First State Orthopaedics - Northern & Central Division

04/27/2026

Arthritis affects millions of people—children, adults, families, friends—and far too many face daily pain, stiffness, and limited mobility. 💙

That’s why Team First State Orthopaedics is proud to walk in support of the Arthritis Foundation. Every step we take helps fund critical research, provide life‑changing resources, and advocate for better care and treatments for those living with arthritis.

Whether you walk with us or donate, your support makes a real impact. Together, we can bring awareness, hope, and progress to those who need it most.
✅ Walk alongside our team
✅ Donate to support the cause
✅ Help us move toward a world without arthritis
👉 Join or donate here: https://events.arthritis.org/teams/FirstStateOrtho

One in four Americans have arthritis. Support the Arthritis Foundation and make a difference in the fight to find a cure for the nation’s #1 cause of disability.

04/24/2026

If your INTRACEPT procedure was cancelled or delayed, you don’t have to wait around in pain. Basivertebral nerve ablation (BVNA) is a minimally invasive treatment that targets the nerves inside the vertebrae that cause chronic low back pain — and Dr. Yu Chiu is currently the ONLY provider in Delaware offering it. We’re scheduling patients right away so you can get back on track.

Click below to schedule with Dr. Chiu and get back to what moves you!

https://www.orthodelaware.org/northern/physician/yu-chiu

04/24/2026

If you’ve ever felt discomfort, stiffness, or a sharp pain in your knee while using stairs, you’re not alone. This type of pain can be a sign of several underlying issues, ranging from mild irritation to more advanced joint conditions.

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04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 💐

We’re so grateful for our many incredible front desk staff and secretaries at First State Orthopaedics. Your dedication, organization, and friendly faces keep everything running smoothly—we couldn’t do it without you!

04/21/2026

We're excited to introduce Daisy, First State Ortho's new virtual routing & scheduling assistant! She can help you schedule, reschedule, confirm, and cancel appointments over the phone — no more waiting on hold. Daisy is still learning our system, so please be patient as she gets up to speed. Ready to meet her? Click here to watch a short demo 👇

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04/20/2026

Meet Jeremie Axe, MD and Seth Callahan, PA-C. Our Physician Assistants play an integral role in the quality care we deliver to our patients 🥇

Dr. Jeremie Axe is an Orthopaedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Sports Medicine and the Shoulder and Elbow. He works closely with Seth Callahan, who holds national certification as a Physician Assistant from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Learn more about Dr. Axe, Seth Callahan, and the Team behind First State Orthopaedics today- https://bit.ly/3Ifgwrj

04/16/2026

📢 Important Update for Our Patients

At First State Orthopaedics, we’re always working to enhance your care experience.

As part of that commitment to excellence, we’ll be upgrading our electronic health record system the weekend of April 17, with our new system going live on Monday, April 20.

During this transition, you may experience brief delays or limited access to certain services. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding as we make these improvements to better serve you.

If you have any questions or urgent needs during this time, please don’t hesitate to contact our office directly.

Thank you for trusting us with your care.

— First State Orthopaedics

04/16/2026

Our Dr. Handling and Rise Physical Therapy’s Dan banded together this weekend for the Coffee Run hosted by the Delaware Athletic Trainers’ Association!

Supporting our Delaware trainers in treating and rehabilitating is a huge priority for FSO. We are grateful to work with such an awesome community!

04/14/2026

Stronger together 💪

Our physicians at First State Orthopaedics recently had the chance to connect with the incredible therapists from Rise Physical Therapy during a meet & greet—and we couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead.

By bringing our teams together, we’re building even better collaboration, communication, and continuity of care for our patients. Same commitment to excellence—now with an even stronger team behind you.

Here’s to moving forward, together. 🙌

04/10/2026

🎉 Big News for our community! Introducing OrthoDelaware 🎉

We’re thrilled to share something we’ve been working on for a long time — OrthoDelaware is officially launching today!

First State Orthopaedics, Rise Physical Therapy, First State Surgery Center, First State Imaging Center, and Glasgow Medical Center are coming together under one name to bring Delaware a stronger, more connected, more convenient experience in musculoskeletal care.

What does this mean for our patients and communities?

✨ The same trusted doctors, therapists, and care teams
✨ The same locations you already know
✨ Even better coordination across orthopaedics, surgery, PT, imaging, and more
✨ A shared commitment to excellence an keeping care local, personal, and accessible

This is a huge step forward for how we support the health and mobility of people across Delaware — from first diagnosis to full recovery.

We can’t wait for you to see the OrthoDelaware name rolling out across the state. A new name, a stronger network, and the same dedication to helping you move better and live stronger.

Welcome to OrthoDelaware.
Same doctors. Same locations. Better YOU. 💙💛

First State Orthopaedics is Delaware’s largest orthopaedic group practice. In 2018, First State Orthopaedics expanded its presence in Delaware by merging with Orthopaedic Associates of Southern Delaware to create the state’s first Delaware-based orthopaedic supergroup.

04/07/2026

We were proud to see our very own Dr. Irene Mavrakakis and staff last week supporting the Hope & Harmony fundraising event hosted by Hope Wellness Center in Dover!

Events like this highlight the power of community partnerships in expanding access to compassionate, high-quality care for Delaware neighbors in need 💪🏼💙

04/06/2026

Meet Matthew Handling, MD, and John E. Webb, PA-C.

Dr. Handling is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with a Fellowship in Sports Medicine. He specializes in knee replacement, sports medicine, arthroscopy, and fracture care.

Dr. Handling works closely with John E. Webb, PA-C, a Physician Assistant with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Towson University in Maryland.

Our Physician Assistants work collaboratively with our Physicians to deliver compassionate and comprehensive orthopaedic care. For more information about our Physicians and Physician Assistants, please visit firststateortho.com!