’d like to try it out,” Owen says. “My mom loves music, so I must have
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gotten that from her because I really love singing.” Owen’s mom, Annette, says Owen’s enthusiasm and joy for what he had discovered was evident. “He was begging to keep going and would come home from camp super excited,” Annette says. “They would not only sing, but he had been playing the drums and the xylophones. They make it really fun.” This year the theme for the ICC choirs is World Showcase, music from around the world. It’s a unique opportunity for Owen and his peers to learn about culture, language and music they might not otherwise be familiar with. They’ve already transported audiences to the South Pacific for a concert featuring songs from India, China and the Pacific Islands.
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The ICC will celebrate a European holiday with a candlelight performance and holiday classics in December. In March they are presenting “Crossroads of America,” beginning at home in Indiana and traveling through New York City’s Broadway scene, a jazzfilled New Orleans, and the Great Plains to include sounds of Native American music.
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their world traveling expands. “We do day tours and trips throughout the year,” Starkey says. “The advanced choirs will travel domestically and internationally. An intermediate choir from Brownsburg will travel to Washington, D.C., this year and some of our most experienced singers will go to Italy.” Belonging to a world-renowned choir might give families the impression that the experience is out of their budget, but Starkey says the ICC doesn’t want money to stop anyone from joining. Scholarships are offered for any student who needs additional funds to participate. “We really want to make the programs available to everyone,” Starkey says. “We provide scholarships and monthly payment options.” Annette agrees.
“I consider ICC very affordable and they do offer financial assistance,” Annette says. “I think it’s comparable to anything else Owen has done in the past like sports or other programs. They also allow kids to try it out once and see if it’s something they are interested in, because we know for a lot of kids, you might sign them up, but will they stick with it?”
there’s never a limit to what you can do,” he says. To learn more, visit icchoir.org or call 317-940-9640.
Owen did stick with it, and has continued his journey with a love for music in school and through the ICC. “I really liked the Unity concert we did last spring because I just loved the songs we sang,” Owen says. “We do a lot of extra concerts too and I’ve made a lot of friends at ICC.” When asked if he would recommend the choir to others, Owen didn’t hesitate. “I would say yes, give it a try, because
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