Specialties
Dr. Anakwenze offers both operative and non-operative treatments based not only on the latest research and evidence but also on the unique individual needs and expectations of each patient.
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
About
Dr. AnakwenzeBoard Certified Orthopedic SurgeonShoulder Specialist
I am the head of shoulder surgery at Duke. Connecting with and caring for patients is very rewarding and is the reason I went into medicine. I take pride in providing both operative and non-operative treatments based not only on the latest research and evidence but also on the unique individual needs and expectations of each patient.
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Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Total shoulder replacement surgery is performed to relieve symptoms of severe shoulder pain and disability due to arthritis. In this surgery, the damaged articulating parts of the shoulder joint are removed and replaced with artificial prostheses. Replacement of both the humeral head and the socket is called a total shoulder replacement.
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Proximal humeral fractures, which typically occur in elderly persons.
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Calcific tendinitis of the rotator cuff tendons is a common cause of shoulder pain in adults.
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Superior humeral head migration might be a radiological aid in diagnosing patients.
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