Frederick F. Buechel, Jr., M.D. | Orthopaedic Surgeon | (239) 659-5633 (KNEE)
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International & Out of Area Consultations
International and out of area Candidates can send Dr. Buechel, Jr. their information for review. After Dr.
Buechel’s information & x-ray review, they are contacted by our staff and instructed on the next step. The
next step is for the patient (and family) to travel to Naples, have an appointment with the doctor to confirm
the MAKOplasty Procedure would be appropriate for the patient and have the procedure performed at the
Robotic Joint Replacement Center that week. Dr. Buechel requests the following Information be sent to for
his review:
History:
1.
Medical History that includes the location of your knee pain, your current height & weight, current
medication list including blood thinners, surgical history, family history, alcohol history, smoking
history, any history of blot clots or bleeding conditions, any history of infections, your pain level
estimate (rated 1-10, with 10 being the worst pain), and current walking distance and activity
level. Treatments to date and for how long including NSAIDs, injections of cortisone or
Hylauronic Acids, braces, physical therapy.
X-ray views:
(Completed within the last 3 months on CD, DVD, stick drive or regular x-ray film)
1. Standing Anterior to Posterior view (AP) of both knees
2. Standing Posterior to Anterior 45 degree Flexion (PA) views of
both knees (Notch Views)
3. Lateral view (Side View to see Bone Spurs and Knee Cap)
4. Sunrise view (To see the Knee Cap Space)
Information can be sent to:
Frederick F. Buechel, Jr. MD
Robotic Joint Replacement Center
Physicians Regional Medical Center
6101 Pine Ridge Road, 2nd Floor Suite
Naples, Florida 34119
Please include self-addressed stamped envelopes for any materials you wish to have returned to you with
instructions for our staff after your information has been reviewed by Dr. Buechel.
Concierge Plan
International & private pay patients have access to our Concierge Plan for their short stay in Naples during
the procedure. A variety of housing choices are available for patients traveling for their procedure. Local
rental homes, condominiums, and a full range of hotel options are available for patients and their families
during their stay in Naples. Private transportation services are available and can be arranged to and from
airports, lodging, restaurants and attractions for patients and family.
1. Standing Anterior to Posterior view (AP) of both knees
2. Standing Posterior to Anterior 45 degree Flexion (PA) views of
both knees (Notch Views)
3. Lateral view (Side View to see Bone Spurs and Knee Cap)
4. Sunrise view (To see the Knee Cap Space)
Information can be sent to:
Frederick F. Buechel, Jr. MD
Robotic Joint Replacement Center
Physicians Regional Medical Center
6101 Pine Ridge Road, 2nd Floor Suite
Naples, Florida 34119
Please include self-addressed stamped envelopes for any materials you wish to have returned to you with
instructions for our staff after your information has been reviewed by Dr. Buechel.
Concierge Plan
International & private pay patients have access to our Concierge Plan for their short stay in Naples during
the procedure. A variety of housing choices are available for patients traveling for their procedure. Local
rental homes, condominiums, and a full range of hotel options are available for patients and their families
during their stay in Naples. Private transportation services are available and can be arranged to and from
airports, lodging, restaurants and attractions for patients and family.
Frederick F. Buechel, Jr., M.D. | MAKOplasty® International Destination Center | 239-659-5633 (KNEE)
Physicians Regional Medical Center, 6101 Pine Ridge Road, Second Floor, Naples, FL 34119
2012 © by Robotic Joint Replacement Center
Frederick F. Buechel, Jr., M.D.
Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
MAKOplasty® Robotic Knee Resurfacing
& Total Knee Replacement Specialist
(239) 659-5633 (KNEE)
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