Dr. Mark Gatha, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Vancouver, BC

Dr. Mark Gatha

Dr. Mark Gatha

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Vancouver, BC
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Dr. Mark Gatha Bio

Mark Gatha is a community Orthopaedic Surgeon in Richmond specializing in sports Injuries of the knee and shoulder, and arthroplasty of the hip and knee. He has been the DSL for Orthopaedic Surgery at Richmond since 2019 and enjoys teaching medical students. He is an avid cyclist and a former voice actor. Mark is an orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in sports injuries and instability of the knee (ACL, PCL, multi-ligament and patellofemoral instability), partial knee replacement (Oxford and PFJ), shoulder arthroscopy (instability and rotator cuff pathology), total hip and knee arthroplasty and revision hip and knee. He has practiced at Richmond Hospital since 2015. He previously worked at the Pan Am Clinic in Winnipeg, Manitoba from 2013-2015. Mark’s orthopaedic surgery residency was at Memorial University of Newfoundland. He completed 2 fellowships, one in Complex Hip & Knee at the University of Calgary and the other in Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine of the shoulder, hip & knee at the University of British Columbia. Mark is an Associate Professor at UBC in the department of Orthopaedics and is the current Discipline Specific Site Leader for UBC medical students in Richmond. Mark is a former voice actor (known for playing Domon Kasshu in Mobile Fighter G Gundam, Rock Man X in MegaMan and Irvine in Zoids: Chaotic Century). He is an obsessive cyclist, avid music collector and amateur wine enthusiast.
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Foot Fractures - Orthopaedic

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Foot Fractures - Orthopaedic

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Stress fractures are usually caused by overuse and repetitive activity.

Explanation:

A stress fracture is a small crack or severe bruising in a bone. Stress fractures of the foot are common in athletes, and are usually caused by overuse and repetitive activity.

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Bruising can be a symptom of a foot fracture.

Explanation:

Symptoms of a foot fracture include pain that worsens during weight-bearing activity, swelling of the foot or outside of the ankle and bruising.

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X-rays aren't usually used to diagnose a foot fracture.

Explanation:

To diagnose a fractured foot, the physician will do a physical exam and x-rays. As fractures can be difficult to see on an x-ray, your doctor may also recommend a bone scan or a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan.

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Your doctor may recommend the RICE protocol for your fracture.

Explanation:

Depending on the severity of your foot fracture, your doctor might suggest the RICE protocol (rest, ice, compression and elevation), anti-inflammatory medication, a cast and/or crutches.

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If you require surgery, an orthopaedic surgeon will probably perform a procedure called external fixation.

Explanation:

If you require surgery, an orthopaedic surgeon will probably perform a procedure called internal fixation, which involves supporting the bones by inserting pins, screws, and/or plates.

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    Dr Mark Gatha did a total knee replacement last August on me ,I found him to be a very caring doctor and would answer any questions I needed to know and explain it till I understood him.I would recommend Dr Mark Gatha to everyone without even thinking about it .The office is really awesome to and very friendly.I would like to thank you all for the time you gave me .Dr Gatha is one of the best surgeon’s I have every had and I would go back to him in a drop.
    Submitted: June 07, 2022
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    I am very pleased with my total knee replacement performed by Dr.Gatha Dr. Gatha is an ethical, patient, approachable, knowledgeable doctor who takes his time to explain your condition and the surgery. I am very pleased with my total knee replacement which was done last November. (2018). And special thanks to his secretary Rachel for her great service.
    Submitted: July 28, 2019
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    Dr Gatha did a total knee replacement for me almost eight weeks ago and it is excellent. He was kind and helpful, and most importantly he was very skilled. I hope he is available when i do my other knee next year. He is highly recommended.
    Submitted: December 02, 2016
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    Very happy to rate Dr. Mark Gatha, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Vancouver, BC as a very good doctor who gave me great information on my surgery.
    Submitted: November 30, 2016
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    very knowledge and kind doctor. would recommend him
    Submitted: March 24, 2016

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