Emergency Care

At his offices in Beverly Hills and the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, orthopedic surgeon Robert H. Cho, MD, offers emergency care for the accidents and injuries that happen when you least expect them. Whether you've experienced a sports injury, a fall, or sudden joint pain, knowing when and where to address urgent musculoskeletal injuries and conditions can help you avoid complications and ease pain. Access emergency care now by contacting the nearest office, using the website, or calling the after-hours line for help.

What is emergency care? 

Emergency care with Dr. Cho focuses on diagnosing and treating you when urgent injuries affect your:

• Bones
• Joints
• Muscles
• Ligaments
• Tendons
• Other musculoskeletal structures

Unlike routine orthopedic appointments, emergency care addresses conditions that need immediate attention to relieve pain, prevent further damage, and support your best possible recovery.

When should I seek emergency care? 

Get urgent orthopedic care if you experience a sudden injury or symptoms that significantly affect your ability to move, bear weight, or perform daily activities. Prompt evaluation is especially important if you notice:

• Severe pain after a fall, accident, or sports injury
• A suspected broken bone or fracture
• A visibly deformed joint or limb
• Inability to walk or bear weight
• Sudden joint dislocation
• Significant swelling or bruising
• Acute tendon, ligament, or muscle injuries
• Persistent pain that worsens rather than improves

If an injury involves life-threatening symptoms, severe bleeding, loss of consciousness, chest pain, or difficulty breathing, call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room immediately.

What conditions can emergency care address? 

Emergency care can evaluate and treat a wide range of urgent musculoskeletal conditions, such as:

• Fractures and broken bones
• Joint dislocations
• Sprains and ligament injuries
• Muscle strains and tears
• Tendon injuries
• Sports-related injuries
• Acute back, neck, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle, or wrist injuries
• Sudden orthopedic pain that requires immediate evaluation

Dr. Cho can determine the extent of your injury and develop a treatment plan that may include imaging, bracing, casting, physical therapy, medication, or surgery when necessary.

How can I access emergency care? 

Dr. Cho is committed to providing timely care for injuries. During regular office hours, contact the nearest office to schedule an urgent evaluation.

For concerns that arise after hours or on weekends, you can access additional support through the Ortho Care on Demand service. An after-hours phone line connects you with orthopedic professionals who can help determine the next appropriate steps for your care.

When an orthopedic injury can’t wait, faster evaluation and treatment can make a significant difference in your recovery. 

With emergency care, you can have greater peace of mind that if you experience an urgent musculoskeletal injury, you’ll have the expert care you need when you need it most.

Call the nearest office or the after-hours phone line, or request your emergency care appointment online today.