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Biography: A native Virginian, Dr. Amanda Trucksess attended The College of William and Mary where she was a member of their Division I swim team. With a strong interest in athletics as well as human biomechanics and physiology, Dr. Trucksess graduated cum laude with a major in kinesiology. She went on to earn her medical degree from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond where she was named to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Following medical school, she completed a four year residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (known as physiatry) is a sub-specialty of medicine that focuses on the restoration of function and the non-operative treatment of nerve, muscle, and bone disorders. Dr. Trucksess chose this specialty because it allowed her to integrate her interest in human physiology with her passion for patient care.

Care Philosophy: Getting people back to what they love – whether it be elite athletics, work, recreational sports, or simple, everyday activities – drives his passion for orthopedics.

Care Philosophy: Hand health is so important to a person's ability to live a full and productive life. After all, healthy hands can make great things! To ensure your entire body can carry you actively and pain-free into the future, we have created a continuum of care model that serves our patients from their very first symptoms to full recovery in a modern, monitored, integrated program. Our clinics provide our patients with cutting edge, comprehensive orthopedic, diagnostic, physical therapy, and wellness services all under one roof. Together, we can restore your independence so you can live more of the life you want.