Columbia Orthopaedic Group

02/25/2026

If you had to describe Columbia Orthopaedic Group in one word… what would it be?

Trusted.
Experienced.
Committed.
Community.

For more than 60 years, Columbia Orthopaedic Group has been helping Mid-Missouri move better, recover stronger, and live without unnecessary pain.

Behind every appointment is a team focused on one thing. Helping you get back to what matters most.

What’s your one word?

Learn more about our providers and services at

👉 www.columbiaorthogroup.com

02/24/2026

Joint pain is not always just wear and tear.

Sometimes the cause is inflammation. Sometimes it is autoimmune. Sometimes it is something that needs a specialist’s eye.

Columbia Orthopaedic Group now offers Rheumatology services, expanding care for patients dealing with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, and other inflammatory disorders.

That means comprehensive joint care, all in one trusted place right here in Mid-Missouri.

If joint pain feels different, persistent, or unexplained, it may be time to look deeper.

Learn more about Rheumatology and our full range of services at
👉 https://www.columbiaorthogroup.com/specialties/

02/19/2026

There’s a reason families across Mid-Missouri have trusted the same orthopaedic team for generations.

At Columbia Orthopaedic Group, experience matters, not just in treating injuries, but in helping patients understand their options and make confident decisions about their care.

When it comes to bones, joints, and movement, this isn’t the place to wing it.

👉 Learn more about our specialists and services at columbiaorthogroup.com

02/18/2026

Big news for joint pain care in Mid-Missouri! 🎉

Columbia Orthopaedic Group now offers Rheumatology services! Get expert evaluation and treatment for autoimmune-related joint pain and inflammatory conditions in one trusted place.

Whether it’s arthritis, lupus, or other rheumatologic concerns, our expanded care team is here to help you feel better and move better.

👉 Learn more about Rheumatology and our providers at columbiaorthogroup.com

Discover what this new offering means for you at www.columbiaorthogroup.com

02/17/2026

Who’s the friendly face behind the expertise? 👋

Meet Dr. Shawn Sahota, one of the orthopaedic specialists at Columbia Orthopaedic Group. He’s passionate about helping patients understand their injuries and get back to the life they love.

Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain or a recent injury, Dr. Sahota brings deep experience and a patient-first approach.

👉 Get to know him: columbiaorthogroup.com/blog/meet-dr-shawn-sahota.html

👉 Learn more about our providers at columbiaorthogroup.com

02/16/2026

Fun fact (that no one wants to learn the hard way): Ignoring joint pain doesn’t make it go away, it just makes it louder.

Orthopaedic care isn’t only for major injuries. It’s also for:
✔ Ongoing stiffness
✔ Limited movement
✔ Pain that keeps coming back

Columbia Orthopaedic Group focuses on helping you move better today and protect your mobility long-term.

Curious when it’s time to get checked?

👉 Start here: www.columbiaorthogroup.com

02/14/2026

You: “I’m just going to move this couch real quick.”
Your back the next day: “Absolutely not.”

Weekend projects and pickup games are great… until they aren’t.

Columbia Orthopaedic Group helps Mid-Missourians recover smarter with expert care for muscle, joint, and bone injuries so one sore weekend doesn’t turn into a long-term problem.

Before you push through the pain again, learn what your body is telling you.

👉 Visit www.columbiaorthogroup.com to learn more.

02/12/2026

New year, new deductible … same old knee pain?

If your knees feel like they didn’t get the memo about resolutions, you’re not alone. Dr. Khalid Waliullah breaks down why knee pain sticks around and what you can do about it.

Whether it’s nagging soreness or pain that just won’t quit, getting the right perspective matters. Learn what’s really going on with your knees.

👉 Read more: columbiaorthogroup.com/blog/new-year-new-deductible-same-knee-pain.html

👉 Learn more about knee health at www.columbiaorthogroup.com

02/11/2026

Thinking about getting a knee or hip replacement this year?

If joint pain has been slowing you down, you deserve answers, not more guesswork. In this post, Dr. Alan G. Anz explains what to consider, what to expect, and how to know if now is the right time.

It’s like a roadmap for anyone debating the next step for their joint health.

👉 Dive in: columbiaorthogroup.com/blog/thinking-about-a-knee-or-hip-replacement-this-year.html

👉 Learn more about joint care at www.columbiaorthogroup.com

02/07/2026

Columbia Orthopaedic Group was proud to be represented by Dr. Jay Bridgeman at the Missouri State Orthopaedic Association Annual Meeting this weekend, which was held at Washington University in St. Louis.

Dr. Bridgeman joined colleagues from across the state to speak on Distal Radius Fractures and Evaluating Practice Opportunities.

We’re proud to see Columbia Orthopaedic Group physicians contributing to statewide education, advancing clinical excellence, and helping shape the future of independent orthopaedic practice across Missouri.

02/06/2026

❄️ Winter Slips & Falls: What to Do First (Before You Panic) 🦴

Winter in Mid-Missouri means snow, ice… and the occasional whoops-I-did-not-mean-to-slip-face-plant moment. 😅

But when a slip turns into pain, what should you do first?
Before you debate ice vs. heating pad for the 100th time, we’ve got your back (and knees, shoulders, wrists… you name it).

👉 Check out this quick guide from Columbia Orthopaedic Group:
🔗 https://www.columbiaorthogroup.com/blog/winter-slips-and-falls-what-to-do-first-for-orthopaedic-urgent-care.html

Inside, you’ll find:
✔ How to tell if you’re okay at home
✔ When to call orthopaedic urgent care
✔ What kinds of injuries need more than just ibuprofen
✔ Simple tips to avoid ever doing the snow-slide shuffle again

Mid-Missouri winters are beautiful — but injuries? Not so much.
If a fall leaves you hobbling or wondering “is this normal?” — COG is the place that actually knows. 👣💙

Stay safe, stay warm, and remember — bumps and slips are temporary; knowing what to do first makes all the difference.

Columbia Orthopaedic Group in mid-Missouri provides treatment for all types of orthopedic injuries and pain of the foot, ankle, hand, wrist, hip, knee, neck, back, shoulder, and elbow.

02/03/2026

Ever bend down to pick something up and think,
“Welp… that didn’t feel right.”

You’re not alone. And no, that’s not just “getting older.”

At Columbia Orthopaedic Group, we’ve spent 60+ years helping Mid-Missourians figure out what’s normal, what’s not, and how to get you back to moving without wincing every time you stand up.

✔ Board-certified specialists
✔ Decades of experience
✔ Care that actually listens

When your body sends a signal, Columbia Orthopaedic Group knows how to read it.