Dr. Saunders Receives Innovation Award
Friday, March 30th, 2012Congratulations to our very own Dr. Karl Saunders. The president of Orthopaedic Associates of Zanesville received the Genesis P.R.I.D.E. award for “Innovation/Inspiration” this week. As a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Saunders has more than 30 years of experience, but continues to live on the cutting-edge of the industry. He brought the anterior approach to total hip replacement to Zanesville, allowing patients to have fewer limitations in mobility. This technique decreases patients’ pain and rehabilitation time, while lowering the possibility for complications and the need for narcotics.
Dr. Saunders represents innovation through his commitment to high-quality orthopaedic surgery care, representing the Genesis HealthCare System mission: to provide comprehensive, compassionate health care. Dr. Saunders often participates in educational events for members of the community and takes the time to thoroughly answer questions expressed by referring physicians, patients and their family members.
Dr. Saunders was also instrumental in the planning stages of EPIC, developing its orthopaedic orders and protocols as an enthusiastic leader. He continues to look for ways to improve the process and bring the highest quality of care to orthopaedic patients. Congratulations to Dr. Saunders on this prestigious honor!

