ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY
When you’re in pain and need orthopedic care, access to specialists close to home is invaluable. In the DCH Outpatient Clinic, we’re proud to offer a robust orthopedic program, with access to many specialists. In addition to Dr. Tyson Cobb (hand-to-shoulder), Dr. Metzger (podiatry), and. Dr. Zaki Ibrahim (spine/neck), Dr. Daniel Reinhardt (general ortho) rounds out our robust orthopedic program.
Dr. Reinhart’s general orthopedic clinic offers many of the orthopedic services available today in the DCH Outpatient Clinic, but also bring additional advanced surgical procedures to our facility. A Kansas City native, Dr. Reinhardt is known for his expertise in direct anterior hip arthroplasty, and multimodal pain control strategies that minimize opioid use and promote faster recovery. With his expertise, and our new Hana surgical table, we now offer anterior hip replacement procedures in addition to our current lineup of total joint replacement services.
What is the benefit of the direct anterior hip replacement versus traditional methods? This type of surgery is done by creating the incision on the front of the leg (near the groin) versus the back of the leg, or the side. This entry method makes it possible for the surgeon to reach the hip joint by separating muscles, rather than splitting them. Therefore, this procedure is tied to less pain after surgery, especially in the first two to four weeks.
Are hip replacements the only procedure Dr. Reinhardt offers? No! While Dr. Reinhardt specializes in this procedure, he also performs total joint replacements of the knee, fracture care, reconstructive surgery, and repairs after traumatic injuries.
Why should I choose DCH for my orthopedic care? In our robust program, with specialists for joint replacements, spine/neck surgery, and hand-to-shoulder minimally invasive procedures, Dr. Reinhardt is just the latest highly qualified addition to our well-rounded line up of services.
If you receive a referral for orthopedic surgery from your primary care physician, ask them to refer to your Decatur County Hospital so you can receive exceptional care, close to home. Call our Outpatient Clinic at 641-446-2285 to get your appointment set up.
PROVIDERS

Daniel Reinhardt, MD
Dr. Reinhardt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who earned his medical degree from Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, where he graduated in the top quartile and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center, earning both the Kim Templeton Outstanding Teaching Award and the Betty & Federico Adler Research Award in 2021.
Before entering medicine, Dr. Reinhardt served 12 years in the U.S. Navy as a Naval Flight Officer, flying P-3C Orion aircraft from Hawaii and completing over 100 combat missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He later served as an Assistant Professor of Naval Science at the University of Notre Dame, teaching engineering, weapons systems, and leadership.
Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and cheering for Navy football as well as the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals.

Nick Vellema, PA-C
Nick Vellema is a compassionate, personable Physician Assistant with over 20 years of healthcare experience, including 7 years in family medicine and urgent care. Nick graduated from Des Moines University where received his master’s degree in physician assistant studies. He has also completed an orthopedic surgery clinic rotation in Des Moines. Nick has a passion for learning and growing his practice as well as providing a quality patient care thorough education and guidance to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Based in Ankeny, Nick spends his free time enjoying the outdoors and rooting for the Hawkeyes with his wife, 5 kids, 2 cats and a dog.
PARTNERSHIP WITH GOLDFINCH HEALTH
At Decatur County Hospital, you are our top priority. A positive patient experience is at the core of everything we do. In a continued effort to provide our patients with outstanding care, we are proud to announce a new partnership for those that undergo total joint surgeries at our facility. We have partnered with Goldfinch Health, an organization that provides an extra level of care for patients preparing for and recovering from surgery.
As you prepare for, and recover from a total joint surgery, Goldfinch will work with your surgical team, other hospital staff, and you to help ensure you receive care based on Advanced Surgical Pathways. These approaches are designed to enhance your preparation for surgery, better manage any surgery-related pain, and minimize your need to use addictive opioid painkillers. We are starting this partnership with patients who undergo total joint replacement procedures, and we plan to extend this service to other surgical procedures in the future. Through this partnership, we will provide access to three tools at no cost to you.
1) We will provide access to a Goldfinch Nurse Navigator. Experts in surgery and recovery, Goldfinch Nurses are here to support and advocate for you each step along the way. Whether working with your Goldfinch Nurse over the phone, or through the Goldfinch app, no question is too big or too small. The Goldfinch Nurse acts as an extension of your surgeon and the Decatur County Hospital care team.
2) A customized app is available for smart phones, and other electronic devices. This app allows you to chat with your Goldfinch Nurse at any time. The app also provides access to articles and videos to ensure you are an informed patient, and ready for your best surgery experience.
3) Prior to your surgery, a “Prepared for Surgery” care package will be mailed directly to you. This box includes a number of items key to your best surgery experience. The care package will be provided to you a few days before your surgery and your Goldfinch Nurse will guide you through use of the items included.
Throughout your journey, we are confident that our entire team—Decatur County Hospital and Goldfinch—will provide reassurance, comfort, and education when you need it.
At Decatur County Hospital, we are constantly looking for ways to improve your experience, and this partnership demonstrates our commitment to providing access to the specialists you need, who provide the care you deserve. For advanced surgical care, choose Decatur County Hospital for your next procedure.
I’M INTERESTED IN Orthopedic Surgery SERVICES
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