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Shoulder surgery referral
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Shoulder surgery referral

Get expert care for your shoulder surgery referral by completing a brief questionnaire and consult with our medical team.

Licensed providers in all 50 states

Expert-guided, evidence-based treatments

Skip the trip to the doctor's office

Visit options

We'll check any insurance and show you your options before you book.

Video Visit

$25

Est. or $100 w/o insurance

Chat Visit

$30

w/o insurance

Most insurance accepted

Board-certified

No hidden fees

Available nationwide

What to expect from a Shoulder Surgery Referral visit

1

Share your health story

Answer a few questions about your goals and concerns. And, we'll gather your full health history from past providers.

2

Meet your clinician

Pick a time that works for you to speak with a licensed clinician. They'll review your health story beforehand, so your visit can be used to listen and dig deeper.

3

Get your care plan

Leave with clear next steps and a personalized care plan. If you need medication, labs, or to see a specialist, your clinician will take care of the details for you.

4

Own your health

Track your progress, schedule follow-ups, and adjust care as your needs evolve. Your care team and General AI is only a few taps away.

Virtual visit with clinician

Ongoing support, always available.

You’ll be supported by experienced clinicians who care for a wide range of health needs, from everyday concerns to more complex conditions.

Our clinicians track your progress over time and adjust your care as needed. If medication is prescribed, we’ll manage dosing and monitor for side effects. If lab testing is recommended, we review results and refine your plan accordingly. You’re never left to navigate care on your own.

All your care in one place. That’s the General Medicine difference.

We help you understand your options, connect you to the right clinicians, manage prescriptions, coordinate any needed evaluations, and keep an eye on your overall health along the way. It’s comprehensive care that looks at the full picture — your goals, your history, your lifestyle — and makes it simple to move forward with confidence.

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Reasons to book your shoulder surgery referral visit

Shoulder injuries that don't respond to conservative treatment often have a structural cause. This visit determines whether it's time for a surgical consultation — and connects you with the right specialist.

You've completed physical therapy but your shoulder still isn't functional

You had a sudden injury and suspect a complete rotator cuff or labral tear

Your shoulder is unstable or keeps dislocating despite rehab

Imaging has shown a structural finding that may require surgical repair

Pain and weakness are significantly limiting your ability to use your arm

You want a clinical assessment before deciding whether to pursue a surgical consultation

What our customers have to say

“I feel like I’m finally on the right path to improving my health with the right support now! It’s so refreshing and reassuring.”

Emerald

“My experience with General Medicine was amazing. The understanding and care that was taken to figure out what is exactly going on with me. I feel like a weight has been lifted off of me.”

Kaylee

“I couldn’t be happier with my experience with General Medicine! They are fast, responsive, kind and knowledgeable. It is much easier, more affordable and faster.”

Nika

Get the care you need, without the wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

What shoulder conditions most commonly require surgical referral?

Complete rotator cuff tears, significant labral tears (including Bankart lesions causing instability), shoulder instability with recurrent dislocations, AC joint separation requiring repair, and biceps tendon rupture are the most common surgical indications. Most shoulder conditions are tried with conservative management before surgery is considered.

How do I know if my shoulder needs surgery or physical therapy first?

The vast majority of shoulder problems — including partial rotator cuff tears, impingement, tendinopathy, and mild instability — respond well to physical therapy and do not require surgery. Surgical referral is appropriate when conservative management has been adequately tried without sufficient improvement, or when imaging shows complete structural disruption.

What does shoulder surgery recovery typically involve?

Recovery from rotator cuff surgery typically involves 4–6 weeks in a sling followed by progressive PT over 4–6 months before return to full activity. Labral repair recovery follows a similar timeline. Full recovery to pre-injury function can take 6–12 months. Adherence to the rehabilitation program is the most important determinant of outcome.

Will I need general anesthesia for shoulder surgery?

Most shoulder surgeries are performed arthroscopically (small incisions, minimally invasive) under general anesthesia combined with regional nerve block (interscalene block) — providing excellent intraoperative and post-operative pain control. Open procedures for complex repairs are less common.

What risks are associated with shoulder surgery?

Standard risks include infection, bleeding, nerve injury (particularly the axillary nerve), stiffness, incomplete healing of the repaired tissue, and anesthesia-related complications. The interscalene nerve block carries a small risk of temporary phrenic nerve palsy causing breathing changes — important to discuss with patients with compromised lung function. Shoulder Surgery Referral visit What to expect from a Shoulder Surgery Referral visit
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