🎉 Celebrating One Year of OrthoASAP Walk-In Clinic in Mobile, Alabama
One year ago, OrthoASAP Walk-In Clinic opened with a simple goal: to provide fast, expert orthopaedic care—right when patients need it. Today, we’re proud to celebrate one year of serving our community with convenient, walk-in access for acute orthopaedic injuries. Trusted Care for Acute Orthopaedic & Sports Injuries Over the past year, OrthoASAP has become […]
Important Update for Patients with UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage Plans
At The Orthopaedic Group, P.C., we believe clear communication is essential to ensuring our patients receive the care they need without unnecessary delays. We want to share an important update that may impact patients enrolled in UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans beginning in 2026. What’s Changing in 2026? Starting in 2026, patients with a UnitedHealthcare Medicare […]
Free Carpal Tunnel Screening with Dr. Scott Glenzer | Fairhope, AL
FREE screening on Nov. 18th in Fairhope!
The Orthopaedic Group, P.C. Expands with New Clinic at Springhill Medical
Our newest clinic at Springhill Medical is now open!
The Orthopaedic Group, P.C. Welcomes AOC Physicians Amid Clinic Closure
The Orthopaedic Group, P.C. acknowledges the recent announcement regarding the closure of Alabama Orthopaedic Clinic April 11, 2025. We understand this may raise questions and concerns for patients and the community. We are here to assist in any way we can. At The Orthopaedic Group, P.C., we offer a comprehensive range of services to address […]
Introducing OrthoASAP Walk-In Clinic: Fast, Convenient Care When You Need It Most
Now open 6 days a week – no appointment needed!
Convenient Bill Payment Options at The Orthopaedic Group, P.C.
You can now take care of all your billing needs through our new text-to-pay services.
Introducing The Orthopaedic Group’s Newest Clinic – Offering Exceptional Orthopaedic Care in Gulf Shores!
Schedule your appointment online with our providers today!
Talking orthopaedic hand surgery with Dr. Colin Swigler, M.D.
FOX10 News recently stopped by our Airport Boulevard location to talk to Dr. Swigler about orthopaedic hand conditions, symptoms, and surgery options.
Dr. Scott Glenzer Featured on FOX10 News
Our newest hand and elbow specialist, Dr. Scott Glenzer, was recently featured on FOX10 and discussed what brought him back to Mobile, as well as the conditions he treats. Dr. Glenzer was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma, but moved to Mobile, Alabama as a toddler, and is excited to return home for his orthopaedic career. He […]
Dr. Rachel Celebrates 10 Years at The Orthopaedic Group, P.C.
At The Orthopaedic Group, P.C., we’re celebrating several milestone anniversaries for our physicians. This week, we’re celebrating Dr. J. Nicholas Rachel, a fellowship-trained surgeon in our Hand and Elbow Center of Excellence. He joined our practice 10 years ago and has made an impact on not only patient outcomes, but through his unending support of […]
Welcome to Our Newest Hand and Elbow Specialist: Dr. Scott Glenzer
Dr. Glenzer is a board-eligible orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity surgery.
Online Scheduling Gives Patients Instant Access to Appointments
Online scheduling allows patients to find an appointment with our providers that works best for them – instantly!
More Options for MRI – Now Available in Fairhope
MRI scanning now available at our Fairhope and Airport Boulevard locations!
Online Appointment Scheduling Now Available!
Instantly schedule your appointments with our specialists!
Dr. Rachel Discusses Fingertip Injury Treatment at Workers’ Compensation Conference
The most common crush injury is to the fingertip, a sensitive area composed of several nerves. Dr. Rachel discusses the prompt treatment approach needed to preserve function following this injury.
Dr. Rachel’s Caring Approach Inspires Young Patient for Career Day
Eliana Passos, age 4, doesn’t just like her hand surgeon, Dr. Rachel. She wants to be him when she grows up!
Hand surgery returns quality of life for hobby artist
A fall on his hand and shoulder left Van Gignilliat with progressive pain and numbness in his right hand, keeping him from hobbies he loved. A comprehensive, compassionate approach with Dr. Barbour and Dr. Kidder returned his quality of life.
Community Partner: The Orthopaedic Group and Dr. Rachel Support Alzheimer’s Association
The Orthopaedic Group, P.C.and Dr. Rachel are proud to support the Alzheimer’s Association annual event, Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Community Partner: Doctors support Little Sisters of the Poor Lawn Party
The Orthopaedic Group, P.C., and Drs. McGinley, Cope, McGowin, Barbour, Howard, Engerson, Kidder, and McKean are excited to sponsor the Little Sisters of the Poor Lawn Party. Little Sisters of the Poor is a non-profit organization that serves the elderly poor across 30 countries. Learn more about the Mobile organization on their website. Dr. McGinley […]
Community Partner: Dr. Rachel Sponsors UCP Food and Folly
The Orthopaedic Group, P.C. and Dr. Nick Rachel are excited to sponsor the 12th Annual Food and Folly at Home, benefitting United Cerebral Palsy of Mobile. Visit United Cerebral Palsy of Mobile, Inc. to learn more about the amazing work this organization does. Dr. Rachel is a board-certified pediatric and adult hand and upper extremity […]
We’re here to lend a hand – common conditions of the hand and elbow
Carrying groceries, wrapping a present, lifting an item off the ground – these are all tasks that require the use of your hands, wrists, or elbows. They are also tasks that most people take for granted if they aren’t experiencing pain in these areas. Those who do experience pain in the hand, wrist, or elbow […]
Welcome Dr. Swigler!
Dr. Colin Swigler has joined us at The Orthopaedic Group and we are so happy to have him. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida followed by his medical degree from the Florida State University College of Medicine. Subsequently, he completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Tennessee – Campbell […]
Hand & Elbow Center
The specialists at our Hand & Elbow Center of Excellence use a number of innovative treatment methods—including wide-awake surgery—to help restore function for patients so they can return to active lifestyles. Among the conditions we treat regularly are carpal tunnel syndrome, golfer’s elbow, tennis elbow and trigger finger. Two other conditions Dr. Barbour and Dr. […]
From Honduras with The Orthopaedic Group
Dr. McGinley, Dr. Barbour and Scottie Chappell are part of a week-long medical mission to Honduras with Christian Medical Mission of South Alabama. Dr. McGinley is sharing a daily journal from Honduras with us. Day 1, June 16: Easy trip. Dinner with medical students who have seen a lot of patients in gang area clinic. […]
Patients Can Undergo Surgery With Eyes Wide Open
Our hand surgeons at The Orthopaedic Group, P.C. now give patients the option of having surgery for some conditions, such as trigger finger and carpal tunnel syndrome, without being put to sleep. Along with being more efficient and less costly, this wide-awake surgery allows patients to chat with their doctor throughout the procedure. The turn-around […]
