What to Expect When You Work With a Regenerative Orthopedic Surgeon

If you’re dealing with joint pain, arthritis, or an injury-and you’re not ready to jump straight to surgery-you’re not alone. At Form & Function Orthopaedics, we specialize in helping people just like you: active, motivated adults who want real solutions, not just symptom management.

Led by Dr. Nancy Yen Shipley, board-certified orthopedic surgeon and regenerative medicine specialist, our clinic offers a smarter, more personalized way forward.

Here’s what makes our approach different-and why so many patients choose us as their first and last stop on their path to healing.

More Than Surgery: A Whole-Person Approach to Joint Health

You don’t have to be an athlete to deserve high-performance orthopedic care. Whether you’re managing knee pain, tendonitis, hip arthritis, or shoulder injuries, our goal is the same: to help you move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free.

Our approach blends:

• Conservative orthopedic care like physical therapy and bracing
  
• Advanced regenerative treatments such as PRP and cellular therapy
  
• Minimally invasive surgical options, when necessary
  

And it all starts with understanding you-your lifestyle, your goals, and the activities you want to get back to.

Why Choose a Surgeon for Non-Surgical Care?

Many patients wonder: Why see a surgeon if I don’t want surgery?

Here’s the answer-because a highly trained orthopedic surgeon doesn’t just operate. They know when to hold back. Dr. Yen Shipley is trained to recognize the tipping point-when conservative care is enough, and when surgery might be the wiser next step.

This level of insight helps you:

• Avoid unnecessary procedures
  
• Get the most from non-surgical treatments like PRP, laser therapy, or guided rehab
  
• Make fully informed choices when surgery is the best option
  

What Your Personalized Treatment Plan Might Include

At Form and Function Orthopaedics, every care plan is individualized. Depending on your diagnosis, goals, activity level, and imaging findings, your treatment roadmap may include:

• Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) or other autologous orthobiologic options that may help support a healthier joint or soft tissue environment
• MLS Class IV Laser Therapy to support comfort and reduce localized inflammation
• Custom rehabilitation protocols to restore mobility, improve strength, and reduce reinjury risk
• Surgical care when appropriate, using modern techniques designed to optimize recovery

Diagnostic ultrasound may also be used to evaluate soft tissue structures, monitor progress, and guide injections or other procedures with precision.

More Than Medicine: A Philosophy That Puts You First

Dr. Yen Shipley’s path into orthopedic surgery was anything but typical. With a background in psychology and integrative health, she brings a rare level of empathy and insight to each patient encounter.

Her mission is clear: to treat the whole person-not just the MRI. To honor your goals, listen deeply, and give you a plan that aligns with how you want to live, move, and age.

Her team-including athletic trainers, physician assistants, and administrative staff-is equally aligned on delivering high-touch, high-integrity care from your first visit to your last.

Is Regenerative Orthopedics Right for You?

We help patients at all stages of life-especially those in midlife, when maintaining mobility, energy, and vitality becomes more important than ever. If you’re searching for:

• Alternatives to surgery for joint pain
  
• PRP therapy near you
  
• A regenerative orthopedic specialist in Portland
  
• Comprehensive musculoskeletal care with personalized treatment plans
  

…you’re in the right place.

Ready to Get Started?

Your path to pain relief and peak performance starts with a thoughtful, one-on-one consultation. We’ll review your history, answer your questions, and create a strategy that fits your body and your goals.

You don’t have to settle for “wait and see” or be bounced between providers. At Form & Function Orthopaedics, you get a partner, a plan, and a path forward.

👉 Schedule your consultation now

Serving Portland, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, and surrounding communities.