Orthopaedic immediate care helps you get prompt treatment for sudden injuries involving bones, joints, muscles, or ligaments. AOA Now Orthopaedic Immediate Care specializes in breaks, sprains, and strains, as well as injuries to your arms, legs, hands, and feet. Through our broader orthopaedic services, we can arrange further treatment when needed.
Part of Advanced Orthopaedic Associates, AOA Now has clinics in East and West Wichita, KS. Our wider practice also serves Wellington and Winfield, KS. Providers include Kara Cox, MD, and Colin B. Lisenby, MD, who are fellowship-trained sports medicine physicians experienced in evaluating recent injuries.
Skip the ER and get seen today in our orthopaedic immediate care.
AOA Ortho – East
Wichita, KS 67226
Hours:
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Sunday:12:00 PM–4:00 PM
Providers:
Kara Cox, MD
Colin Lisenby, MD
Brittany Imel, PA-C
Richard Ranzau, PA-C
Tenille Schwanke, PA-C
AOA Ortho – West
Wichita, Ks 67235
Hours:
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Providers:
Kara Cox, MD
Colin Lisenby, MD
Brittany Imel, PA-C
Richard Ranzau, PA-C
Tenille Schwanke, PA-C
Which Injuries Can AOA Now Treat?
A fall, awkward twist, or sudden movement can cause several types of injuries:
- Fractures: Broken bones that may cause pain, bruising, swelling, or trouble bearing weight.
- Sprains: Stretched or torn ligaments, often around joints such as the ankle or knee.
- Strains: Injured muscles or tendons, sometimes caused by lifting, exercise, or overuse.
We also evaluate shoulder, hand, wrist, elbow, foot, and ankle problems, sports injuries, and certain work-related injuries.
What Happens During an Immediate Care Visit?
We'll ask how you were hurt, examine the painful area, and check your mobility. When needed, digital X-rays help identify fractures. Treatment may involve a brace, splint, cast, or activity changes, depending on the injury.
If you need more testing, continued care, or surgical evaluation, we can arrange follow-up with an AOA specialist. Many musculoskeletal injuries can be treated without surgery.
When Should You Go to an Emergency Department?
Immediate care isn't a substitute for emergency treatment. Call 911 or go to an emergency department for a bone protruding through the skin, severe bleeding, loss of consciousness, chest pain, stroke-like symptoms, or seizures. A hand or foot that becomes cold, pale, or numb after an injury also needs emergency evaluation.
For back or neck pain, contact your primary care provider, general urgent care, or an emergency department, depending on your symptoms.
Where Is AOA Now Located?
Our AOA Ortho – East clinic is at 9828 E Shannon Wds St, Suite 100, Wichita, KS 67226. Immediate care hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon; and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.
You can also visit AOA Ortho – West at 14700 W. St. Teresa, Suite 130, Wichita, KS 67235, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Why Choose Advanced Orthopaedic Associates for Immediate Care in Wichita?
Our modern AOA Ortho – East facility has on-site digital X-ray imaging and access to a wide range of orthopaedic specialties. You can have a new injury evaluated without starting in a general emergency department, and we can coordinate follow-up care when necessary.
Advanced Orthopaedic Associates has served Wichita since 1993. Dr. Cox brings more than 10 years of urgent care experience, while Dr. Lisenby has worked in urgent care and Kansas emergency departments. Both completed sports medicine fellowships. Our broader practice includes board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. AOA Now welcomes walk-ins, so you don't need to book ahead for most new orthopaedic injuries. Workers' compensation appointments may require advance arrangements through your insurance adjuster or case manager. If you're unsure which Wichita clinic is open or best for your symptoms, call us before you visit.
Not necessarily. Imaging depends on your symptoms and examination. X-rays can reveal broken bones but don't show every ligament or tendon injury. We'll explain when additional evaluation is useful.
Costs vary depending on your insurance coverage and the services you receive. AOA Now generally bills in-network visits as specialist visits, although your out-of-pocket expenses depend on your plan's copays, deductible, and other benefits. Check with your insurer about your specific coverage, particularly if you have an out-of-network plan.
Get Orthopaedic Injury Care in Wichita
Don't let a new injury leave you guessing what to do. Call 316-631-1600 to reach Advanced Orthopaedic Associates in Wichita, KS, or schedule an appointment online. Walk-ins are welcome at AOA Now.