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Bridger Orthopedic & Sports Medicine

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Bridger Orthopedic and Sports Medicine is Southwest Montana's most comprehensive orthopedic practice.

10/26/2026

Spine surgery has changed a lot over the years, and one of the best improvements is how small the approach can be.

Endoscopic spine surgery uses a tiny camera and specialized instruments placed through a very small incision. The surgeon can see and treat the problem, such as a herniated disc pressing on a nerve, with less disruption to the muscles around the spine. For the right patients, that can mean less tissue damage, less pain after surgery, and a faster return to doing what you love!

Dr. Addison Wood is bringing ultra-minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery to Bozeman, serving patients from across Montana. Not every condition is a fit, and a full evaluation helps determine the best approach for you.

If back or leg pain has been holding you back, it’s time to get it checked out. Call 406-587-0122 to schedule an evaluation with Dr. Wood.

10/21/2026

Non-surgical back and neck pain treatment is available at Bridger Orthopedic in Bozeman and Belgrade. Many people find relief without surgery, and the right starting point depends on what’s causing the pain.

Care with us begins with a thorough evaluation, either through our Walk-In Orthopedic Urgent Care in Bozeman and Belgrade, or at a standard orthopedic appointment.

Dr. Elba Gerena Maldonado is a triple board-certified physiatrist who specializes in finding the source of spine and nerve pain. She uses EMG and nerve conduction studies to pinpoint nerve problems like pinched nerves and sciatica. Her care focuses on non-opioid, conservative treatment, including trigger point injections, joint injections, and Botox for muscle spasticity.

Dr. Gene Slocum is board-certified and fellowship-trained in interventional pain management. He uses targeted procedures to treat pain at its source in the spine. These include epidural steroid injections to calm irritated nerves, facet joint and medial branch blocks for painful spinal joints, and radiofrequency ablation or cryoablation, which use heat or cold to quiet pain-signaling nerves for longer-lasting relief. For complex chronic pain, he also offers advanced options like spinal cord stimulators. He coordinates with physical and occupational therapists in-house, plus trusted chiropractic, acupuncture, and massage providers, to find the right approach for each patient.

Physical or occupational therapy is often part of the plan. Building strength and mobility can take pressure off the spine and help prevent flare-ups.

If surgery ever becomes the right option for you, our spine surgeons are part of the same team, so your care stays in one place.

Request an appointment online or walk in today!

10/15/2026

Jim Applebee has trusted Bridger Orthopedic in Bozeman with his care for more than 20 years.

Over those years, Jim has worked with providers across our team to stay active and keep doing what he loves. The level of care he’s received is why he brings his family to Bridger Orthopedic too.

We’re grateful to every patient who shares their story. It helps someone else take that first step.

Follow along to hear from Jim’s kids about their own experiences with Bridger Orthopedic!

10/14/2026

Meet Dr. Alex LeGrand, a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and knee and shoulder surgery at Bridger Orthopedic in Bozeman.

Dr. LeGrand grew up near Melbourne, Australia. He has called Bozeman home since joining Bridger Orthopedic in 2007. He earned his medical degree and completed his orthopedic residency at Duke University, where he served as assistant team physician for Duke Blue Devils basketball. He then completed a sports medicine knee and shoulder surgery fellowship at the University of Utah.

His practice focuses on knee and shoulder instability, including ACL reconstruction, meniscal transplantation, cartilage restoration, and shoulder stabilization. He has performed nearly 2,000 ACL reconstructions and pioneered the use of quadriceps tendon autograft for primary ACL reconstruction in Montana.

He had served as a team physician for Montana State University, Bozeman and Belgrade high schools, and the US Ski and Snowboard teams. For elite athletes and weekend adventurers alike, he builds care around the individual and starts with non-surgical options whenever possible.

Dr. LeGrand sees patients at our Bozeman West location. Request an appointment through the link in our bio!

10/06/2026

Dr. Addison Wood, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon at Bridger Orthopedic, has performed the first endoscopic spine surgery ever in Bozeman.

The incision was just 8 millimeters, or less than a third of an inch!

Endoscopic spine surgery uses a tiny camera and specialized instruments to treat the spine through a very small opening. Less disruption to surrounding muscle and tissue can mean less pain after surgery, a shorter recovery, and a quicker return to the things you love. For many patients, it's an outpatient procedure.

