University Hospital
About University Hospital
Located in Columbia, Missouri, MU Health Care is a premier academic health center and the region's only dedicated orthopaedic hospital, the Missouri Orthopaedic Institute. Specializing in both complex surgical interventions and advanced non-surgical joint pain relief, the practice leverages groundbreaking research from the Thompson Laboratory for Regenerative Orthopaedics to offer cutting-edge treatments. Their comprehensive approach integrates subspecialty expertise across the entire musculoskeletal system, ensuring patients receive personalized care ranging from sports injury recovery to joint preservation. The practice distinguishes itself through a robust portfolio of regenerative orthopedics, including ultrasound-guided platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections and biologic joint restoration procedures that utilize donor tissue to repair cartilage without metal implants. Emphasizing a minimally invasive philosophy, their surgeons employ robotic-assisted technology and 3D-printed custom implants for precise joint replacements and complex reconstructions. This commitment to innovation extends to their status as a Level I Trauma Center and the official health care provider for Mizzou Athletics, offering elite-level care to athletes and the general public alike. As a leader in orthopaedic education and outcomes research, MU Health Care tracks patient data to continuously refine treatment protocols and advance the field. The team includes board-certified orthopaedic surgeons, physiatrists, physical therapists, and chiropractors who collaborate to provide seamless care under one roof. With certifications as a Center of Excellence for hip and knee replacement and advanced shoulder surgery, the practice delivers high-quality, evidence-based medicine designed to restore mobility and improve quality of life for patients across Missouri and beyond.