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Sampson Regional announces new orthopedic surgeon

By Staff Report, posted 2 years ago

Sampson Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce the recruitment of Dr. Mark Moriarty, a highly skilled and experienced orthopedic surgeon, to join its medical team. 

Dr. Moriarty joins Sampson Regional Medical Center from Mission Health, located in Franklin, NC. He is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon highly capable of all general orthopedic cases, including joints, hips and hands. He is skilled in complex shoulder repair and has a special interest in the treatment of sports injuries.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Moriarty to our team,” said Dr. Shawn Howerton, Chief Medical & Executive Officer, in a press release. “Dr. Moriarty’s expertise and compassionate approach align perfectly with our mission to deliver high quality, patient-centered care. We are confident that our community will benefit from the expanded access to great orthopedic care right here in Sampson County.”

Dr. Moriarty will be the leading orthopedic surgeon as Sampson Regional opens Sampson Orthopedic Group. The clinic will care for adults and children, treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions, including the following surgical and non-surgical services:

  • Joint replacement surgeries, including hip, knee, and shoulder replacements
  • Arthroscopic procedures, including rotator cuff repair, meniscal tears, and diagnostic procedures
  • Fracture care and trauma surgery
  • Sports medicine treatments, including ACL injuries, rotator cuff injuries, meniscal tears, and tendonitis.
  • Management of arthritis and other degenerative conditions

Information about the opening of Sampson Orthopedic Group and appointment scheduling will be made available online at 

www.SampsonRMC.org/orthocare

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