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OA Update - Volume 1, Issue 1 (2.4 MB PDF File)
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OA Haiti Team interviewed by Jim Cyr - WGME News 13, Februay 13, 2010
OA Haiti Team is interviewed by WGME's Jim Cyr about their trip to Haiti. Clip

Team from OA going to Haiti - February 5, 2010
OA has sent a team (one surgeon and two nurses) to Haiti to assist in the relief effort and is blogging their travels. Click here to read their blog. OA Haiti Blog

OA honored with 2009 Ganley Award - October 26, 2009
OA Centers for Orthopaedics announced today that it has been awarded the 2009 Ganley Award for outstanding service to the athletic programs of Portland and South Portland. More

New Walk-in Sports Medicine Clinics For Injured Athletics Launched - September 9, 2009
Saturday morning clinics in Portland and Saco provide access to specialists and less-costly alternative to emergency room visits for sports-related injuries. More

On The Road With Local Cycling Team - Travis Lee - News 8 Sports
A local cycling team has found that banding together has been a rewarding experience in many ways. Clip

Bibeau able to get back into the game after hip surgery - Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram- September 9, 2009
What does Ron Bibeau, the head golf professional at Riverside GC in Portland, have in common with Alex Rodriguez and Mike Lowell? Article   Press Release   Blog Post

Dr George Babikian interviewed by Vivien Leigh - WCSH6 News, June 9, 2009
Dr George Babikian is interviewed by WCSH6's Vivien Leigh about hip replacement surgery ("24 hour hip"). Article  Clip

Dr Stephen Kelly interviewed by Kim Block - WGME News 13, May 19, 2009
Dr Stephen Kelly is interviewed by WGME's Kim Block about joint replacement therapy. Clip1   Clip2

Educational Lecture Series - May 1, 2009
Join OA's physicians for an educational series highlighting leading edge options for fast receovery, durable results, high activity, and less pain after joint replacement surgery. More

New Masters Team introduced - CyclingNews.com - April 2, 2009
The OA Centers for Orthopaedics and CycleMania of Portland, Maine, announced on Wednesday their sponsorship of the newly created OA Performance Center / CycleMania Masters Cycling Team. More

New Masters Cycling Team introduced at OA - March 31, 2009
The OA Centers for Orthopaedics and CycleMania of Portland today announced their sponsorship of the newly created OA Performance Center / CycleMania Masters Cycling Team. More

Picture slideshow from the OA Sports Center Grand Opening - March 21, 2009
Photos from the OA Sports Center Grand Opening held March 21, 2009 - More

Orthopedic Sports Center Opens - WCSH6 News, March 21, 2009
A new orthopedic sports center and ice centre opened today in Saco. More

A center with emphasis on injury prevention - Portland Press Herald, March 21, 2009
The OA Performance Center in Saco has programs for all measure of young athletes. More

OA Sports Center opens in Saco with a visit from Governor Baldacci - MaineBusiness.com, March 17, 2009
Day of family fun begins with a welcome from Governor Baldacci. More

Dr Stephen Kelly interviewed by Kim Block - WGME News 13, March 13, 2009
Dr Stephen Kelly is interviewed by WGME's Kim Block about physical therapy and joint replacement. More

Lee Nelson visits the Parisi Speed School - WCSH6 Morning Report, March 9, 2009
Lee Nelson visits the Parisi Speed School at the OA Sports Center in Saco. More

Sports Science in Saco - WCSH6 Morning Report Blog, February 12, 2009
Lee Nelson - Have you ever watched that show "Sports Science"? It's on the Fox Sports channel on cable. More

OA Sports Center Human Performance Lab - University of New England News, January 14, 2009
BIDDEFORD, Maine – OA Centers for Orthopaedics and the University of New England announced plans to open a human performance laboratory at the new OA Sports Center in Saco, Maine. More

Sports Performance Lab to open in Saco - Portland Press Herald, January 14, 2009
OA Centers for Orthopaedics and the University of New England today announced plans to open a human performance laboratory at the new OA Sports Center in Saco. More

UNE Opening Human Performance Lab - keepMEcurrent.com, January 14, 2009
SACO (Jan 14, 2009) - OA Centers for Orthopaedics and the University of New England (UNE) today announced plans to open a human performance laboratory at the new OA Sports Center in Saco. More

Dr Murray TV interview on Tom Brady injury. - WGME-TV News 13, September 10, 2008
Dave Eid discusses the Tom Brady injury with Dr Thomas Murray. More (8.5 MB WMV File)

New Sports Complex comes to Saco! - WGME-TV News 13, August 6, 2008
New state of art rehab & training facility combined with a brand new ice rink. More (7 MB WMV File)

Former Plant to House Sports Center - Portland Press Herald, July 25, 2008
Offerings of the OA Sports Center will range from sporting events to physical therapy. More

Soccer orthopedist keeps his foot in the door - Portland Press Herald, July 12, 2008
Dr William Heinz, who works in Portland, will be with the U.S. Olympic team -- just part of his travels. More

Local doctor will travel to Beijing - The Forecaster, July 11, 2008
OA Dr. William Heinz heads to Beijing. More

New Hips from Dr. Babikian - Rangeley Highlander, July 11, 2008
New Hips from Dr. Babikian. More

OA Doctor Stitches Up World Class Athletes - Scarborough Leader, July 3, 2008
OA Dr. William Heinz heads to Beijing. More

Interview with Doctor William Heinz - WSCH6, June 30, 2008
OA Dr. William Heinz discusses medical support issues for the 2008 U.S. Olympic athletes. More

Maine Orthopedist Selected to Accompany U.S. Men’s Soccer Team at Summer Olympics in China - Soccer Maine, June 18, 2008
OA Center for Orthopaedics' Own Dr. William Heinz To Help Keep Athletes "In the Game" as Men's Soccer Tries for Olympic Gold in Beijing. More

Press Releases:

OA Centers for Orthopaedics and University of New England Announce New Sports Performance Lab at the OA Sports Center in Saco
January 14, 2009 - OA Centers for Orthopaedics and the University of New England (UNE) today announced plans to open a human performance laboratory at the new OA Sports Center in Saco. The first of its kind in Northern New England.. More

OA Maine Sports Medicine Doctor selected to Accompany Top U.S. Athletes for the 2008 ITU Long Distance Duathlon World Championship in Geel, Belgium
U.S.A. Triathlon has selected Dr. Scott Marr to accompany the U.S.  Men’s and Women’s Duathlon Teams at the ITU Long Distance World Championship in Geel, Belgium on August 10, 2008. More

OA Centers for Orthopaedics and Maine Hockey Group Rehab Saco Building
New Sports Performance Center Includes MHG Ice Centre, Orthopaedic & Physical Therapy Practices and More. More

OA Doctor selected as Olympic Physician!
Maine Orthopedist Selected to Accompany U.S. Men’s Soccer Team at Summer Olympics in China. More

OA Recognized as ‘Best Performer’ in National Study by Ambulatory Health Care Association
AAAHC Institute’s 2007 Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscectomy Benchmarking Study Identifies OA Having Lowest Pre-Procedure and Procedure Time. More

Educational Resources:

Same Day Hip Surgery
Hip surgery in the AM, walk out our front door that afternoon. More

Seasonal Resources:

If the Bike Fits, Ride It!
How to steer clear of early season mistakes. More

Visit Our Tri-Maine Series Training & Preparation Blog

Races, Training and Injury Prevention Tips for Maine Triathletes Brought to You by the OA Sports Medicine Center. More