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Peter D. Vizzi, MD

Orthopedics

Address:

1301 Camellia Blvd, Suite 102
Lafayette, LA 70508

Contact:

Phone: (337) 233-3201

Board Certifications:

• National Board of Medical Examiner
• American Board of Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Vizzi has over 20 years of experience as a physician in the specialty of Orthopedic Surgery. He cares for conditions of the musculoskeletal system, which include the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues supporting the skeleton. He specializes in joint replacement of the hip, knee and shoulder, arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee, sports medicine injuries and general Orthopedic care. His practice encompasses a wide range of Orthopedic and Sports Medicine conditions, including arthritic conditions, athletic injuries, and broken bones/fracture care. He prescribes a full range of treatments including exercises, medications, physical therapy, and surgery. When surgery is indicated, Dr. Peter Vizzi will use advanced arthroscopic and surgical techniques to address your problem. Dr. Peter Vizzi is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons. His board certification includes certification in joint replacement surgery, sports medicine intervention, arthroscopic surgery, fracture care, and hand and wrist injuries. This encompasses surgical and nonsurgical treatment of conditions and injuries to the joints and long bones of the upper and lower extremities and conditions of the spine. He constantly updates his knowledge with the most recent state of the art techniques in orthopedic surgery by regularly attending continuing medical educational seminars, by reviewing up to date literature, and by participating in the maintenance of certification program of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons. Dr. Peter Vizzi and staff are committed to diagnosing and treating patients’ conditions as effectively and as efficiently as possible. They believe that good communication with their patients contributes to their success. Accordingly, patients are encouraged to be well-informed participants in their treatment and recovery by asking questions and discussing their issues. The well-being of each patient is the primary concern. Dr. Vizzi has been an avid sports participant since childhood and still competes in local sporting events. Through his participation in sports, he has a deep understanding of the injuries sustained and the implications to daily life.