
When Dr. Armin Oskouei founded Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians in 2013, he saw a gap in the healthcare landscape. Too many patients with spine and orthopedic conditions were being rushed through appointments, treated as numbers rather than individuals. He set out to build something different.
A little over a decade later, that vision has grown into one of the largest privately owned orthopedic networks in the United States. Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians now operates 63 locations across 18 states, employs more than 100 spine and orthopedic specialists, and handles over 60,000 patient visits annually.
The growth has been particularly rapid in recent years. The practice has opened more than 20 new locations in the past 24 months alone, with plans to reach 100 or more clinics in the coming years.
A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO ORTHOPEDIC CARE
What sets Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians apart from hospital-based orthopedic groups is its deliberate focus on quality over quantity. The practice maintains lower patient-to-provider ratios, scheduling fewer patients per day so physicians can spend more time with each individual.
"We emphasize seeing each patient as an individual rather than a number," said Dr. Oskouei, who is double board certified in Interventional Spine and Anesthesiology. "Our clinics intentionally maintain a lower patient-to-provider ratio, allowing doctors to spend more time taking medical histories, performing exams, and understanding the patient's goals and lifestyle."
This approach represents a significant departure from how many hospital-affiliated orthopedic groups operate. Where those organizations often focus on maximizing the number of patients seen each day, OSSP takes the opposite approach. The scheduling model allows providers to see fewer patients, which translates to more thorough evaluations and better outcomes.
"Typical hospital orthopedic groups focus on quantity instead of quality," Dr. Oskouei explained. "We take the opposite approach because we believe it leads to better results for our patients."
This patient-centered philosophy enables physicians to design customized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific condition and activity level. The primary goal, according to leadership, is helping patients return to their quality of life prior to injury.
COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES UNDER ONE ROOF
Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians offers a full range of orthopedic services, including interventional spine treatments such as targeted injections, state-of-the-art orthopedic spine surgeries, and extremity orthopedic procedures for sports medicine patients.
The organization also operates more than 50 MRI machines across its national network, allowing physicians to quickly diagnose injuries and conditions while coordinating care across the full treatment pathway.
"We bring together orthopedic surgeons, spine specialists, rehabilitation professionals, and advanced diagnostic services within an integrated care model," explained Dr. Oskouei. "This allows us to manage everything from imaging and evaluation to surgery, therapy, and recovery."
This integrated approach eliminates the delays and coordination challenges that can occur when patients must navigate between separate providers for different aspects of their care.
A REPUTATION IN SPORTS MEDICINE
The practice has developed strong ties to the athletic community. Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians has affiliations with professional sports teams and regularly treats both active and retired professional athletes. The organization also serves athletes of all ages, applying the same level of expertise whether treating elite professionals or recreational players.
"OSSP has had affiliations with professional sports teams and serves athletes of all ages," Dr. Oskouei noted. "We still treat active and retired professional athletes on a regular basis from these affiliations and reputation in the sports medicine space."
Beyond athletics, the practice serves workers' compensation patients, acute injury cases, and general orthopedic needs.
COMMITMENT TO INNOVATION
Staying current with advances in orthopedic medicine remains a priority. The organization works continuously to remain on the cutting edge of spine and orthopedic procedures through research and physician expertise.
"We are constantly exploring new options to provide our patients with the best outcomes possible," Dr. Oskouei stated.
LOOKING AHEAD
As Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians continues its expansion, the leadership team remains focused on the principles that guided its founding. Clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and a collaborative team environment remain at the core of the organization's culture.
"Every member of our team works together to create a supportive environment where patients feel heard, respected, and confident in their treatment," Dr. Oskouei said. "Innovation, compassion, and teamwork are essential to delivering the highest quality orthopedic and spine care."
With 63 locations and counting, Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians is positioned to bring its patient-centered approach to even more communities across the country.
For more information, visit https://orthosportandspine.com.
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