In a land where the terrain is as rugged as the spirit of its people, Orthopedic Physicians Alaska (OPA) stands as the ultimate headquarters for physical resilience. Located at 3801 Lake Otis Parkway, this isn't just a clinic—it’s an institution dedicated to keeping Alaskans moving, whether they are navigating the Chugach Mountains, working the North Slope, or simply enjoying a walk along the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail.
At OPA, the philosophy is simple: Alaska-sized injuries require Alaska-strength solutions.
The Vision: The Full-Spectrum Kinetic Center
OPA is a comprehensive orthopedic powerhouse that understands the unique "Extreme Environment" tax placed on the human body in the Last Frontier. Their approach is defined by:
The "Total Athlete" Protocol: From Olympic-level skiers to the "weekend warrior" hiking Flattop, OPA provides world-class sports medicine designed for rapid return to peak performance.
Specialized Sub-Centers: Unlike general clinics, OPA features dedicated teams for the spine, hand and upper extremity, foot and ankle, and total joint replacement.
The 24/7 Ortho Express: Recognizing that accidents don't follow a 9-to-5 schedule, their OrthoExpress walk-in injury clinic provides immediate, specialized care that bypasses the chaos of a traditional ER.
The Atmosphere: A Hub of Northern Innovation
The Lake Otis Parkway campus is a landmark of Anchorage medical excellence. The facility is engineered to be a "one-stop shop" for musculoskeletal health:
Integrated Diagnostics & Therapy: Within these walls, patients move seamlessly from high-definition MRI suites to customized physical therapy gyms, ensuring the "hand-off" between surgeon and therapist is flawless.
A Culture of Toughness: The environment is professional yet approachable, staffed by experts who live the same active, outdoor lifestyles as their patients.
Why It’s Unique
What sets OPA apart is its Scale and Specialization. It is one of the few practices in the Northwest that combines academic-level research and surgical innovation with a deeply local understanding of what it means to live and work in Alaska. They don't just fix bones; they restore the independence required to thrive in a wilderness-driven state. It is the gold standard for those who refuse to let an injury dictate their boundaries.
Orthopedic Physicians Alaska (OPA) is a group of orthopedic surgeons and other providers committed to delivering world-class care in a friendly, patient-centered environment. In addition to offering comprehensive adult orthopedic services, we offer pediatric fracture, spine and congenital (hereditary) scoliosis and hand care.
The OPA “care team” model of service helps patients enjoy the personalized attention and a family feel of a small practice…with all the conveniences, advanced technologies and cost-saving advantages of a large group practice. The group includes:
Orthopedic Surgeons Rheumatologists Physiatrists Physician Assistants Physical Therapists, Occupational (Hand) Therapists & Massage Therapists Athletic Trainers Support Staff (medical assistants, surgery schedulers, etc.)
RHEUMATOLOGY BACK | NECK | SPINE FOOT | ANKLE FRACTURE CARE HIP | LEG HAND | WRIST | ELBOW KNEE PHYSICAL MEDICINE SHOULDER SPORTS MEDICINE
PHYSICAL THERAPY HAND THERAPY MASSAGE THERAPY ATHLETIC TRAINING COMPLETE ON-SITE CARE
PHYSICIANS PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS PHYSICAL THERAPISTS HAND THERAPISTS ATHLETIC TRAINERS
TOP important and interesting reviews from patients
- Dr Chang and All of his staff and Associates deserve great recognition and all of the gold stars for the attention and quality of care that they provide to their patients during such a time of need.
I had my accident on vacation and I truly felt scared and at a loss for not having my home resources and connections for my needs. Dr Chang and his associates (office staff, surgical staff and Anesthesiologists) provided me with wonderful care, from start to finish! My husband and I have been in the medical industry for over 30 years. From that aspect, as well as being on the patient side, I can honestly say that Dr Chang is kind and genuine and he has the best bed side manner of any physician that I have ever worked with. He further gained my respect as we discussed treatment options for me. He took a genuine interest in my needs as a person and not just a patient.
- I entered my hand and made use of their walk-in clinic. I received the best care, in a timely manner. The doctor Wisniewski was a wonderful person. I feel like she addressed all my worries and directed me to the best care! Not only did she take good care of me, she was also a pleasure to be around.
- The doctor I saw was patient and gentle. He listened to and provided answers to all my concerns. I love the follow up his team provided after I left the office. It was easy making necessary appt and we’re very accommodating.
