About Columbia Orthopaedic Group
Columbia, MO is a special place and at Columbia Orthopaedic Group we strive to be a part of the community.
About Columbia Orthopaedic Group
Columbia Orthopaedic Group continues to move patients forward in orthopaedic care through a passion for clinical skill, innovation, teamwork, wellness advocacy and patient-centered care. Whether caring for high performance athletes or restoring function in seniors, the physicians and staff have the training and expertise to deliver the latest in orthopaedic treatment.
For your convenience, we also have an impressive array of onsite ancillary services, including diagnostic imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT), outpatient surgery, PRP therapy, bracing & orthotics and more.
We have specialized physicians devoted to the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of injuries and diseases of the muscles, bones, joints and soft tissue, Columbia Orthopaedic Group can get you back to health and doing the things you love to do. To schedule an appointment, call our office in Columbia, Missouri at (573) 876-8141.
The Columbia Orthopaedic Group started in December 1965 in a little white house on Broadway Blvd in downtown Columbia, Missouri. The three founding partners quickly gained patients from across the mid-Missouri area. By 1969 Columbia Orthopaedic Group had doubled in size.
Eager to develop the healthcare landscape in Columbia, the physicians partnered with neighboring practices to build Columbia Regional Hospital in 1972. From there, sub-specialty programs developed including sports medicine, spine, joint replacement, hand and upper extremity, foot and ankle, and trauma and fracture care.
The sports medicine practice, in particular, has seen exciting advances. From training alongside Olympic athletes (twice) to assisting on the sidelines of the Women’s World Cup, COG had a part in orthopaedics at an international level. Columbia Orthopaedic Group’s president, Dr. Mark Adams, recounts being a team physician for the 1996 (Atlanta) and 2000 (Sydney) olympics as some of the highlights of his career. The physicians even cared for members of the Harlem Globetrotters while traveling on tour.
At the state level, COG became the preferred provider for student-athletes of the University of Missouri in Columbia and Rolla, and the University of Kansas among other programs. COG has been providing exceptional care to student-athletes since the 1970s.
By 2008 Clinic growth once again outpaced the current facility so Columbia Orthopaedic Group expanded into a brand new 72,000 square foot state-of-the-art building at the southwest corner of Broadway and Keene Street. This custom-designed facility consists of physician offices, exam rooms, an imaging center, and an in-house ambulatory surgery center, all conveniently under one roof.
Today, we have 26 physicians and surgeons who are committed to excellence in the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of orthopaedic injury and disease.
For more than 60 years, Columbia Orthopaedic Group has provided patients with the comfort and care needed to return to active lifestyles and maintain mobility. Our responsibility to you is to provide excellence in surgical and non-surgical orthopaedic care. We look forward to serving the residents of Columbia, Missouri and the surrounding communities for many more years to come.
Key Facts About Columbia Orthopaedic Group
For patients across Columbia and Mid-Missouri, Columbia Orthopaedic Group provides complete orthopaedic care for bone, joint, muscle, spine, sports, fracture, and pain conditions. Since 1965, patients have trusted Columbia Orthopaedic Group for clear answers, coordinated care, and a care journey built to help them move forward.
Located at 1 South Keene Street in Columbia, Missouri, Columbia Orthopaedic Group brings many parts of the orthopaedic care journey together under one roof, including evaluation, imaging, treatment planning, outpatient surgery, pharmacy, durable medical equipment, and recovery support.
What patients can find here
- Comprehensive orthopaedic evaluation and treatment
- Orthopaedic urgent care through the Orthopaedic Urgent Care Hub
- On-site imaging, including X-ray, MRI, and CT
- Outpatient surgical care
- Pharmacy services
- Durable medical equipment, bracing, and orthotics
- Bone health, nutrition management, and rheumatology services
- Clear next steps from diagnosis to treatment and recovery
Orthopaedic specialties
Columbia Orthopaedic Group provides specialty care across many areas of bone, joint, muscle, spine, and sports medicine, including:
- Foot and ankle
- Fracture care
- Hand, wrist, and elbow
- Hip
- Knee
- Pain management
- Shoulder
- Spine and neck
- Sports medicine
Orthopaedic Urgent Care Hub
The Orthopaedic Urgent Care Hub, also known as OUCH, gives patients walk-in access for many non-life-threatening bone, joint, and muscle injuries. Patients can walk in during open hours without an appointment for fast evaluation and clear next steps.
- Monday to Friday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Saturday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Location: 1 South Keene Street, Columbia, Missouri 65201
- Phone: (573) 443-2402
OUCH is a good fit for
- New bone, joint, or muscle injuries
- Sprains and strains
- Possible fractures
- Sports injuries
- Work injuries
- Joint pain that needs fast evaluation
Patients should go to the emergency room or call 911 for serious or life-threatening symptoms, including chest pain, trouble breathing, severe bleeding, head injury, stroke symptoms, open wounds, burns, animal bites, or bone protruding through the skin.
Insurance and referrals
Columbia Orthopaedic Group accepts many insurance plans and welcomes Medicare and workers' compensation claimants. Some insurance plans require referrals, including certain HMO, managed care, and Veterans Affairs Community Care Network plans. Patients should verify referral requirements with their insurance provider before scheduling or arriving for care.
Patients who are not sure whether they need a referral can contact Columbia Orthopaedic Group before their visit.
Common questions
What is Columbia Orthopaedic Group?
Columbia Orthopaedic Group is an independent orthopaedic care group in Columbia, Missouri. The practice provides care for bone, joint, muscle, spine, sports, fracture, and pain conditions.
Where is Columbia Orthopaedic Group located?
Columbia Orthopaedic Group is located at 1 South Keene Street, Columbia, Missouri 65201.
Does Columbia Orthopaedic Group offer urgent care?
Yes. Columbia Orthopaedic Group offers walk-in orthopaedic urgent care through the Orthopaedic Urgent Care Hub for many bone, joint, and muscle injuries.
Do I need an appointment for orthopaedic urgent care?
No appointment is needed for orthopaedic urgent care during OUCH open hours.
Do I need a referral to see Columbia Orthopaedic Group?
Referral requirements depend on the patient's insurance plan. Some HMO, managed care, and Veterans Affairs Community Care Network plans may require a referral. Patients should verify requirements with their insurance provider or contact Columbia Orthopaedic Group before their visit.
What services are available on-site?
Columbia Orthopaedic Group offers on-site imaging, outpatient surgery, pharmacy, durable medical equipment, bone health care, nutrition management, rheumatology, and orthopaedic urgent care.
What conditions does Columbia Orthopaedic Group treat?
Columbia Orthopaedic Group treats many orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions, including joint pain, arthritis, fractures, sports injuries, spine and neck pain, back pain, sprains, strains, tendon injuries, nerve pain, and mobility-limiting conditions.
Need orthopaedic care? Request an appointment with Columbia Orthopaedic Group or walk into OUCH during open hours for many non-life-threatening bone, joint, and muscle injuries.
Onsite Facilities
At Columbia Orthopaedic Group in Columbia, Missouri, we provide you with comprehensive orthopedic and sports medicine care. Our goal is to get you well and back to your regular routine as quickly as possible. For your convenience, we offer a wide range of ancillary services in our office, including:
