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Orthopedics

Specialized orthopedics clinic services to help people dealing with pain and limited mobility

The Orthopedics clinic located at Schroeder Ambulatory Centre is led by Dr. Christopher Lu, and provides comprehensive orthopedic clinical care for patients dealing with a range of joint and tendon-related pain, stiffness and lack of mobility. Our clinic is co-located with a range of other specialized and primary care clinics, diagnostic imaging and surgical services, and provides an exceptional patient experience down to the smallest detail.

People suffering from orthopedic-related conditions often experience a significant impact to their quality of life. Muscle stiffness, joint pain and swelling, clicking and grinding, numbness and lack of movement are common symptoms—all of which take a toll on physical and mental wellness. The compassionate interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses and patient support staff at our Centre provide convenient, quality care that gets patients back to enjoying their normal activities as quickly as possible.

Medication injections, rehabilitation support, referrals to on-site diagnostic imaging and orthopedic surgery, bracing and orthotics assessments, pain management and more are provided at Schroeder Ambulatory Centre’s orthopedics clinic. Where surgery and further clinical intervention are required, the Centre provides a seamless patient experience to continue patients’ treatment plans in a cutting-edge environment outfitted with the latest in medical and surgical technology designed with their needs in mind. Pain management, neurology, geriatrics and other expert-led clinics are conveniently located steps away on the same floor of the facility.

Refer a Patient

Physicians can refer to Schroeder Ambulatory Centre by e-referral, fax, phone, or email. Our team will review the request and connect with your patient to coordinate the next steps for their appointment.

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Physician
Referral Required
Referral Required

Running late or need to cancel?

Call (905) 787-5757 or email patientrelations@sacentre.ca as soon as possible. See our cancellation policy.

Orthopedics
Lead Physician
Dr. Christopher Lu

Why choose Schroeder Ambulatory Centre for orthopedic care?

Our Orthopedics clinic is located in a new state-of-the-art medical facility designed from the ground up to provide an exceptional patient experience from the first appointment to the last. The clinic is located just steps away from a range of other specialized clinics, and within the same building as a full range of orthopedic surgery and diagnostic imaging services, making the patient journey as easy and convenient as possible. 

Our clinical programs are overseen by physicians who are leaders in their fields, and are supported by a caring team of nurses and technicians who are dedicated to providing the highest quality orthopedics care, and improving patients’ quality of life by reducing their pain and improving their mobility.

Schroeder Ambulatory Centre’s Orthopedics clinic helps patients with:

  • Joint pain, swelling, or stiffness
  • Reduced range of motion or mobility
  • Clicking, grinding, or locking joints
  • Weakness, numbness, or tingling (e.g., carpal tunnel)
  • Instability or difficulty walking/moving
  • Slow-healing musculoskeletal wounds

These symptoms are often caused by one or more of the following orthopedic conditions:

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Bursitis
  • Tendonitis
  • Frozen shoulder
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome (non-surgical management only)
  • Soft tissue injuries (e.g., sprains, strains)
  • Joint degeneration
  • Chronic inflammation
  • Wound infections or diabetic ulcers (in musculoskeletal context)

Orthopedics services provided at Schroeder Ambulatory Centre include:

  • Hyaluronic acid injections (for joint lubrication, e.g., knees)
  • Corticosteroid injections (for inflammation in joints, tendons, or bursae)
  • Bracing and orthotics assessments
  • Rehabilitation guidance and exercise planning
  • Pain and inflammation management
  • Referrals to surgical orthopedics if needed

Your care team will work with you to explain your options, so that you can make an informed decision on what type of orthopedics clinic care is right for you.

Physician
Referral Required
Referral Required

Running late or need to cancel?

Call (905) 787-5757 or email patientrelations@sacentre.ca as soon as possible. See our cancellation policy.

Orthopedics
Lead Physician
Dr. Christopher Lu

Important information for Orthopedic clinic patients

This is a non-surgical orthopedics clinic—however, orthopedic surgery is available within the same building. Patients requiring surgery will conveniently receive a referral from our Orthopedics clinic to surgery, diagnostic imaging and other specialized treatment as clinically-appropriate.

Please note that not all injection therapies are covered by OHIP. PEMF and regenerative therapies may be available—please ask your physician for more information. Patients and families will be provided objective information to guide their decision making in selecting the treatment option that they feel is right for them.

When you arrive at the Centre, you will check in with our patient support team on the 5th floor (L5). All of our clinics are also located on the 5th floor (L5), and are fully accessible by elevators located both near the main entrance and where you enter from the parking garage.

Our friendly patient support staff are happy to help with any mobility issues you may have, or just to help you find your way around. If you need any additional support, please mention so when you book your appointment or when you check in at the desk!

Getting ready for your orthopedics appointment

  • Visit our Getting Here page to get directions, find parking and get other important information to ensure your visit goes smoothly.
  • Bring your Health Card and up to date list of medications
  • Bring any information you have about your previous medical history (including test results) and a referral letter from your primary care doctor (if you have one)
  • Write down a summary of your symptoms and bring them to your appointment
Physician
Referral Required
Referral Required

Running late or need to cancel?

Call (905) 787-5757 or email patientrelations@sacentre.ca as soon as possible. See our cancellation policy.

Orthopedics
Lead Physician
Dr. Christopher Lu