Until now, patients in Southwest Montana had to travel to a major metro area for this procedure. Now they can get it close to home.

Dr. Wood provides comprehensive care for neck pain, back pain, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, radiculopathy, spondylolisthesis, spinal deformity, spinal fractures, cervical myelopathy, spinal tumors, and complex revision spine conditions.

We're proud to bring this to our community. Congratulations, Dr. Wood! 👏

10/05/2026

Recovering from an orthopedic injury in Bozeman or Belgrade can turn into a spiral of referrals, waits, and paperwork.

At Bridger Orthopedic, your care team works together. Walk-in urgent care, on-site imaging, orthopedic surgery, pain management, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and regenerative medicine are all part of one practice. Your providers share your chart and talk with each other directly.

That means fewer repeat visits, fewer gaps in communication, and a clearer path from injury to recovery.

Over the next few weeks, we'll walk through what that path looks like, one step at a time. Walk in for urgent care or book an appointment at the link in bio!

09/30/2026

Board-certified joint replacement specialists Dr. T. Scott Curry and Dr. Martin Gelbke offer hip and knee replacement in Bozeman, MT. If you're planning your day around your pain, it's time to have a conversation.

Joint replacement isn't based on your age. It's based on how much arthritis pain is affecting your quality of life. We see patients of all ages.

If you're avoiding favorite activities, struggling to sleep because of pain, relying on medication to get through the day, or finding everyday tasks difficult, it may be worth talking with one of our joint replacement specialists.

Modern joint replacement has helped millions of people regain mobility and return to the activities they enjoy.

Here's what sets our joint replacement care apart:

☑ Same-day outpatient surgery. Eligible patients can have their joint replacement at Rocky Mountain Surgical Center, sleep in their own bed the night before, and be home that evening.

☑ A more comfortable setting. Skip the overnight hospital stay for a more relaxed experience.

☑ Lower risk and lower cost. Outpatient surgery can reduce the chance of hospital-acquired infections and lower costs for patients.

☑ Partial knee replacement. When arthritis affects only part of the knee, only the damaged areas are replaced and healthy tissue stays intact. Patients often see faster recovery, less pain, less rehab, and a more natural-feeling knee.

☑ Options for hip replacement. Both posterior and anterior approaches are available, with the recommendation based on each patient's needs.

☑ Proven outpatient track record. Partial knee replacement has been performed as an outpatient procedure for more than five years, and hip replacement since 2016.

Call 406-587-0122 to start the conversation today!

09/26/2026

Here's something most people don't know about cartilage…

Unlike most tissues in your body, cartilage has no direct blood supply. That's one of the reasons it has such a limited ability to heal after an injury.

It's also why protecting your joints through regular movement, strength training, maintaining a healthy weight, and addressing pain early is so important.

Healthy cartilage helps your joints move smoothly and comfortably, something most of us don't appreciate until it's gone!

Follow us for more orthopedic facts that can help keep you moving.

09/22/2026

It's officially the first day of fall, and we think this is one of the best times of year to be outside in Southwest Montana. Don't let joint pain keep you from enjoying it.

Staying active is great for your joints, and fall offers plenty of opportunities to keep moving. If pain is slowing you down, Bridger Orthopedic can help.

Our comprehensive orthopedic practice serves Southwest Montana from locations in Bozeman and Belgrade, with urgent care walk-ins, on-site imaging, and both surgical and non-surgical treatment options.

Share your favorite Montana fall tradition in the comments! 🍂

09/17/2026

Meet the Physical Therapists helping our patients get back to the activities they love!

Physical therapy plays a vital role before and after joint replacement surgery, and with many other orthopedic injuries.

Before surgery, strengthening the muscles around your hip and knee can improve recovery. After surgery, guided therapy helps restore movement, rebuild strength, improve balance, and increase confidence with everyday activities.

Our skilled team of physical therapists work closely with each patient to create a plan that's tailored to their progress and goals. Physical therapy is available at Bridger Orthopedic's East Bozeman, West Bozeman, and Belgrade locations. Every bit of progress made in PT moves you closer to the life you want to live.

Address

1450 Ellis Street, Ste 201
Bozeman, MT
59715

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://bridgerorthopedic.com/

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