Putnam Surgical
Specialties
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Fax number: 765-301-7439
Surgeons
Dr. Robin Mendelsohn has proudly served patients in Putnam County for more than 24 years, providing trusted, comprehensive orthopedic care to the community. Throughout her career, she has remained committed to continuous education and advanced training to ensure her patients receive the highest quality care close to home.
Dr. Mendelsohn specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of orthopedic conditions, from common injuries such as sprains and strains to complex fracture care and reconstructive procedures. Her expertise includes knee and hip replacement surgery, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, rotator cuff repair, ACL reconstruction, fracture care, sports medicine, and carpal tunnel release. She is dedicated to helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to the activities they enjoy through personalized treatment plans and compassionate care.
Dr. Mendelsohn understands that orthopedic injuries can happen unexpectedly, which is why she offers walk-in appointments every Monday morning from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for patients experiencing new injuries or urgent orthopedic concerns.
Dedicated to serving the community she has called home for decades, Dr. Mendelsohn provides expert orthopedic care with the experience, skill, and compassion patients can trust.
A board-certified, fellowship trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon. He holds 3 Ivy League degrees and completed prestigious residency and Spine fellowship training programs. Dr. Ye is an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor at Indiana University School of Medicine. He has been sought out as an expert witness in worker’s compensation cases. Dr. Ye has been asked to give presentations to multiple national and international organizations on spine research. Dr. Ye is pleased to provide superb spine care to the people of Central and West Central Indiana. In addition to traditional spine surgery techniques, he has special training and interest in total disc replacement, minimally invasive decompression and fusion techniques. He utilizes the newest technologies in spine surgery, such as computer navigation and robotic surgery. By combining proven techniques and the latest technologies, Dr. Ye aims to get patients back to their feet, back to their jobs and back to their lives. Dr. Ye is proud to be a compassionate listener, who will address your concerns and answer your questions.
To schedule an appointment please call 317-564-6830
Dr. Vincent Puccia is a board-certified General Surgeon dedicated to providing high-quality surgical care with a focus on patient safety, comfort, and individualized treatment. With extensive education, advanced training, and a commitment to staying current with surgical advancements, Dr. Puccia provides comprehensive surgical services to patients in the community.
Dr Puccia ‘s surgical expertise includes the evaluation and treatment of a wide range of conditions and procedures including upper endoscopy and colonoscopy, appendectomy and gallbladder surgery, breast surgery including lumpectomy and mastectomy for cancer, treatment of skin lesions and skin cancer, hernia repair, bowel surgery, hemorrhoidectomy and medical treatment of anal fissures, skin grafts procedures.
Dr. Puccia is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered surgical care by partnering with patients throughout their healthcare journey. He takes the time to understand each patient’s concerns, explain treatment options, and develop personalized care plans designed to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Dr. Puccia’s education and training include research fellowship at Baylor University and University Medical School, residency training at Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati and the University of Medical School at Palermo, and a graduate degree from the University of Medical School at Palermo.
Dr. Michael J. Brumfield is a board-certified General Surgeon through the American Board of Surgery, dedicated to providing comprehensive surgical care with a focus on patient safety, comfort, and personalized treatment. With extensive training in general surgery and cosmetic procedures, Dr. Brumfield brings a broad range of surgical expertise to the community.
Dr. Brumfield began his medical career earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Imaging (X-ray Technology) from the Oregon Institute of Technology in Klamath Falls, Oregon, in 1992. He later earned his medical degree from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Vallejo, California, in 2007. He completed his General Surgery Residency at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital in Wyandotte, Michigan, in 2012, followed by a Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship at Arizona Centre Plastic Surgery in Tucson, Arizona, in 2013.
Dr. Brumfield provides surgical care for a wide range of conditions and procedures, including appendectomy, gallbladder removal, hernia repair, complex abdominal wall hernias, colon resection for cancer and benign disease, and upper and lower endoscopy. His expertise also includes breast procedures such as lumpectomy, mastectomy, and breast reduction; cancer-related surgeries including breast and skin cancer procedures, chemotherapy port placement, and PleurX drain placement for abdominal or chest fluid management.
Additional areas of care include sterilization procedures such as tubal ligation and vasectomy, thoracentesis, paracentesis, central line placement, amputations, toenail and ingrown toenail procedures, and evaluation and removal of lumps and bumps including moles and lipomas. Dr. Brumfield also provides dermatologic treatments such as cryotherapy for conditions including moles, milia, seborrheic keratosis, warts, and condyloma.
With specialized training in cosmetic surgery, Dr. Brumfield offers procedures including blepharoplasty, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), excess skin removal, scar revision, and earlobe repair.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Brumfield enjoys spending time outdoors through hunting, freshwater fishing, camping, traveling, and road trips with his wife. He also enjoys working outside, spending time with friends and family, and making the most of time spent in the community he serves.
Dr. Brumfield is committed to providing compassionate, skilled surgical care while helping each patient feel informed, supported, and confident throughout their treatment journey.
At Putnam County Hospital’s Surgery Center, our goal is to provide all of our patients with top quality and personable care throughout the entire process: pre-operative to post-operative. Our associates feel it is a privilege to be able to offer such a high level of care for our neighbors, family and friends in a high tech facility close to home.
Our own, Dr. Robin Mendelsohn, Orthopedic Surgeon provide great care for our patients. Other local physicians use the facility as well for podiatry, ophthalmology (eyes), and otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat) to name a few.
In 2005, the Hospital expanded the Surgery Department with edition of the 24,830-square foot Surgery Center. Today, the outpatient facility provides patients with the option of having prompt, effective procedures locally.
The Surgery Center houses seven pre-operative patient rooms, seven procedure rooms, and twelve post-operative or recovery rooms. Currently, the Sleep Study Lab bedrooms are located in the Surgery Center allowing an easy accessible and peaceful location.
Consultations can be scheduled with each of our local surgeons by calling Putnam Surgical Specialties at 765-301-7430.
Are you having a procedure that will require physical therapy as you recover? Check out our Swing Bed Program to see if it might be right for you or contact our Case Management Nurse to get your questions answered.