South Bend Orthopaedics in Indiana

800-424-0367 53880 Carmichael Dr. South Bend, Indiana 46635 SouthBendSpine.com SBOrtho.com

Brian L. Ratigan, M.D.

Dr. Ratigan Practices at:
South Bend Office: 53880 Carmichael Drive
Mishawaka Office: 60160 Bodnar Boulevard (Off Elm Road)

Participating Hospitals and Surgery Centers
Memorial Hospital of South Bend
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center – Mishawaka Campus
Allied Physicians Surgery Center, South Bend

Undergraduate
University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN

Medical School
Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, PA

Residency
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA

Fellowship in Sports Medicine
Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, Los Angeles, CA

Board Certification
Diplomate of American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Medical Society Memberships
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Arthroscopy Association of North America
Indiana State Medical Association
Indiana Orthopaedic Society
Notre Dame Orthopaedic Society

Team Physician Experience
Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles Angels
Los Angeles Kings
Los Angeles Galaxy
Los Angeles Sparks
Los Angeles Avengers
Anaheim Ducks
University of Southern California Football
Fullerton College Football
Philadelphia Phillies
Philadelphia Eagles

University of Notre Dame
Team Physician � Football

Team Physician – Baseball

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Exercise Library

You might be surprised to learn that 80 percent of the time, back and neck pain is simply a result of strain or soft tissue injury. In many cases, your condition will improve with specialized exercises, rest and anti-inflammatory medicine. However, other times, you may need to see a doctor. Click here to learn more.

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Anatomy Library

Click here for an extensive orthopedic library of surgeries, procedures and what causes various symptoms

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Treatment Library

Be confident that you are getting the best care at SBO. Since we practice as associates, group consultations are part of our methodology. We are experts in joint replacement, sports medicine, trauma, hand, spine and foot/ankle care. Click here to learn more about some various treatment options.

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Medical Animations

Click here to see medical illustrations that help you understand what causes orthopedic bone and joint symptoms.

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Home Remedies

At South Bend Orthopedics we develop home exercise programs that are customized for an individual’s specific back problem. These exercises can make the back stronger, more flexible and resistant to injury. Click here to learn more.

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Minimally Invasive Surgery

New spine surgery instrumentation & techniques enable the South Bend Orthopaedics surgeons to make smaller incisions to access the injury. This means a less painful rehab after surgery, and a fast return to work. Click here to learn more.

Choosing a Physician

There are tremendous advances taking place in medicine today, but in order to benefit from them, the healthcare consumer must take an active role. The best healthcare will not find you; you have to seek it out. Click here to learn more.

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South Bend Spine

Recognizing the best way to care for complex health problems is through a Center of Excellence approach, South Bend Orthopaedics founded South Bend Spine in 2009. South Bend Spine combines fellowship trained spine surgeons and non-surgical spine care specialists – all under one roof for the convenience of those with back and neck pain. Click here to learn more.