State-of-the-Art Care

Swift Institute partners with many fully licensed and accredited outpatient surgery centers across Northern Nevada, offering advanced technology, convenient access, and a comfortable care experience close to home.

True Experts

Our physicians have completed years of specialized training, including fellowships in arthroscopy, sports medicine, minimally invasive joint replacement, hand surgery, spine surgery, and foot and ankle reconstruction.

A Long Standing Tradition

Since 1966, Swift Institute has been trusted by referring physicians and tens of thousands of patients across Northern Nevada, earning a long-standing reputation for exceptional orthopedic care.

Our Expert Providers

Edward L. Birdsong, MD, FAAOS
Orthopedic Surgeon, Hand & Upper Extremity, Reno and Carson City
Edward L. Birdsong, MD, FAAOS
Orthopedic Surgeon, Hand & Upper Extremity, Reno and Carson City
Keith Card DPM, foot and ankle surgeon, foot and ankle surgery
Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Carson City
Keith Card DPM, foot and ankle surgeon, foot and ankle surgery
Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Carson City
Dr. Dirig, joint replacement carson city, joint replacement reno, nevada
Orthopedic Surgeon, Reno and Carson City
Dr. Dirig, joint replacement carson city, joint replacement reno, nevada
Orthopedic Surgeon, Reno and Carson City
Dr. Michael Edmunds, a Carson City-based orthopedic surgeon is smiling for his headshot
Orthopedic Surgeon, Carson City
Dr. Michael Edmunds, a Carson City-based orthopedic surgeon is smiling for his headshot
Orthopedic Surgeon, Carson City

How We Can Help

Our orthopedic team provides comprehensive care for the joints, bones, and soft tissues of the body. From innovative surgical procedures to rehabilitation and non-surgical treatments, we create personalized plans tailored to your condition, lifestyle, and goals.

We treat a wide range of injuries and conditions that affect movement, strength, and daily comfort. Whether your pain developed suddenly or over time, our team focuses on restoring function and helping you return to what you do best.

  • Arthritis of the hand & wrist
  • Cubital tunnel syndrome
  • De Quervain’s tendonitis (tenosynovitis)
  • Finger fracture
  • Nerve injury
  • Caring for fractures

Our surgical team offers advanced procedures to restore joint function, repair injuries, and relieve pain.

  • ACL reconstruction
  • Ankle arthroscopy
  • Elbow arthroscopy, surgery, and replacement
  • Finger joint replacement
  • Hand and wrist surgery
  • Foot and ankle surgery, including hammertoe correction
  • Joint replacement, knee replacement, and hip replacement
  • Rotator cuff and shoulder surgery
  • Surgery for torn labrums
  • Tommy John surgery

We use the latest technologies and minimally invasive techniques to support faster recovery and better outcomes.

  • Bear implant for ACL tears
  • Mako robot for knee replacement
  • Lipogems
  • Orthobiologics
  • Non-surgical injections
  • Dry needling

Recovery and ongoing care are key to long-term joint and muscle health. We provide comprehensive rehabilitation and supportive treatments.

  • CoreAlign® musculoskeletal rehabilitation, post-operative recovery, performance enhancement
  • Physical therapy (all locations)
  • Post-surgery physical therapy
  • Remote therapeutic monitoring
  • Sports medicine treatment
  • Pain management
  • Casting & splinting

Get The Care You Need.

Get The Care You Need.

Complete Orthopedic Capabilities

In orthopedic surgery, the more comprehensive your capabilities, the more potential solutions you have to help patients rebuild their function, mobility and quality of life. Our orthopedic specialists do this with advanced treatment methods that can mean better results and a faster, more complete return to your normal activities.

Find A Location

Swift Physical Therapy

973 Mica Drive, Suite 101 and 201
Carson City, NV 89705

(775)-348-8800
Specialties: Orthopedics, Spine, Interventional Pain Management
Swift Physical Therapy

780 Vista Blvd.
Sparks, NV 89434

(775)-348-8800
Specialties: Orthopedics, Spine, Interventional Pain Management, Digital X-Ray, Open Weight-Bearing MRI, Physical Therapy
Swift Physical Therapy

2874 North Carson Street, Suite 210
Carson City, Nevada 89706

(775)-348-8800
Specialties: Orthopedics, Spine, Interventional Pain Management
Swift Physical Therapy

10539 Professional Circle, Suite 201
Reno, NV 89521

Swift Urgent Clinic shares office space with Swift Institute and welcomes both walk-ins and scheduled appointments.

(775)-348-8800
Specialties: Orthopedics, Spine, Interventional Pain Management, Urgent Clinic, Digital X-Ray, Casting / Splinting, Podiatry